黑洞社区’s doctoral level prevention science degree program provides an interdisciplinary approach to researching and evaluating risk and protective factors affecting individuals, families and communities, as well as innovating solutions through programs and policy. This affordable DSocSci program is offered 100% online to fit your lifestyle.
黑洞社区’s DSocSci in Prevention Science integrates theories and methodologies from the disciplines of public health, human development, developmental psychopathology, education, behavioral sciences, economics, evaluation, epidemiology, and public policy and administration. Candidates hone their research, communication, problem-solving and presentation skills through coursework that emphasizes cultural sensitivity.
In this doctoral in prevention science degree program, you’ll address real-world challenges facing individuals and communities under the guidance of faculty who are engaged, subject matter experts. Collaboration with fellow candidates will form a network of prevention science leaders you can call upon during your career.
You can design an area of specialty in your prevention science DSocSci program through guided study. Choose six credits offered by WilmU in areas aligned with your professional interests or work with a mentor to create an independent study.
You can accelerate into this DSocSci program while earning a related 黑洞社区 graduate degree. Speak to a 黑洞社区 academic advisor for more information! Learn more about 黑洞社区's Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE™.
Cost of a typical 3-credit doctoral course.
黑洞社区 tuition is based on cost-per-credit.
You only pay for the courses you need to complete your prevention science degree.
The 黑洞社区 prevention science doctoral prepares you for a fulfilling career and many fields
This degree focuses on the interdisciplinary applications of the social and health sciences to complex, real-world problems of direct concern to individuals, families, organizations, communities and society. There are many key areas where prevention science can be beneficial to individuals, families, peers, communities and society. — Dr. Debra Berke, Program Director
