Dominican University New York offers an online post-baccalaureate certificate in Public Health Informatics and Technology (PHIT). Areas of focus include addressing health inequities in US society with perspectives on the social determinants of health, data interoperability, epidemiology and emergency preparedness. Students may also participate in a 3-credit internship in a public health informatics job setting with ongoing support for placement into the profession after completion. Students must hold a B.A. or B.S. degree. Relevant work experience in health care or information technology is expected, but not absolutely required. The consists of two required PHIT courses—IX/HL 202: Introduction to Public Health Informatics and Technology and IX/HL 422: PHIT for Emergency Preparedness —and two 3-credit PHIT electives.
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