Implementation Science and Community Health Outcomes, Graduate/Professional Certificate
Program Overview
The Certificate in Implementation Science and Community Health Outcomes equips students with skills to address health issues in real-world settings. It emphasizes research that tests effectiveness and explores factors influencing positive health outcomes. The program offers a range of electives in community engagement, qualitative research methods, and implementation science, preparing students for careers in community health, health services, or health policy.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Certificate in Implementation Science and Community Health Outcomes is designed for students interested in solving problems in community health, health services, or health policy. It aims to develop skills in considering multiple factors that influence a community or organization, forming and managing research partnerships with communities and organizations, evaluating the effectiveness of health interventions or prevention methods, and articulating policy implications of health issues and interventions. The certificate addresses the gap between basic health and medical research discoveries and their application in clinical and public health practice. It emphasizes research that tests effectiveness in real-world settings and explores factors that facilitate or impede positive health outcomes.
Outline:
Core Requirement:
- POP HLTH 709: Translational and Outcomes Research in Health and Health Care
Electives:
Working with Communities and Implementation Science:
- HDFS 872: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Action
- JOURN/ COM ARTS/ LSC 617: Health Communication in the Information Age
- HDFS/ ED PSYCH/ NURSING/ SOC WORK 880: Prevention Science I
- SY E 417: Health Systems Engineering I
- SY E/ POP HLTH 703: Quality of Health Care: Evaluation and Assurance
- NURSING 702: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in Diverse Communities
- NURSING 761: Health Program Planning, Evaluation, and Quality Improvement
- OTM 753: Healthcare Operations Management
- OTM 758: Managing Technological and Organizational Change
- OTM 770: Sustainable Approaches to System Improvement
- S&A PHM 652: Pharmacist Communication: Educational and Behavioral Interventions
- S&A PHM 704: Dissemination, Implementation and Sustainment of Change in Health Services Research
- POP HLTH/ I SY E 703: Quality of Health Care: Evaluation and Assurance
- PUBLHLTH 780: Evidence-Based Decision-Making
- SOC/ C&E SOC 573: Community Organization and Change
- SOC/ C&E SOC/ URB R PL 617: Community Development
Qualitative Research Methods Relevant to Implementation Science and Community Outcomes Research:
- ANTHRO 909: Research Methods and Research Design in Cultural Anthropology
- COUN PSY/ CURRIC/ ED POL/ ED PSYCH/ ELPA/ RP & SE 788: Qualitative Research Methods in Education: Field Methods I
- CURRIC/ COUN PSY/ ED POL/ ED PSYCH/ ELPA/ RP & SE 719: Introduction to Qualitative Research
- ELPA 824: Field Research Designs & Methodologies in Educational Administratn
- NURSING 804: Qualitative Design and Methods
- SOC/ ED POL 955: Seminar-Qualitative Methodology Project
Seminar:
Select one of the following:
- I SY E/ PSYCH 859: Special Topics in Human Factors Engineering (Implementation of Systems Interventions in Healthcare)
- POP HLTH 699: Independent Reading
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of faculty from various disciplines, including pharmacy, education, nursing, medicine and public health.
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Overview:
University of Wisconsin–Madison is a public research university located in Madison, Wisconsin. It is known for its strong academic programs, extensive research enterprise, and vibrant campus life. The university is guided by the Wisconsin Idea, a philosophy that emphasizes the importance of using knowledge to improve the lives of people beyond the campus.
Services Offered:
The university offers a wide range of services to students, including:
Academic Support:
Academic advising, tutoring, writing centers, and career services.Student Life:
Student organizations, recreational facilities, cultural events, and health services.Technology:
Access to computer labs, online resources, and software.Housing:
On-campus residence halls and off-campus housing options.Financial Aid:
Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at UW–Madison can expect a vibrant and engaging campus experience. The university boasts a diverse student body, a wide range of student organizations, and a lively social scene. The city of Madison offers a variety of cultural attractions, restaurants, and entertainment options.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Strong Academic Programs:
UW–Madison is home to a wide range of academic programs, including highly ranked programs in engineering, business, medicine, and the humanities.Research Opportunities:
The university is a leading research institution, offering students opportunities to participate in groundbreaking research projects.Wisconsin Idea:
The university's commitment to public service provides students with opportunities to make a positive impact on the world.Vibrant Campus Life:
UW–Madison offers a lively and engaging campus experience with a diverse student body, a wide range of student organizations, and a variety of cultural events.Location:
Madison is a beautiful and vibrant city with a strong sense of community.Academic Programs:
UW–Madison offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including:
