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The majority of our graduates will be pursuing positions in the public health field following their graduation from baccalaureate institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Graduates of the program will be able to:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Demonstrate a scientific foundation of knowledge and skills appropriate for students seeking advanced study in the field of Public Health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply the scientific method to develop procedures to study questions and analyze data that typically arise within fields of study related to the area of public health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate appropriate and safe techniques within laboratory settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate in writing on varied topics, producing writings that show clarity of thought and proper structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilize technology to organize and present information to varied audiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Successfully transfer to a four-year college\/university.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn btn--size-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Explore Careers and Salaries<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\r\n  <div class=\"wp-block-button btn btn--size-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.course-catalog.com\/mcc\/C\/2024-2025\/degree\/114\">Course Requirements<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prerequisites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Algebra 1 is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra 1 competency may be verified with a passing score on the College\u2019s placement test or completion of the appropriate course. Students considering all other allied health fields must have a \u201cC\u201d or better in high school biology and chemistry both with a lab. 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