Dr. Richard Shaffer

Professor

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Biography

Richard Shaffer is a Professor in the School of Public Health at San Diego State University, specializing in Epidemiology. He coordinates the Joint Doctoral Program in Epidemiology and has a Ph.D. in Epidemiology with an emphasis on the health effects of physical activity. His teaching interests are focused on epidemiologic methodology, assessment of physical activity in populations, and the evaluation of community interventions aimed at changing health-related behaviors. His research interests include studying the effects of exercise on musculoskeletal injuries, sexually transmitted disease prevention, and the development and evaluation of community programs designed to reduce alcohol misuse. Shaffer has an extensive academic background, having earned an MPH in Epidemiology and a BA in Biology/Management from the University of South Carolina and Jacksonville University, respectively.

Research Interests

Requirements for San Diego State University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.85
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Introductory Statistics course
Application Checklist
  • SOPHAS Application
  • Cal State Apply Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose (1500 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

This entry covers Department of Health Management Policy, Department of Health Management and Policy, Department of Epidemiology, Department of Biostatistics, Department of Public Health, Department of Health Promotion and Behavioral Science, Department of Health Promotion, Department of Environmental Health, Department of Global Health, and Department of Health Promotion Behavioral Science as they all fall under the SDSU School of Public Health MPH programs.