MPH/602
Public Health Communication and Advocacy

Course level: Graduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format
Online
Course length
6 weeks
Total credits
3 credits
Note
Take this course as part of a degree or certificate program.
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Format details

Online classes, always on, 24/7/365

Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.

This course is designed to provide learners with a critical understanding of the effects of media as a vehicle to promote and impede the achievement of public health goals. Learners will develop communication skills to use a variety of media strategies to advance public health policies and promote social change. Learners are provided with opportunity to advance their personal presentation and communication skills.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Training and Development

Use effective leadership skills to train public health officials on a public health issue

Coordinating

Develop a health communication plan and intervention for a specific health topic of interest

Critical Thinking

Analyze the relationship between health policy and advocacy