One Health and Climate Studies, Graduate Certificate

General Program Information

The One Health and Climate Studies Graduate Certificate is a 13-credit 100% online program housed by the College of Public Health and College of Arts and Sciences. 

This graduate certificate will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between environmental shifts and health outcomes at the human-animal interface, enabling them to develop innovative strategies to address complex health systems, advocate for evidence-based policies, and lead efforts that bridge the gap between health and sustainability. By fostering cross-disciplinary education and training, this program empowers future public health leaders to address the urgent intersection of climate and health, ensuring their readiness to confront evolving health challenges in an increasingly dynamic world.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the admissions criteria set by the ETSU Graduate School, the following will be required:

1. Resume or curriculum vitae;
2. A virtual interview.

Factors considered in the admission decision include the applicant’s educational goals and demonstrated ability to succeed in the program.

Articulation Agreement

A student who completes the Graduate Certificate in One Health and Climate Studies and subsequently are admitted into the M.P.H., M.H.A., M.A. in Appalachian Studies, or M.S. in Geosciences may apply credits toward the degree program of study with approval of the degree graduate coordinator and the School of Graduate Studies. All transfer credit, however, must meet GPA requirements and be within matriculation limits (six-years for a master’s degree).

One Health and Climate Studies, Graduate Certificate Requirements: 13 credits

Required Courses: 13 credits

• EPID 5450 - Principles of One Health (3 credits)
• ENVH 5100 - Environmental Health Practice I (3 credits)
• APST 5210 - Environment and Sustainability in Appalachia (3 credits)
• GEOS 5300 - Topics in Geospatial Analysis (3 credits)
• EPID 5961 - One Health and Climate Studies Capstone (1 credit)