This specialization empowers individuals engaged in or aspiring to work in global health programming. It covers the foundational elements of effective program planning, implementation, and evaluation in diverse settings, including low- and middle-income countries and humanitarian crises.
This course provides a solid foundation for those already involved in managing health and development programs or preparing for such roles. By completing this specialization, learners will gain essential skills to improve health and save lives in various global health contexts.
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This course covers key topics including Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems, Public Health in Humanitarian Crises, Health for All Through Primary Health Care, Diagnosing Health Behaviors, Community Change in Public Health, and Training for Volunteer Community Health Workers.
This module provides an overview of health systems components and their relevance in low and middle-income countries, focusing on health service organizations, WHO's major building blocks, human resource development, and health policy making and advocacy.
Explore the public health approach to problems experienced by people affected by disasters, both natural and related to conflict, with practical examples and theoretical knowledge from experienced instructors and guest lecturers.
Understand the importance of primary health care in achieving Health for All, exploring its principles, implementation, and examples of its instrumental role in selected populations.
Delve into the core of successful public health interventions by examining health behavior and its impact, utilizing a toolkit of theoretical models and practical frameworks to encourage behavior change.
Examine the community context of changes needed to promote public health, recognizing community strengths and facilitating community participation in the design, implementation, and evaluation of interventions.
Learn about the process of training and continuing education for volunteer community health workers, drawing on real-life examples from various community health worker programs.
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