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Emergency Alert
UDC Operating Remotely Through Wednesday, Jan. 28

The University of the District of Columbia’s academic and administrative offices will conduct business remotely on Tuesday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 28. All on-campus activities, including athletic related activities, are cancelled.

Staff: Contact your immediate supervisor with questions or for further instruction regarding remote work expectations. 

Faculty: Reach out to your immediate supervisor and/or the dean for questions and further instruction regarding the transition to emergency remote instruction (ERI).  The Center for the Advancement of Learning (CAL) is available to support faculty with instructional continuity, including support for Blackboard, Zoom, Webex and other teaching and learning technologies. 

CAL Faculty Support Resources

calhelpdesk@udc.edu 
Virtual Office Hours
Consultation Request Form
For learning technology tools and on-demand faculty resources, please visit CAL’s website.

Students: Due to inclement weather, the university will be closed to face-to-face operations. Instruction will be moved to emergency remote, including synchronous and asynchronous methods. Certain laboratory, clinical, and other hands-on classes for which in-person instruction is a requirement may necessitate a make-up lesson, but every effort will be made to pursue virtual learning to the extent possible. Where synchronous virtual instruction is intended, published class meeting times must be observed so that students’ schedules are not disrupted.

The safety and security of our students, faculty, staff, and the broader community remain our top priority. We will continue to provide updates regarding the status of the university’s academic and administrative offices as conditions change.

Please continue to check our website and social media channels for the latest information.

If you have any safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For all immediate emergencies, call 911. 
Thank you for your continued dedication to our students and to UDC’s mission. 

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Community Health Sciences - BS

Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Community Health Sciences (CMHS)

Transform your future with our hybrid bachelor’s degree in community health sciences. This innovative program combines flexible online learning with hands-on experiences powered by immersive technology.

The core curriculum of this major aligns with the educational requirements for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) examination through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing. Successful graduates of this program will be eligible to sit for this examination which increases their job marketability.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 12% growth in the number of Community Health Workers from 2021 to 2031. This prediction is faster than the average for all occupations. To ensure that the University of the District of Columbia remains relevant and current, the Community Health Sciences program will be introduced in fall 2025 to meet the needs of the community and workforce demands.

Prepare for a Career in Public Health and Community Wellness

Our program empowers students to tackle crucial public health challenges:

  • Health disparities that affect diverse communities
  • Social factors that influence community well-being

Specialize Your Public Health Degree

Choose from two in-demand concentrations:

  • Wellness and Mental Health
  • Community Nutrition

Develop Essential Public Health Skills

We emphasize key areas that shape modern health care:

  • Evidence-based wellness promotion
  • Strategies to advance health equity

Build Your Public Health Expertise

Through comprehensive training in:

  • Core public health competencies
  • Essential public health services

Gain Real-World Public Health Experience

Complete a yearlong capstone featuring:

  • Hands-on research opportunities
  • Community-based health projects

Launch Your Public Health Career

Graduates are prepared to lead change in public health and community wellness. Your career could take you anywhere – from local community health centers to global organizations, hospitals, health care systems, government agencies, and beyond.

Start Your Journey

Complete our inquiry form to get started towards a rewarding career in community health today! 

Apply Now

Contact Us

The College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES)
4200 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
202-274-7124

Learn More

Complete the program information request form to learn more about CAUSES programs.

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