Environmental Health

Description

Environmental Health Course Overview:

The "Environmental Health" course provides an in-depth understanding of key environmental issues and their impact on public health. Learners will explore topics such as pollution, waste management, climate change, and sustainability, while gaining the skills necessary to address and mitigate environmental risks.

This course is ideal for individuals aiming to pursue a career in environmental health or those wishing to enhance their knowledge of sustainable practices. It offers both theoretical insights and practical strategies to promote healthier environments. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to contribute to better health outcomes through effective environmental management practices.

Course Description:

This course covers essential topics in environmental health, starting with an introduction to environmental health principles, waste management, and the key pollutants that impact public health. Learners will examine the relationship between environmental pollution, climate change, and its effects on human health. Specific focus areas include waste recovery, food and plastic waste, air and water pollution, and environmental sustainability.

Through engaging learning materials, learners will develop a comprehensive understanding of how these issues influence public health and the measures that can be taken to address them. Upon completion, learners will have gained the skills to assess environmental health risks and contribute to sustainability efforts within their organisations and communities.

Environmental Health Curriculum:

Module 01: Intro to Environmental Health
Module 02: Waste, Pollution and Pollutants
Module 03: Environment, Pollution, Climate Change and Health
Module 04: Recovering Resources and Managing Waste
Module 05: Food Waste
Module 06: Plastic
Module 07: Air Pollution
Module 08: Water
Module 09: Environmental Sustainability
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