Introduction
The Doctor of Public Health in Spiritual Wellness and Community Health (Ph.D.) program at Ebed-Melech University is a doctoral-level program designed for individuals aspiring to advance knowledge in public health with a focus on spiritual wellness and community health. This program combines comprehensive coursework with original research to prepare graduates for leadership roles in academia, healthcare institutions, community organizations, and public health agencies.
60
Credit hours
100%
online
8
week accelerated
2-3
years
Doctor of Public Health (Ph.D.) in Spiritual Wellness and Community Health
This 60-credit doctoral program at Ebed-Melech University is designed for individuals pursuing leadership in public health with a focus on spiritual wellness and community transformation. Through research, innovation, and interfaith collaboration, students will be equipped to address holistic well-being at the community level. Courses are delivered 100% online in 8-week accelerated sessions and can be completed in 2–3 years.
Semester 1 – Foundations of Spiritual Public Health
12 Credits- PSY 701: Advanced Research Methods (3 credits)
- SWC 702: Foundations of Spiritual Wellness in Public Health (3 credits)
- SWC 703: Policy and Governance in Community Health (3 credits)
- SWC 704: Seminar in Spiritual Wellness and Community Health (3 credits)
Semester 2 – Ethics and Interfaith Collaboration
12 Credits- SWC 705: Interfaith Collaboration in Community Health (3 credits)
- SWC 706: Advanced Topics in Spiritual Wellness and Community Health (3 credits)
- SWC 707: Ethical Practices in Spiritual Wellness and Community Health (3 credits)
- SWC 708: Faith-Based Mental Health and Community Recovery (3 credits)
Semester 3 – Innovation and Inclusivity
12 Credits- SWC 709: Doctoral Project Proposal Development (6 credits)
- SWC 710: Innovation and Global Collaboration in Community Health (3 credits)
- SWC 711: Social Justice and Inclusivity in Spiritual Wellness (3 credits)
Semester 4 – Doctoral Research and Practice I
12 Credits- SWC 713: Doctoral Research and Writing I (6 credits)
- SWC 714: Program Implementation in Community Wellness (6 credits)
Semester 5 – Doctoral Research and Practice II
12 Credits- SWC 715: Doctoral Research and Writing II (6 credits)
- SWC 716: Community Health Leadership and Engagement (6 credits)
Semester 6 – Project Defense
0 Credits- SWC 799: Doctoral Project Defense (0 credits)