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1 hour 54 minutes
All levels
Explore the foundational concepts of public health and its crucial role in promoting community well-being with our comprehensive course, "Introduction to Public Health." Whether you're new to the field or seeking to deepen your understanding, this course equips you with essential knowledge and skills.
Key Features:
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In the "Introduction to Public Health" course, learners will explore essential aspects of public health. They will gain an understanding of how public health protects and improves the health of communities. The course covers principles and policies that guide public health efforts, including disease control and epidemiology, which helps in tracking and understanding diseases. Learners will also delve into topics like maternal and child health, examining how health practices impact childbirth and early life. Environmental factors affecting public health will be explored, highlighting how surroundings can influence well-being.
Additionally, the course addresses ethical considerations in public health, emphasizing the importance of making ethical decisions in health policies and practices. Overall, students will gain a comprehensive view of public health, equipping them with knowledge to contribute effectively to community health initiatives.
Course Curriculum
Module 01: Introduction to Public Health
Module 02: Principles of Public Health
Module 03: Health System and Policy
Module 04: Disease Control
Module 05: Understanding Epidemiology
Module 06: Understanding Measures of Disease Frequency
Module 07: Maternity and Childbirth
Module 08: Environment and Public Health
Module 09: Public Health and Ethics
Learning Outcomes
Understand key principles of public health and its significance globally.
Analyze health systems and policies influencing public health strategies.
Identify methods for disease control and prevention in public health.
Explain epidemiological concepts and their application in public health.
Evaluate measures of disease frequency used in public health research.
Discuss ethical considerations in public health practice and policymaking.
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
Introduction to Public Health 1:52:48 1: Module 01: Introduction to Public Health 12:53 2: Module 02: Principles of Public Health 10:48 3: Module 03: Health System and Policy 13:09 4: Module 04: Disease Control 13:48 5: Module 05: Understanding Epidemiology 14:27 6: Module 06: Understanding Measures of Disease Frequency 10:07 7: Module 07: Maternity and Childbirth 16:08 8: Module 08: Environment and Public Health 11:42 9: Module 09: Public Health and Ethics 08:46 10: CPD Certificate - Free 01:00
Healthcare professionals seeking foundational knowledge in public health.
Students pursuing studies in healthcare-related disciplines.
Individuals interested in understanding community health and wellbeing.
Government officials involved in health policy development.
Anyone curious about the impact of environment on public health.
Public Health Analyst
Health Policy Advisor
Epidemiology Research Assistant
Environmental Health Officer
Maternal and Child Health Specialist
Public Health Ethics Consultant
Digital certificate
Digital certificate - Included
Reed Courses Certificate of Completion
Digital certificate - Included
Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.