Course

Public Health

Course

The Public Health course at Bay University provides students with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of public health. This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to promote and protect the health of communities and populations, preparing them for careers in public health, policy, and research.

What You Will Learn:

  1. Foundations of Public Health:

    • Introduction to the history, principles, and core functions of public health.
    • Understanding the role of public health professionals in society.

  2. Epidemiology:

    • Study of the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations.
    • Techniques for designing and conducting epidemiological studies.

  3. Biostatistics:

    • Principles of statistical methods in public health research.
    • Techniques for data analysis and interpretation.

  4. Environmental Health:

    • Study of environmental factors affecting human health.
    • Strategies for managing environmental health risks and promoting sustainability.

  5. Health Policy and Management:

    • Examination of health policy development, implementation, and evaluation.
    • Understanding the principles of health care management and administration.

  6. Social and Behavioral Sciences:

    • Study of social and behavioral factors influencing health.
    • Techniques for designing and evaluating health promotion and disease prevention programs.

  7. Global Health:

    • Exploration of global health issues and challenges.
    • Understanding the impact of globalization on health and disease.

  8. Public Health Ethics:

    • Examination of ethical principles and dilemmas in public health practice.
    • Techniques for ethical decision-making and policy development.

  9. Public Health Practicum:

    • Hands-on training in public health settings.
    • Application of theoretical knowledge to real-world public health challenges.

  10. Research Methods in Public Health:

    • Introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methods.
    • Techniques for conducting public health research and disseminating findings.

By completing this course, students will be prepared to pursue careers as public health professionals in government agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare institutions, and research centers. They will gain the ability to design, implement, and evaluate public health programs, conduct research, and advocate for policies that improve the health and well-being of populations.

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