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Your Public Health Pathway

LWTech’s Public Health program is designed for people just you who are passionate about a range of health and wellness issues like childhood obesity, hypertension, healthcare disparities, infectious disease epidemics, environmental health, and workplace safety.

In your program, you’ll benefit from small class settings, ensuring personalized attention and hands-on training for an enriched learning experience. 

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Upon graduation, step into impactful roles, advocating and researching to safeguard the health of communities and entire populations.

Your degree isn't just a milestone; it's a seamless gateway to a rewarding career in health sciences.

Discover a world of opportunities with our Public Health program at LWTech!

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Additional Program Information

Admission to the Public Health Program goes through the Selective Admission process.

Qualified students accepted on a rolling basis until the program is filled; early applications are encouraged by the following preferred deadlines:

  • Quarter Start & Deadline:
    • Applications open: February 1
    • Priority deadline: May 11
    • The 2026 rolling admission date is Aug 21
Please visit the Public Health BAS Information page to learn more about this process, prerequisites, and applying.

Public Health BAS Information

Applicants to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Health are selected on a competitive basis. Visit the BAS Information page for more.

Get Started

LWTech does not offer every course each quarter. It is the student's responsibility to consult the Class Schedule and work out an individual schedule with an advisor. Any developmental coursework you might be required to complete may increase the program length.

Please speak to the Public Health Navigator, contact information below, for more details about the Class Schedule and Catalog information.

Public Health Catalog Information

At LWTech, we welcome all students as an open enrollment college and we are committed to your inclusion at the college. This program of study leads to an industry or specific employers that may require a full or partial background check as well as a drug test before you start the job. Please know LWTech is committed to your inclusion at the college and you can talk with an advisor about alternative options that may be similar to this program.

Please click the button below for Information Session Times and Dates. 

Public Health BAS Information Sessions
 

 

Key Contacts

Angela Bebina

Student Success Navigator
Student Services

W207 (425) 739-8100 x8477 Email Angela

Gayle Shimokura

Professor
Public Health

(425) 739-8245 Email Gayle

 

Explore Careers and Paths in Public Health

The Public Health program at LWTech leads to a variety of career opportunities in the field. The examples below show how different certificates and degrees may connect to potential job paths. While we can’t guarantee specific outcomes, this information is meant to help you explore your options and plan for your future.

You can choose to enter the workforce after completing a certificate or continue your education to expand your career options over time. Here are some examples of what that path can look like:

Start working after your certificate or associate degree

Upon completing the Behavioral and Social Services AAS-T, Biology DTA, Health Sciences AAS-T, Physical Therapist Assistant AAS-T, Pre-Nursing DTA, Medical Assisting AAS, Nursing AAS-T, or Occupational Therapist Assistant AAS-T, students may be prepared for roles such as:

Continue your education and advance your career

You can also continue building your skills through an additional bachelor’s degree program in Public Health at LWTech.

Students with a bachelor’s degree may be prepared for roles such as:

Note: Student should contact an advisor at the transfer college to determine specific transfer requirements.

Graduate Degree Opportunities

After completing a bachelor’s degree, students may choose to pursue graduate education in related fields. Examples may include:

Note: Students completing an LWTech BAS degree may be eligible to complete the above degrees if pre-requisites for the chosen program are fulfilled. See an advisor to plan your future education.