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Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health

Academic unitHBIU College of Health ScienceTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.S. in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology and Public Health provides a robust, interdisciplinary framework for students seeking to integrate rigorous epidemiological science with the principles of service-oriented ministry. By exploring the social determinants of health and population dynamics, students gain the analytical tools necessary to address public health challenges within diverse community settings. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practices, ethical stewardship, and the promotion of health equity as a means of serving the common good. Through this program, students are equipped to lead health-focused initiatives that reflect both academic excellence and a commitment to servant leadership. The program bridges technical scientific inquiry with the practical application of community health support and advocacy.

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health combines a robust general education curriculum with comprehensive study in epidemiology theory, behavioral science, human development, ethical frameworks, research methodology, crisis awareness, referral systems, public health program development, and community-based support initiatives.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Science. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.S. in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Health Science
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze population health data using epidemiological methods to identify community health disparities.
  • Evaluate the impact of social and environmental determinants on public health outcomes within diverse populations.
  • Design evidence-informed health education programs that promote disease prevention and wellness.
  • Integrate ethical decision-making frameworks into the planning and administration of community-based health initiatives.
  • Demonstrate servant leadership by facilitating collaborative partnerships between public health agencies and community-based organizations.
  • Communicate complex public health information effectively to diverse audiences through written, verbal, and digital platforms.
  • Apply principles of biblical stewardship to the management of resources and personnel in health-focused ministries.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG101
  • Academic Writing and Research
  • 3
  • None
  • BIO110
  • Principles of Biology
  • 4
  • None
  • THE101
  • Foundations of Christian Ethics
  • 3
  • None
  • SOC120
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • 3
  • None
  • ENG101 — Academic Writing and Research: This course focuses on developing foundational skills in scholarly writing, rhetorical analysis, and formal research methods. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BIO110 — Principles of Biology: An introduction to the fundamental concepts of biological systems, cellular structures, and life processes. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • THE101 — Foundations of Christian Ethics: A study of the core values, principles, and historical framework of ethical living within a communal context. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC120 — Introduction to Sociology: An overview of social structures, institutions, and the dynamics of human interaction within communities. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MAT150
  • Introduction to Statistics
  • 3
  • None
  • BIO150
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • 4
  • BIO110
  • COM120
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • HUM105
  • History of Global Culture
  • 3
  • None
  • MAT150 — Introduction to Statistics: An examination of descriptive and inferential statistical methods for data analysis and interpretation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BIO150 — Human Anatomy and Physiology: A comprehensive study of human systems and their biological functions as they relate to health. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM120 — Interpersonal Communication: Development of skills for effective relational and group communication in diverse organizational settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HUM105 — History of Global Culture: An exploration of historical cultural shifts and their influence on contemporary societal structures. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PHL201
  • Epidemiology Foundations
  • 3
  • MAT150
  • PSY210
  • Developmental Psychology
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS220
  • Nonprofit Resource Stewardship
  • 3
  • None
  • RES205
  • Research Design and Methodology
  • 4
  • MAT150
  • PHL201 — Epidemiology Foundations: Introduction to the study of health and disease distributions in populations using quantitative methods. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PSY210 — Developmental Psychology: Analysis of human growth and development across the lifespan through a psychological lens. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS220 — Nonprofit Resource Stewardship: Principles of fiscal responsibility and resource management within mission-driven organizations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES205 — Research Design and Methodology: Techniques for conceptualizing research problems, literature reviews, and empirical investigation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PHL220
  • Social Determinants of Health
  • 3
  • PHL201
  • BIO230
  • Infectious Disease and Control
  • 3
  • BIO150
  • CHR250
  • Servant Leadership in Ministry
  • 3
  • THE101
  • SOC240
  • Community Organizing and Advocacy
  • 4
  • SOC120
  • PHL220 — Social Determinants of Health: Analysis of the socio-economic, environmental, and cultural factors that impact public health. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BIO230 — Infectious Disease and Control: Study of the transmission, prevention, and management of communicable diseases in community settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • CHR250 — Servant Leadership in Ministry: Examining the theological and practical dimensions of leadership rooted in humility and service. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC240 — Community Organizing and Advocacy: Practical strategies for mobilizing community groups to effect positive change in public health outcomes. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PHL310
  • Public Health Program Planning
  • 3
  • PHL201
  • MGT305
  • Organizational Leadership
  • 3
  • None
  • BIO350
  • Global Health and Nutrition
  • 4
  • BIO230
  • MIN320
  • Spiritual Formation and Care
  • 3
  • THE101
  • PHL310 — Public Health Program Planning: Methodologies for developing, implementing, and evaluating community wellness initiatives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT305 — Organizational Leadership: Principles of managing teams and projects in complex non-governmental environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BIO350 — Global Health and Nutrition: Evaluating food systems, nutrition disparities, and disease patterns in a global context. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MIN320 — Spiritual Formation and Care: Study of individual spiritual development and its role in providing compassionate care to those in need. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PHL350
  • Environmental Health and Safety
  • 3
  • PHL201
  • COU310
  • Crisis Intervention and Support
  • 3
  • PSY210
  • BUS360
  • Public Health Ethics and Law
  • 3
  • THE101
  • RES380
  • Advanced Quantitative Analysis
  • 4
  • RES205
  • PHL350 — Environmental Health and Safety: Examining the impact of environmental agents, such as pollution and climate, on public health. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COU310 — Crisis Intervention and Support: Equipping students with skills to assist community members experiencing urgent physical or emotional distress. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS360 — Public Health Ethics and Law: Legal and moral frameworks governing public health actions, privacy, and health equity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES380 — Advanced Quantitative Analysis: Sophisticated analytical techniques used to interpret longitudinal health data. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PHL410
  • Epidemiology of Chronic Disease
  • 3
  • PHL310
  • SOC430
  • Health Equity and Justice
  • 3
  • SOC240
  • EDU405
  • Community Health Education
  • 4
  • COM120
  • MIN450
  • Faith and Community Development
  • 3
  • MIN320
  • PHL410 — Epidemiology of Chronic Disease: Study of long-term health conditions and intervention strategies in community populations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC430 — Health Equity and Justice: Addressing systematic inequities in health service access and delivery across disparate groups. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • EDU405 — Community Health Education: Designing effective pedagogical strategies to improve health literacy within diverse groups. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MIN450 — Faith and Community Development: Integration of theological perspectives into professional community-building and humanitarian efforts. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP490
  • Senior Capstone Project
  • 4
  • RES380, PHL410
  • PHL450
  • Contemporary Public Health Policy
  • 3
  • BUS360
  • BUS420
  • Strategic Management of Ministries
  • 3
  • MGT305
  • HIS480
  • Faith-Based Humanitarianism
  • 3
  • HUM105
  • CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: A comprehensive, capstone research and intervention project demonstrating cumulative professional competence. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PHL450 — Contemporary Public Health Policy: Analyzing current policy developments and their practical implications for public health management. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS420 — Strategic Management of Ministries: Advanced management principles for coordinating high-impact community health services and ministries. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HIS480 — Faith-Based Humanitarianism: An analysis of the history and impact of faith-motivated humanitarian efforts in the field of public health. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants for the Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology and Public Health must hold a high school diploma or recognized equivalent with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Prospective students are required to submit an application packet including official academic transcripts and a personal statement outlining their commitment to community service and alignment with the institutional mission of faith-based leadership. Applicants may be invited for an interview to discuss their academic goals and prospective contributions to the university community. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience for the degree, requiring students to synthesize their learning across epidemiological theory, public health practice, and ethical stewardship. Students engage in a comprehensive research or design project that addresses an actual public health challenge identified within a community context. The project mandates a formal written thesis, a data analysis report, and an implementation proposal that mirrors the professional standards of the field. This experience bridges theory and practice, requiring students to justify their strategic interventions through both robust data and an ethical framework rooted in Christian service. The project underscores the student's mastery of the discipline while reflecting their capacity for faith-informed character development. By integrating concepts of servant leadership and compassion, the Capstone project demonstrates how students apply a commitment to the dignity of the human person in the context of global health challenges. Successful completion requires students to present their findings to a faculty panel, demonstrating their preparedness to act as agents of change in faith-based nonprofit and community health environments.

