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    Public Health Policy, EdD

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    Public Health Policy, EdD Program Perks

    • No dissertation required- the arduous dissertation process has been streamlined into the widely accepted scholarly capstone practice project, where the student demonstrates effective application of the program's theories and concepts to address an education or practice issue through translational research.
    • Institutional healthcare focus provides expertise that allows graduates to work as leaders in both academic and health related settings.
    • Taught by faculty members with considerable experience in their fields.
    • Flexible online format allows you to advance your educational goals while balancing personal and professional responsibilities.
    • Program is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
    • Program completed in 24 months at full-time study. 
    • No clinical hours required.  

    The Doctor of Education, with a focus on Public Health Policy, will develop leaders who can influence change through population and public health initiatives and health policy. This program will enhance your skillset to be the change agent that positively influences public health, program development and higher education at a systems level.

    The EdD in Public Health Policy is a study into leadership and program planning to address public health issues and population health issues. Combining public health and health policy together, the curriculum focuses on translating research and evidence-based practice in communities. It will provide graduates with the skill set to advocate in a policy arena at local, state, regional or national level.

    With its unique scholarly capstone practice project and accelerated program length, the EdD program at Nebraska Methodist College is the preferred choice for professionals who want to become effective community and educational leaders while completing their studies in a reasonable timeframe.

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    Accreditation

    Nebraska Methodist College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Costs & Financial Aid

    Attending Nebraska Methodist College represents a major investment in your future. For most students, attending college takes planning and sacrifice. NMC recognizes this and is committed to helping you find every avenue to finance your education. View the Tuition by Program & Degree page for a comprehensive list of all Doctor of Education fees.

    Financial Assistance

    NMC encourages students to apply for all types of assistance for which they are qualified.  Potential resources for this program include:

    Student Loans

    Visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about what's available and how to apply.

    Employee Education Benefits

    Contact your organization's human resources office to find out what's available.

    Employees of Methodist Health System can find details on the MHS Intranet.  Under Human Resources select either MHS Benefits or MJE Benefits then scroll down to Pursuing Your Dreams.

    External Scholarships

    Visit our Scholarships page to learn more.

    Financial Aid
    Cost Per Credit Hour $793

    Admissions

    Criteria

    Applicants are evaluated on the basis of the following criteria:

    • Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution is required.
    • Healthcare-related degree field or public health background preferred.
    • Master's degree GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
    • Admissions essay rubric score.
    • Interview rubric score.
    • Non-Nebraska residents meet State Authorization requirements.
    Deadlines

    Application to the Doctor of Education program at Nebraska Methodist College is a competitive process. In order to be considered, applicants must have all application materials submitted by the posted application deadline.

    Requirements

    To be considered for admission, the following items must be submitted to the Admissions Office prior to the application date:

    • NMC online application
    • Official college transcripts from graduating institutions and/or official transcripts containing completed doctoral or in-progress coursework
    • Résumé or curriculum vitae (CV)
    • Admissions Essay 
    • Select qualified applicants will be invited to campus for an interview with two NMC faculty members using a standardized interview process and scoring method

    Starting Term

    Application Deadline

    Priority Deadline

    • Fall 2021
    • Spring 2021
    • 5/3/2020
    • 11/13/2020
    • 2/1/2020
    • 9/1/2020

    Curriculum

    All students are required to complete specific coursework. This list below should only be used as a curriculum guide. Course listings and required curriculum are subject to change.

    Example Plans of Study | All starting terms | Download PDF

    SSC 730
    BIOSTATISTICS
    3 credit hours
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    This course is designed to prepare the graduate student to understand and apply bio-statistical methods needed in the design and analysis of biomedical and public health investigations. The major topics to be covered include descriptive statistics, probability distributions, sampling distributions, inferences (point estimates and confidence intervals), hypotheses testing (one-sample tests, two-sample tests), Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), as well as simple linear regression and multiple regression analysis. The course emphasizes the application of statistical concepts to analyze research for best available evidence to support quality nursing practice. The course also provides students with hands-on experience in using statistical software (SPSS) to assist in making effective decisions.

    SSC 734
    EPIDEMIOLOGY
    3 credit hours
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    This course engages students in a comprehensive study of the concepts of epidemiology in relation to nursing practice, public health, and health policy. Concepts of health, risk, disease causality, and strategies to reduce the incidence and prevalence of health problems will be examined.

    Prerequisite OR Corequisite: SSC 730, or evidence of graduate-level statistics course

    EDD 742
    RESEARCH
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides an in-depth study of the design and conduct of healthcare research with emphasis on identifying researchable clinical, educational, and healthcare delivery problems. Analysis and interpretation of data from qualitative and quantitative research designs will be emphasized. Students will begin to investigate and develop their capstone question and complete a systematic literature review to support the capstone project (Cross-listed with NRS 742)

    Prerequisites: Graduate statistics course

    EDD 750
    HEALTHCARE FINANCE
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides the basics of economic theory, market drivers and restraints, healthcare finance and reimbursement, cost/benefit analysis, and healthcare innovation. The financial environment of healthcare and how it impacts healthcare providers and leaders is examined. The relationship between healthcare economic, health policy, program development, and clinical practice is explored (Cross-listed with NRS 750, MBH 670).

    EDD 754
    HEALTHCARE POLICY
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides the foundation for analyzing the social and political forces that influence healthcare policy decisions. The relationship between health policy, social justice, and practice will be explored. Students will examine current healthcare policy and factors which influence policy development. The healthcare policy making process will be investigated (Cross-listed with NRS 754, MBH 660)

    EDD 832
    POPULATION HEALTH
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides the theoretical foundation for role development and skills required to identify health needs at a population level and strategies to improve population outcomes. The course focus is on translational research and the application of evidence-based concepts essential to the advancement of population based health. Analysis of the impact of social, cultural, and ecological systems across various populations will be emphasized throughout the course. A portion of this course requires on-campus completion. (Cross-listed with EDD 832).

