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5 Associate Degree Programs in Global Healthcare 2024

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    Associate Degree Programs in Global Healthcare

    An associate degree is a qualification earned from a university for completing a program of study usually lasting two years. This degree is considered a higher certification than a general education development degree, but a lower certification than a bachelor’s degree.

    What is an associate degree in global health? Global health is the study, research and practice of promoting improved health for all people, everywhere in the world. The field focuses on international health issues that go beyond borders and affect entire parts of the world with a political and economic impact, and on the reduction of disparities in access to health care and overall well-being between different nations. Global health research and practice is mostly associated with organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) and the World Food Programme. Curriculum for studying global health might encompass courses on research methods, health systems in various global locales and even ethics of research and analysis.

    With more and more countries starting to place a high priority on public health, a person working in this field will not only be in high demand but will also have a great deal of diverse career options, with many opportunities for advancement.

    The cost of obtaining a qualification in this field can be dependent on many different factors. Therefore, the best course of action is to conduct thorough research on one’s school of choice before making any decision.

    Global health is a broad, diverse field, so careers in global health take many forms. One might find employment doing research at an academic institution, consulting for government agencies or working with international organizations carrying out things like disaster relief, refugee aid or various types of field work in developing countries.

    If you have any interest in pursuing an education in global health, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.