About
Why Study Behavioral & Community Health Sciences?
Advancing Health Equity
Our graduates seek to improve and promote health and equity by engaging and partnering with individuals, communities, and systems in our research, teaching, and practice. Building on our values of active collaboration, integrated and strengths-based approaches, social justice, anti-racism, and health equity, BCHS professionals:
- Examine public health problems using social and behavioral sciences theory and information.
- Conduct community-based research and practice to build knowledge and understanding.
- Develop and plan innovative programs and policies to realize our vision of healthy people thriving in equitable communities.
Did You Know?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, health educators and community health workers are projected to experience faster than average employment growth from 2021 to 2031.
12%
Health educator and community health worker roles are projected to grow 12% by 2031.
15,200
An estimated 15,200 job openings are expected for health educators and community health workers by 2031.
Strategic Plan
Pitt Public Health's vision of informed, empowered and healthy populations as explained through our mission and strategic plan goals.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
The Department of Behavioral and Community Health Sciences affirms that diversity strengthens our collective capacity to address health inequities and promote social justice, and fosters creativity, innovation, and productivity.
