Program Overview
The Advanced Certificate in Global Health provides a comprehensive understanding of global health issues, their impact on populations, and the role of international collaboration in addressing health disparities. Through interdisciplinary coursework and experiential learning, the program equips learners with critical thinking skills, an appreciation for global health complexities, and career opportunities in various sectors of global health.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Advanced Certificate in Global Health offers a comprehensive study of global health issues and their impact on populations worldwide. The program adopts an interdisciplinary approach, examining the interplay between health disparities, risk factors, and the efforts of international agencies in promoting health access and standards.
Objectives:
- Equip learners with a deep understanding of the health, socio-economic, and political factors influencing individual and population health.
- Develop critical thinking skills for analyzing global health challenges and devising evidence-based solutions.
- Foster an appreciation for the complexities of global health and the role of international collaboration in addressing health disparities.
Outline:
Required Courses (12 credits):
- Primary Care Around the World: Explores the organization and delivery of primary health care services in diverse global settings, emphasizing access, equity, and cultural sensitivity.
- Infectious Diseases and Public Health: Examines the epidemiology, prevention, and control of infectious diseases with a focus on global health challenges and the role of public health interventions.
- Comparative Healthcare Delivery Systems: Analyzes the structure, financing, and performance of healthcare systems in different countries, highlighting innovative approaches and lessons learned.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
Instruction is delivered primarily through online distance education format, allowing for flexibility and accessibility.
Faculty:
The faculty comprises internationally recognized practitioners and scholars with extensive experience in global health and connections to the United Nations.
Unique Approaches:
The program emphasizes experiential learning through case studies, simulations, and guest lectures from experts in the field.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
Graduates may pursue careers in various sectors of global health, including:
- International health organizations (e.g., WHO, UNICEF)
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Government agencies
- Research institutions
- Healthcare delivery systems
Opportunities and Outcomes:
The certificate enhances career prospects for professionals seeking to specialize in global health and contribute to improving health outcomes worldwide. It can also serve as a pathway to the Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree.