How to Become a Public Health Nurse
You don't have to be a bedside nurse to make a big difference. Discover what it's like to be a public health nurse and how you can pursue this specialty.
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What Does a Public Health Nurse Do?
Learn about what public health nurses typically do, including job duties, examples, and general skills needed for success.
Are there any accelerated associate degree, certificate, or diploma programs?
No, we do not offer any “accelerated” programs at these degree levels. However, you can potentially transfer prior college credit earned to shorten how long these programs take to complete.
Does Herzing offer dual degree programs?
No, we do not currently offer any single-program offerings labeled as “dual degree.” However, you can potentially combine multiple focus areas and degree levels to create pathways that make the most sense for your career goals.
Students who wish to complete two or more degrees at the same degree level (i.e., a second bachelor’s degree after completing their first bachelor’s degree at Herzing University) can do so by completing all of the degree requirements for each subsequent degree, including at least 15 semester credit hours of coursework not applied to their previous Herzing University degree(s).
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