PHT 775 - Capstone Project & Seminar, 1 credit hour

Prerequisite(s): Completion and/or enrollment in core and concentration courses. PHT 770.
The course draws on students’ prior training in the five core areas of public health; cross cutting competencies (leadership, communication and systems thinking); their additional required course work in one of 2 tracks; and their “real world” experience gained in the field prior to their graduation. In particular, the capstone class is closely linked to the MPH practicum. The Capstone is designed to challenge students to reflect and integrate their training and experience with the goal of developing their own individual point of view regarding the role of public health in contributing to the improvement of the health and well-being of populations in the United States, as well as abroad. A Comprehensive exam, capstone presentation assessment, and reflection on students’ E-Portfolio will be conducted.