Public Health Administration Certificate

About the Public Health Administration Certificate

The need for health administrators goes hand in hand with the increasing demand for nurses, doctors and other health care works. This field is a great fit for anyone who wants work on the clinical side of health care to make a difference. Let 快猫成版视频 help you build on your business and managerial skills to lead in this field. The Graduate Certificate in Public Health Administration (PHA) can take your career in public health to the next level. The six PHA certificate courses will enhance your understanding of public health management, legal issues, policy development, marketing, emergency management and more. The certificate can be taken alone or along with another master's degree program at 快猫成版视频. If you are pursuing a Masters of Public Administration at 快猫成版视频, some of the PHA certificate courses will count towards your MPA. Whether you want to build your skills, position yourself for a promotion at your current position, or build a foundation for a career in health administration, this certificate is for you. A certificate in healthcare administration opens up career opportunities in hospitals, medical laboratories, physicians' offices, insurance companies, government agencies, pharmaceutical corporations, outpatient care facilities and more.

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Master of Public Administration Certificate Curriculum

While courses may vary from year to year, your coursework may include:

Master of Public Administration Certificate Program Locations

For more information about program availability and delivery options call 1-800-414-5756

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Faculty Profiles

Robert F. Abbey, Jr., Ph. D.

Dr. Robert F. Abbey, Jr., is an Associate Professor of Public Administration at Troy University. Prior to 2002, Dr. Abbey served for 30 years in the federal government, first as Director of Meteorology research for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (originally the Atomic Energy Commission) from 1972-1983, then in a similar position with the Office of Naval Research from 1983-2002. He has authored over 80 publications and several book chapters, primarily on application of extreme value theory to natural phenomena.

Learn more about our faculty 301-404-4316 rabbey@troy.edu

Melissa Bailey, Ph. D.

Dr. Melissa Bailey is a native of Berry, AL. She joined the faculty at 快猫成版视频 in 2018. Dr. Bailey has over 13 years of nonprofit and government experience. With broad experience in nonprofit administration, she has managed fundraising campaigns and events that engaged board members, mobilized volunteers, and dramatically increased giving. She is also an expert grant writer and manager. She was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the Alabama Department of Homeland Security by Governor Bob Riley.

Learn more about our faculty 334-808-6710 mbailey97613@troy.edu

Tammy Esteves, Ph. D.

Tammy Barnett Esteves, Ph.D., is a native Virginian, now living in Orlando. Dr. Esteves ("Dr. E" to her students) brings both practical and academic experience to the field of public administration. She has been a full-time faculty member with 快猫成版视频's MPA program since 2002.

Learn more about our faculty 321-209-2990 tlesteves@troy.edu

Pamela A. Gibson, Ph. D.

Dr. Pamela A. Gibson is an Associate Professor at 快猫成版视频. Her research interests include administrative ethics and immigration policy, cyber-service in the public sphere, and empirical assessment of moral reasoning. Her research has been published in Human Resource Management Review, Public Administration Quarterly, Journal of Public Affairs Education, Ethics & Behavior and Public Integrity.

Learn more about our faculty 334-670-5926 pagibson@troy.edu

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Launch a Career in Public Service With an MPA

America is often referred to as the land of opportunity where anything is possible through hard work and dedication. Ask any elementary school class what they'd like to be when they grow up, and there are bound to be a few students who reply, 鈥淭he President of the United States.鈥� Whether they know it or not, these students are perhaps signaling an early interest in a public service career. Within the United States, the public sector employs millions of professionals, including civil rights workers, city managers, government affairs directors and 鈥� yes 鈥� the president.

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