Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Health Systems
Track: Emergency Health Services Education (track specialty not listed on degree) – 30 credits
To better sever our students, our graduate program curriculum has been updated. New curriculum changes will take effect as of Fall 2025. Students enrolled in the EDHS Master’s program prior to Fall 2025 can continue under their current plan requirements or update to new curriculum requirements. For degree requirements for students enrolled prior to 2024, please contact Graduate Program Coordinator.
Graduate Program Director: Dr. Jungwon Yeo
Graduate Program Coordinator: Renee Decker
Prepare to lead and educate in the evolving field of emergency and disaster health systems with this innovative graduate program. Designed for professionals seeking to build expertise in emergency health policy, systems leadership, community resilience, and instructional design, the program offers a robust six (6) core curriculum alongside a four (4) course specialized certificate in Instructional Systems Development, E-Learning, or Instructional Technology.
Students gain the skills to assess risks, support vulnerable populations, apply ethical decision-making, and drive behavior change to build healthier, more resilient communities. Through community-engaged learning and cutting-edge technologies, graduates are equipped to influence policy, lead in crisis environments, and design impactful training and educational programs. Our students lead the way in transforming emergency and disaster health systems through education, leadership, and innovation.
Key Competencies Developed:
- Navigate emergency management cycles and policy
- Analyze social and behavioral impacts of disasters
- Apply leadership, planning, and risk assessment strategies
- Design and deliver effective emergency health training programs
Graduates are well-prepared for roles such as:
- Emergency Health Systems Educator
- Disaster Response Training Coordinator
- Public Health Preparedness Specialist
- Community Resilience Program Manager
- Instructional Designer for Emergency Services
- Emergency Management Consultant
Required Core Courses – 12 credits
- EDHS 610: Intro to Emergency & Disaster Health Systems (3)
- EDHS 620: Epidemiology & Research Methods (3)
- EDHS 632: Social, Behavioral, Health Aspects of Emergency & Disasters (3)
- EDHS 636: Organizational Management & Leadership (3)
Methods Requirement Courses – 12 credits
Students will concurrently enroll in one of the following Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (PBC) programs with the Learning and Performance Technology (LAPT) department. Courses will count towards both the EDHS Master’s degree and the LAPT PBC.
Choose one:
P.B.C. in Instructional Systems Development:
- EDUC/LAPT 602: Instructional Systems Development (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 603: Analysis for Design and Evaluation (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 605: Adult Learners (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 671: Principles of Training and Development (3)
P.B.C. in eLearning:
- EDUC/LAPT 602: Instructional Systems Development (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 641: The Online Classroom (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 643: Principles of eLearning Education (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 647: Corporate eLearning (3)
P.B.C. in Instructional Technology:
- EDUC/LAPT 602: Instructional Systems Development (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 681: Survey of Instructional Technology Application (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 682: International Technology Design & Development (3)
- EDUC/LAPT 683: Multi- Media Project Management (3)
Non-Thesis Pathway – 6 credits
Applied Tools Elective – 3 credits:
- EDHS 720: Evidence-Based Program Planning Implementation & Evaluation for Emergency & Disasters (3)
Capstone – 3 credits
- EDHS 790: Capstone (3)
Note: No thesis option is available for this track.