Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog
• Any students who wish to complete their field experience where they work must file a petition requesting an exception . Filing a petition to request permission to complete practicum or internship where one works does not guarantee a waiver . For more information on the petition to complete field in the workplace , please see the Practicum or Internship Handbook found on the student portal .
Professional Counselor Dispositions The Counseling Program maintains that professional counselor dispositions are critical to effective counseling , counselor growth and development , and counselor assistance to others . Therefore , counselor trainees are expected to be more concerned about others than themselves , to be well adjusted , to have the ability to form and maintain effective interpersonal relationships , to be able to use feedback from faculty and supervisors to improve performance , and to have a commitment to personal growth and development . These professional counselor dispositions are routinely evaluated throughout the program for all students . Students showing challenges in this area are identified and recommended remedial assistance . Failure to remediate professional counseling disposition issue is grounds for dismissal from the program . For a full explanation of this policy and process , please see the Counseling Trainee Evaluation , Assistance and Appeal Policy on the student portal .
Master of Public Health ( MPH ) Program
Program Name : Public Health Program Accreditation Status : - Gwynedd Mercy University is an applicant for accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health ( CEPH ). The accreditation review will address the Master of Public Health and Bachelor of Science in Public Health degrees . Other degrees and areas of study offered by this institution will not be included in the unit of accreditation review . Additional information regarding accreditation can be found at https :// ceph . org . Updates on the application status can be obtained by contacting the Program Director . Degree : Master of Public Health Program Type : Term Program Modality : Online Program Director / Coordinator : Sharla Willis
Description : The Master of Public Health ( MPH ) is considered a terminal , professional degree in the field of public health . The degree is grounded in the social , behavioral , and biological sciences , and is guided by a social justice philosophy consistent with the mission of Gwynedd Mercy University . Courses in the MPH program are designed to help students become competent and confident in the application of skills used in the diverse field of public health and prepare them for employment and leadership within the field of public health .
Preparation for Professional Licensure : The field of public health does not require licensure . The public health program will prepare students to take the Certified in Public Health ( CPH ) or the Certified Health Education Specialist ( CHES ) exams if they choose . The CPH exam is offered by the National Board of Public Health Examiners ( NBPHE ) and demonstrates a knowledge of key public health sciences . The CHES exam is offered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing ( NCHEC ) and measures an individual ’ s knowledge and skills in areas of responsibility related to health education practice . CPH and CHES are not required certifications or licensure but are recognized in the field of
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