Protected Curriculum

Complete program outline available after verification

Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • Graduation from the program requires the successful completion of 120 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Students must earn a grade of 'C' or higher in all core discipline courses to ensure academic proficiency. Beyond technical achievement, graduates must complete the Senior Capstone Project, demonstrating mastery of the program's learning outcomes and the application of ethical, faith-informed reasoning to public health obstacles.
  • Students are also required to meet the institutional expectations for spiritual formation and character development, which includes participation in university-sponsored chapel services, community engagement hours, and a sequence of theological reflection courses. These requirements serve to cultivate spiritual maturity and integrity, ensuring that graduates are equipped not only with professional skill sets but also with the character necessary for long-term service in faith-based ministries and nonprofit sectors.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Community Health Coordinator
  • Nonprofit Health Program Administrator
  • Public Health Policy Advocate
  • Faith-Based Ministry Wellness Director
  • Epidemiological Research Assistant
  • Community Outreach Specialist
  • Global Health Ministry Consultant
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG101 | Academic Writing and Research | 3 | None
  • BIO110 | Principles of Biology | 4 | None
  • THE101 | Foundations of Christian Ethics | 3 | None
  • SOC120 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MAT150 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 | None
  • BIO150 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 | BIO110
  • COM120 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 | None
  • HUM105 | History of Global Culture | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PHL201 | Epidemiology Foundations | 3 | MAT150
  • PSY210 | Developmental Psychology | 3 | None
  • BUS220 | Nonprofit Resource Stewardship | 3 | None
  • RES205 | Research Design and Methodology | 4 | MAT150
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PHL220 | Social Determinants of Health | 3 | PHL201
  • BIO230 | Infectious Disease and Control | 3 | BIO150
  • CHR250 | Servant Leadership in Ministry | 3 | THE101
  • SOC240 | Community Organizing and Advocacy | 4 | SOC120
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PHL310 | Public Health Program Planning | 3 | PHL201
  • MGT305 | Organizational Leadership | 3 | None
  • BIO350 | Global Health and Nutrition | 4 | BIO230
  • MIN320 | Spiritual Formation and Care | 3 | THE101
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PHL350 | Environmental Health and Safety | 3 | PHL201
  • COU310 | Crisis Intervention and Support | 3 | PSY210
  • BUS360 | Public Health Ethics and Law | 3 | THE101
  • RES380 | Advanced Quantitative Analysis | 4 | RES205
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PHL410 | Epidemiology of Chronic Disease | 3 | PHL310
  • SOC430 | Health Equity and Justice | 3 | SOC240
  • EDU405 | Community Health Education | 4 | COM120
  • MIN450 | Faith and Community Development | 3 | MIN320
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | RES380, PHL410
  • PHL450 | Contemporary Public Health Policy | 3 | BUS360
  • BUS420 | Strategic Management of Ministries | 3 | MGT305
  • HIS480 | Faith-Based Humanitarianism | 3 | HUM105

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Community Health Coordinator
  • Nonprofit Health Program Administrator
  • Public Health Policy Advocate
  • Faith-Based Ministry Wellness Director
  • Epidemiological Research Assistant
  • Community Outreach Specialist
  • Global Health Ministry Consultant

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based Ministry of Health Epidemiology, Public Health
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years