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The Tools of Public Health Practice
Location
Internet
Term
Summer Term
Department
Health Policy and Management
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
Asynchronous Online
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
Introduction to Online learning
Introduces the core functions of public health and the core competencies for public health professionals. Students assess their strengths, as well as academic and professional goals. Describes each of the core competency areas and encourages development through academic coursework, the public health practicum, and professional development.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the importance of the core functions and public health workforce competencies to address real world public health problems
- Conduct a self-assessment to determine personal strengths and weaknesses and goals for competency development
- Gain a foundation to prepare for your practicum, as well as for your personal career advancement and development
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 50% Participation
- 50% Self-assessments
Enrollment Restriction
undergraduate and interdivisional students are not permitted in this section
Students should take this course within their 1st year of the program.