    EDD 700
    PROGRAM ORIENTATION
    0 credit hours
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    This course provides the doctoral program orientation for Nebraska Methodist College. Emphasis will be placed on program delivery modalities, resource utilization, and scholarly writing. Students must complete this course on campus (Cross-listed with NRS 700).

    Prerequisites: Admission to EdD Program.

    EDD 694
    TEACHING, LEARNING, & INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides the foundation in educational principles for the student. Learning theories and best practices provide the basis for analyzing the concept of learning in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains. Teaching strategies to facilitate student learning in the classroom, clinical, practice, and online environment will be examined. Legal, ethical, and professional faculty responsibilities in higher education are explored (Cross-listed with NRS 694).

    EDD 698
    CURRICULUM PLANNING & EVALUATION
    3 credit hours
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    This course focuses on curriculum planning, design, implementation, and evaluation. The concept of curriculum will be explored at the individual course level and at the program level. Best practices in education will be incorporated into curriculum design. The influence of regulatory and accrediting bodies on the curriculum will be examined (Cross-listed with NRS 698)

    EDD 758
    HEALTH SYSTEMS, INFORMATICS, & LEADERSHIP
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides an overview of contemporary healthcare systems and organizations. Within this overview the research, health policy, regulation, and law are examined from the perspective of how these factors shape healthcare organizations. Available technology tools to interpret and organize health data is investigated in relation to health system productivity. This course synthesizes leadership and systems theory into understanding the healthcare industry and program, development to become a leader in patient-centered care and positive health outcomes (Cross-listed with MBH 600 & NRS 758).

    EDD 780
    ADVANCED PUBLIC HEALTH
    3 credit hours
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    This course lays the framework for the advanced public health role with an emphasis on public health policy. This course explores conceptual models and frameworks to examine complex public health issues, systems, policies, and practice. Students evaluate community issues and integrate clinical health practices emphasizing a health promotion and prevention approach while addressing health disparities of vulnerable and diverse populations (Cross-listed with NRS 780).

    EDD 784
    PUBLIC HEALTH ETHICS
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides a foundation for a systematic process to clarify, prioritize, and justify ethical principles and values that guide public health action. Students will compare and contrast public health ethics to bioethics and medical ethics that guide biology and clinical medicine which are individual or patient centered. Throughout this course students will distinguish public health ethics as a population-based approach to public health as a field of study (Cross-listed with NRS 784).

    EDD 788
    CIVIC HEALTH
    3 credit hours
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    This course uses the Culture of Health framework to examine the role of civic health in the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Students will examine civic health indicators (i.e. volunteering and giving, group membership, trust in institutions, social interactions, neighbor connectedness, voting and registration, and political involvement) in relation to population-based care, health policy, ethics, and finance. Examination of social change leadership, analysis of civic-related research, and exploration of civic identity will further student civic and public purpose as a health care professional and educated citizen (Cross-listed with NRS 788).

    EDD 880
    CAPSTONE I
    1 credit hour
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    This is the first of a four-course series that provides an opportunity for the student to participate in the completion of a scholarly project proposal. The project will focus on a practice problem within a specific population and contribute to the advancement of practice. Students examine the elements of a proposal and identify a practice problem of interest. Students will conduct a scholarly literature review related to a practice problem and critically appraise the evidence. Students will apply a theoretical framework as a foundation for a clinical project (Cross-listed with NRS 880).

    EDD 882
    CAPSTONE II
    3 credit hours
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    This is the second of a four-course series that provides an opportunity for the student to participate in the completion of a scholarly project proposal. In collaboration with a faculty mentor, the student will examine the essentials of scientific writing through completion of a capstone project proposal and program implementation planning (Cross-listed with NRS 882).

    EDD 886
    CAPSTONE III
    3 credit hours
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    This is the third of a four-course series that provides an opportunity for the student to participate in the completion of a scholarly project proposal. In collaboration with a faculty mentor, the student will refine and implement the capstone proposal (Cross-listed with NRS 886).

    EDD 890
    CAPSTONE IV
    1 credit hour
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    This is the last of a four-course series that provides an opportunity for the student to participate in the completion of a scholarly project proposal. This course will focus on translation and dissemination of capstone project findings (Cross-listed with NRS 890).

    Meet the Faculty

    Our doctoral-level faculty are highly experienced and credentialed in their own fields, giving you constant real-world insight you can use.

    Instructors here care as deeply about their students as they do about the subject matter, and it shows.

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    Doctor of Education Written Statement

    Please develop a thoughtful and organized response to the questions below. The admissions committee is looking for responses that are not only well supported but that also use appropriate style and grammar.

    Each question response should be approximately 250-400 words using APA format and citations where applicable. Also know that instances of plagiarism within an applicant’s personal statement will disqualify them for acceptance to Nebraska Methodist College due to the College’s commitment to academic integrity and stringent plagiarism policies. Be sure to include your name and program on the document itself.

    1. Describe your role aspirations and what you expect to derive from your doctoral studies at Nebraska Methodist College.
    2. What impact should graduates of the EdD program have on the delivery and scope of healthcare in your community and in the United States?
    Please submit your completed Admissions Essay to admissions@methodistcollege.edu.

    Potential Career Paths

    • Higher education
    • Public health education or program specialists
    • Operations management or executive directors of public health non-profits
    • Health system leaders in population health initiatives
    • Health policy advisor
    • Public Health Consultants
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