Public Health Leaders of Tomorrow Program
PHLOT was launched in 2006 to strengthen the public health infrastructure across New York State. PHLOT provides numerous programs such as tuition awards for local health department and NYS Department of Health staff, internship stipends, student leadership training and conference support designed to offer academic and leadership opportunities to prepare our next generation of public health leaders (i.e current public health professionals across NYS and students enrolled at the University at Albany School of Public Health).
Elgibility Requirements
In order to be eligible for a PHLOT Tuition Award, all applicants must:
-Be a full-time employee at either a NYS local health department (LHD) or Department
of Health (DOH);
-Pursue and utilize tuition assistance through their employer/union, if available;
-Be accepted/enrolled in one of the following University at Albany School of Public Health Programs:
Certificate in Public Health Fundamentals & Principles
Master of Public Health
Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice
Doctor of Public Health
Tuition Awards
In-state graduate tuition awards are available to NYS LHD or NYS DOH employees only.
-Awards are accepted and issued on a first-come, first-serve basis.
-Awards are based on availability per semester and are issued in the priority order below, which is
determined between SPH and NYSDOH on the funding agreement:
- LHD Directors who are required to complete the certificate or MPH
- LHD staff pursuring their first graduate degree in public health (certificate, MPH, or MS)
- NYSDOH staff pursuring their first graduate degree in public health (certificate, MPH, MS)
- LHD or NYSDOH staff taking non-degree courses with the intent to pursue a certificate or degree
- LHD or NYSDOH staff pursuing a DrPH or PhD
- LHD or NYSDOH staff registering for an independent study and/or internship (non-PHLOT funded)
-Due to the limited funding, tuition awards are limited to a maximum of three (3) credits per student per semester. You are responsible for payment of tuition above and beyond the three (3) credits.
-Awards cover TUITION ONLY. All other fees, (Student fees, late fees, books, etc) are the student's
responsibility.
-Students who drop or withdraw from courses after the last day to drop a semester length course will be responsible for payment of tuition and incurred fees for the dropped course. Unless you can demonstrate extenuating circumstances, future funding will be impacted.
Application Requirements
All interested applicants must apply and be accepted to one of the School of Public Health Progams.
To view admissions requirements and apply, click on the link to the appropriate program, below:
Certificate in Public Health Fundamentals & Principles
Master of Public Health
Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice
Doctor of Public Health
- A Tuition Award Request Form during each semester you enroll in courses
- Provide documentation of tuition assistance pursued/used through your employer/union
- Provide verification of full-time employment status (e.g., copy of ID)
Additional Program Information
-Timely course registration and submission date of the PHLOT Tuition Award Request Form also
determines tuition awards.
-With the significant reduction in PHLOT funding and increase in the number of students enrolling in
our programs, it is not gauranteed that your tuition request will be honored each semester.
-Any changes in contact information or program status must be communicated to the Coordinator.
-Those applying and who accept a PHLOT Tuition Award must review and adhere to the guidelines
found in the PHLOT Tuition Award Fact Sheet.
For more information on Tuition awards, contact:
Susan Bernardi-Bain, Coordinator
School of Public Health, University at Albany
One University Place, Room 118
Rensselaer, NY 12144
sbernardibain@albany.edu
(518) 408-2341
Internship Support & Stipends
The PHLOT program recognizes and supports the added value of practical, real world public health experience to the academic programs at the UA SPH. The experience gained by internships is immeasurable, providing mutual benefits to students and host organizations alike. In keeping with its central mission, PHLOT provides a number of internship stipends to students taking on selected practice-based positions each semester. Preference is given to internships based at local health departments throughout New York State, but other practice based positions at the NYS DOH and non-profit organizations are considered and funded as well, as funds allow.
Student Eligibility for PHLOT Internship Stipends:
- Satisfactory academic achievement
- Demonstrated interest in public health service at the local or State level
- Registration of the experience for University at Albany academic credit
Value of Internship Awards for NYS DOH and Local Health Departments
Internships provide excellent opportunities for LHDs and the NYS DOH to host students who have completed a full year of graduate coursework seeking full-time six to twelve week internship positions.
Students successfully matched with an internship may be eligible to receive a stipend through PHLOT at no cost to the host organization.
Potential mentors interested in hosting a student intern should contact:
Katrina L. Chamberlain, MS, MPH
Director, Internship and Career Services
University at Albany School of Public Health
KChamberlain@albany.edu
518.402.0404
Internship Awardee Testimonials
CORE Student Leadership Program
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The CORE Student Leadership Program was designed to provide intensive leadership team-building skills, professional mentorship by local public health leaders, and additional practice-based experience to a select group of MS or MPH students committed to public health practice. Competitive admission to the program was based on academic achievement, overall potential for leadership in the field of public health and demonstrated dedication to future employment in NYS.
The overall goal of the program was to cultivate personal and professional growth in the areas of leadership, teamwork, interpersonal communication, academic achievement and success among students dedicated to serving in the public health practice arena.
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT
In addition to participation in leadership development activities, the CORE team members designed and implemented a year-long community service project to create a sustainable public health impact in the surrounding community with a non-profit organization in the Capital District. This year, members collaborated with Equinox, a non-profit organization that provides advocacy, outreach and prevention services to youth and families living in Albany.
Click here to learn more about the project.
For more information, contact:
Public Health Leaders of Tomorrow Program
University at Albany School of Public Health – One University Place
Rensselaer, NY 12144
518.402.0404
phlot@albany.edu
PHLOT CORE Alumni Testimonials
Student Leadership Training
PHLOT funding for Student Leadership Training is used to support professional and leadership development for all School of Public Health students, including Local Health Department and New York State Department of Health staff. Funding allows for students to participate in both on and off-site career development and leadership programs, events and activities.
Student Leadership Training 2012-2013
Throughout the year, PHLOT offers workshops, speakers and events for students on a wide variety of topics related to professional and leadership development including but not limited to: resume/cover letter development, interviewing and networking skills, public health leadership, and professional etiquette in the workplace. These programs are open to all University of Albany School of Public Health students to attend.
Fall 2012
How to Use LinkedIn: Tuesday, September 18th
An Evening of Global Connections: Monday, October 22nd
Resume 101: How to Create an Effective Resume: Tuesday, November 6
Spring 2013
Gearing Up for the Job Search: Ten Strategies for Success: Tuesday, February 12th
What Employers Want: How to Create Targeted Resumes & Cover Letters: Monday, March 4th
Do's & Don'ts in the Workplace: Gaining Acceptance as a Professional: Monday, March 11th
Networking Without the Net: Monday, April 8th
Public Health Student Leadership Workshop #1: Monday, April 22nd
Public Health Student Leadership Workshop #2: Monday, April 29th
Professional Development Stipends
PHLOT will provide up to ten $350 stipends to support eligible University at Albnay School of Public Health students to attend national meetings and/or conferences to encourage professional development. Priority will be given to students who are either presenting at a conference (i.e. those who complete projects/research during Local Health Department and/or New York State Department of Health internships to present findings) or those who are attending their first conference.
Stipend funding can be used towards such expenses as membership/registration fees or costs associated with travel and accommodations.It is the student’s responsibility to make all necessary arrangements to attend the conferences (ie travel, accommodations, registration, etc.)
If you are interested in applying for a stipend, please complete a Professional Development Application form and submit by e-mail to Susan Bernardi-Bain at sbernardibain@albany.edu. Applicants are encouraged to submit the form well in advance of the meeting/conference they plan to attend to allow ample time to process the stipend.
Funding for the Public Health Leaders of Tomorrow Program is made possible through the NYS Legislature via an award from the NYS Department of Health.
