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Program Code: GVOL0770M
Course Information
Next start date
2 November 2020
Enrollment closes
28 October 2020
Course frequency
Every 8 weeks
Duration
8 weeks
Time Commitment
60 Hours
Format
Online
Optional Extra
GVI Program Abroad
Price
$1735
Flexible Payment
Options Available
Introduction
In recent years health statistics have shown a marked improvement in areas of global health, such as the life expectancy and well being of communities across the world. However, this progress can often be skewed by social factors such as income levels, gender, education and ethnicity.
Join the Foundations in Global Public Health program to gain a deeper understanding of global healthcare systems and the work done by public health professionals to address leading health concerns. Learn more about what steps are being taken to increase access to quality health care for all. After completing this program you’ll be equipped with the foundational knowledge needed to start pursuing your career in the field of global public health.
Join the Foundations in Global Public Health program to gain a deeper understanding of global healthcare systems and the work done by public health professionals to address leading health concerns. Learn more about what steps are being taken to increase access to quality health care for all. After completing this program you’ll be equipped with the foundational knowledge needed to start pursuing your career in the field of global public health.
Skills you’ll acquire
After completing this course you’ll be able to:
- understand some of the most common global health problems and solutions
- discuss the objectives and targets of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (UN SDG) 3: Health and Well-Being
- advise on best practices to follow when implementing community development initiatives
- effectively communicate with a team and track the stages of team development
- define your top skills and possible career paths, as well as the criteria for your dream job.
Is this course for me?
If learning about how to increase accessibility and the quality of health services for people worldwide is something you are passionate about, then this is the course for you. This course is open to high school, college or graduate students who’d like to get into a career in the fields of health education, health system management or patient care. Likewise, if you’re a working professional or are retired and interested in setting up a local health initiative in your community, you are also welcome to join this online course.
Course Curriculum
This program includes our Global Public Health online course. In this course, you’ll learn more about the social and economic influences that affect international public health and discuss what solutions can be found for common health problems. You’ll gain an understanding of universal health coverage (UHC) and analyse successful approaches to mental health, preventative health, nutrition and maternal health.
You will also complete the Community Development course. In this course, you’ll find out more about the history and definition of “community development”. Identify the strengths of a community by using the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, and learn about the importance of local context and how having the buy-in of a community can affect the success or failure of community initiatives.
The program also includes our Careers in Sustainable Development and Leading Teams for Impact courses. In the careers course, you’ll learn about the different careers available in sustainable development. You’ll also learn how to network, write a resume, submit an application and impress during an interview. In the leadership course, you’ll identify your own leadership style. You’ll learn how to set goals, give feedback, manage conflict and identify different roles of team members.
You will also complete the Community Development course. In this course, you’ll find out more about the history and definition of “community development”. Identify the strengths of a community by using the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, and learn about the importance of local context and how having the buy-in of a community can affect the success or failure of community initiatives.
The program also includes our Careers in Sustainable Development and Leading Teams for Impact courses. In the careers course, you’ll learn about the different careers available in sustainable development. You’ll also learn how to network, write a resume, submit an application and impress during an interview. In the leadership course, you’ll identify your own leadership style. You’ll learn how to set goals, give feedback, manage conflict and identify different roles of team members.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
This course includes material related to these Goals
COURSE 1 : Global Public Health
Orientation to our online learning platform
Module 1 : The Evolution of Global Public Health
Module 2 : Global Health Issues
Module 3 : Universal Health Coverage
Module 4 : Health Policy, Power and Politics
Module 5 : Innovation in Global Health Delivery
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COURSE 2 : Community Development
Orientation to our online learning platform
Module 1 : Introduction to Community Development
Module 2 : Understanding a Local Context and Its Priorities
Module 3 : How to Engage with Communities
Module 4 : The Ethics of Stakeholder Management
Module 5 : Best Practices in Community Development
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COURSE 3 : Careers in Sustainable Development
Orientation to our online learning platform
Module 1 : Career Paths and Opportunities
Module 2 : Your Values and Ways to Make an Impact
Module 3 : Career Mapping and Choices
Module 4 : Building Your Profile and Personal Brand
Module 5 : Securing Your Dream Job
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COURSE 4 : Leading Teams for Impact
Orientation to our online learning platform
Module 1 : Introduction to Team Leading
Module 2 : Planning and Setting Team Goals
Module 3 : Preparing by Creating a Safe, Supportive Environment
Module 4 : Presenting and Communicating With Your Team
Module 5 : Performing and Developing a Leadership Style
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Earn a certificate
Want to show colleges, universities and employers that you’ve got the knowledge and skills covered in this course? Once you’ve successfully completed any of our courses, we’ll send you a digital certificate of completion at no additional cost. The certificate will feature the official name of the course, your name, the date and a signature from your course instructor. Add the certificate to your college application, your graduate school application, your job application or your LinkedIn page.
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