This is the program description page for the
Basic Environmental Health Program - Winter 2026. If you need,
or would like, to participate in this program you must enroll in all of the
program courses. Scroll to the bottom of the page to review the program course
table and click on the button labeled "One Click Program Enrollment."
Contact Hours
No contact hours.
Target Agency
All Agencies
Program Description
DO NOT ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM UNLESS YOU HAVE RECEIVED APPROVAL FROM NYS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH.
The Basic Environmental Health Program (BEHP) is provided by the New York State Department of Health. It is an introductory training program designed to equip entry-level environmental health personnel with the basic knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to develop competency in their initial and future duties. The BEHP is recognized as the health training course approved by the State Health Department pursuant to Part 11 of the State Sanitary Code for individuals employed in Public Health Sanitarian and Public Health Technician titles in New York State. Experienced environmental and public health staff and industry experts provide a rich overview of major environmental and public health components and programs conducted in New York, together with instruction on the related specialized science and technology. The program is designed to prepare staff for additional specialized training and mentored experience. It is offered via a blended learning format consists of In-person courses, recorded and live webinars, recorded presentations and, online self-paced courses. There are no fee for the program.
Participation in the BEHP is limited based on the number of registration openings available and priority is given to individuals in the Public Health Technician and Public Health Sanitarian titles, as per the requirements of Part 11 of the State Sanitary Code (10 NYCRR). The BEHP and its modules are designed to be completed in its entirety within a designated time frame.
Program Documents
Co-sponsored By
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Center for Environmental Health
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