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Experiment Station Join the Hot Field of Environmental Health The EPH course includes eight separate modules covering a wide
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and Public Health (EPH) summer course will get you there. To Public Health Sanitation: food safety and inspection techniques,
land a job, you need broad technical skills in areas ranging from and new topics on food security, as well as veterinary public health,

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$2,795 On or before May 14, 2010

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emergency response. You also need experience and the REHS Epidemiology: communicable disease and outbreak investigations.
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license. This seven-week course and accompanying 200-hour This is a core skill for bioterrorism and pandemic flu preparedness.
Environment and Public Health

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(five-week) internship provides the expertise and experience you Public Health Microbiology: microbes and the symptoms, trans-
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need and helps prepare you for the REHS licensing exam. mission and prevention of the diseases they cause.
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REHS: The Credential You Need in Environmental Health treatment systems, including a brief chemistry review to bring all
Graduates of the EPH program and field training are eligible students up to speed.
Environmental and Public Health Law: case preparation and
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Environmental Health Specialists (REHS’s). In New Jersey, an court trial simulation.

REHS acts as the front-line investigator for many of the state’s Soils, Septics and the Environment: soil logs and septic system
public health and environmental regulations. REHS’s work as design.
health inspectors, environmental compliance managers and Environmental Pollution: hazardous materials and pollution con-
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global and local issues including:

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* Scouting for early signs of disease outbreaks and food poisoning
* Inspecting wholesale and retail food establishments
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* Detection and monitoring of West Nile virus

7 weeks in the classroom + * Computerized mapping of rabies and Lyme disease outbreaks
* Monitoring streams, lakes and groundwater
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* Investigating air and noise pollution

5 weeks in the field = * Investigating environmental carcinogens for The World Health
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A life-changing experience * Investigating “Cancer Clusters” in New Jersey

* Addressing public health concerns such as mosquito spraying
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What Graduates Say About EPH Faculty Coordinators Getting Started & Class Logistics Applications must be received by May 14 to be considered for the
2010 course. After May 14, you are still invited to apply, and we
will consider your application on a space-available basis.
“Although I am a veteran student with 3 degrees under my belt, EPH was, Vincent Agovino Course Prerequisites Questions? Contact us: 732-932-9271 or [email protected].
by far, the most challenging and rewarding educational program I’ve expe- Environmental Consultant/Licensed Health Officer EPH applicants must have:
rienced. I expect to have a long & fruitful career in environmental health.” Richard Dewling * 32 credits in biological, physical, chemical or environmental Time & Location
Frank McAllen, REHS, Sr. Env. Specialist, Disease Strategies, EPH ‘08 sciences (with one lab course; no grades below a C accepted)
Principal, Dewling Associates, Inc. (Former Commissioner, NJ-DEP) EPH meets from 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday for seven weeks
“EPH provided an intense and positive learning environment. My time William Manley * a minimum of 90 credits overall on the Cook Campus in New Brunswick. The course is followed by
and money spent on this course was a wise investment.” Coordinator, Retail Food Project, Food and Milk Program, NJDHSS a full-time 200-hour (approximately 5 weeks) internship at a NJ
Virginia Wheatley, MPH, REHS, NJDHSS, EPH ‘05 Joseph Mikulka Courses in biology and chemistry are strongly recommended. If health department (placement is provided by Rutgers).
“If you’re looking for a second career, you might go back to graduate Senior Project Manager, Cerenzio & Panaro Engineers you lack 32 science credits, it may be possible to register for up to
school and spend significant time doing it. Alternatively, EPH was a great, (former Bureau Chief, NJ-DEP Water Compliance & Enforcement) 9 science credits earned by completing EPH plus additional course Course Fees
quick class that opened the door to a lifetime career.” Donald Moore, Esq. work. Additional fees, payable to Rutgers Summer Session, will The non-refundable application fee is $40. The registration fee is
Tom Felcetto, REHS, Middlesex County Health Dept, EPH ‘06 Attorney, Kelleher & Moore, Somerville apply. Please contact us if you are interested in this option. $2,795 if received on or before May 14, 2010. After that date, the
Donald Schaffner, Ph.D. In order to sit for the state REHS Licensing Exam you must have registration fee is $2,945. The fee includes two large binders of
“It was unique to have so many experts teach in an intimate setting. I left
with a network of specialists only a call or email away. Was it worth the time Extension Specialist in Food Science, Rutgers Cooperative Extension your Bachelors Degree and successfully complete the EPH program course materials that summarize class presentations and will serve
& money? You bet. I successfully made a career change because of EPH!” George Van Orden, Ph.D. or equivalent courses at the college level. Our office helps EPH as a reference for regulatory, technical and managerial information
Marianne Feeney, REHS, Franklin Twp Health Dept, EPH ‘07 Health Officer, Hanover Township Health Department graduates with the application process for the NJ REHS exam. useful in the field for years to come.
“Words cannot express the impact that this program had on my life. I
Here’s what students say about EPH speakers: Get Started - Apply Now! Job Referral Network and Resume Writing
wasn’t sure about dedicating my life to public health before, but now I
Send your unofficial transcripts for review using our risk-free on- Our office maintains contact with thousands of professionals and
realize how rewarding it is.” George Van Orden, Epidemiology
Janet Castro, REHS, North Bergen Health Dept, EPH ‘04 line application (here: www.cpe.rutgers.edu/eph) or send us your hundreds of organizations in the environmental and public health
“Inspiring with his depth of knowledge and caring for the class. transcripts by e-mail, fax or mail (include your name, phone & fields who notify us of job openings throughout the year. EPH
“EPH gives you a really intense experience where you make or break it. If Truly a remarkable, but humble, man. A great role model.” email address). If we determine that you qualify for the course, the registrants have access to this informal job information network.
you’re interested in literally making the world a better place, the class is “An excellent teacher...I truly appreciated being his student!” next step will be to send your official transcripts, a completed EPH Interested participants will also learn how to improve their resume
absolutely necessary and absolutely fantastic!”
Joe Mikulka, Environmental Enforcement registration form and the $40 non-refundable application fee. writing skills and how to effectively write & organize their resume.
Emily Carey, REHS, Rutgers Public Health Continuing Education, EPH ‘08
“Great lecturer. Full of practical information. This was great!”
“EPH prepared me to enter public health in the shortest possible time. - THREE CONVENIENT WAYS TO REGISTER - - PAYMENT / REFUND / FEE INFORMATION -
The information you learn is exactly what you practice in the field. I Dick Dewling, Water and Wastewater Treatment
would definitely recommend EPH to a friend or colleague.” Once your application is approved, you have 3 ways to register: Payment Policy - All students must have prearranged for payment to be admitted to the
“Another excellent teacher. Engaging and entertaining. I really have class (purchase order, check, Visa, Mastercard, American Express or money order).
Keith Levine, REHS/Lead Risk Assessor, Monmouth Co. HD, EPH ‘06 learned a great deal from him.”
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“I felt totally prepared for the REHS exam and field work. I was offered a “Dick is the best...easy to understand and fun to listen to.” or AMEX number ready. application fee) provided our office is notified at least five (5) full working days prior to

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position immediately. This class was worth the time, energy & money!” Substitutions are permitted.
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“Great to have professionals like this give lectures.” Mail: Registration Desk, NJAES Office of Continuing Professional Education,
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