Global Public Health Management

Description:

This course enables students to understand the intricate relationships between microorganisms and global public health through a focus on microbiology. Students will examine global health challenges related to microbiology, including vaccination programs, sanitation measures, antimicrobial stewardship, pandemics, and foodborne illness, and explore strategies for mitigation.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities.

• Hours: 1
• Credits: 0
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course will provide an overview of the key concepts, challenges, and opportunities in the field of global public health. An emphasis on the disparities in health outcomes among different populations and regions, healthcare systems around the world and discussions into ethical dilemmas and considerations in global public health practice.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course introduces students to diverse environmental factors that significantly impact public health, including air and water quality, climate change, pollution, and ecosystem disruption. Students will learn how to advocate for sustainable development practices that balance economic growth with environmental preservation.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course enhances student's understanding of essential epidemiological concepts, including disease incidence, prevalence, mortality rates, and population dynamics. Its content and activities will equip learners with the analytical tools necessary to assess disease patterns, identify risk factors, and contribute to evidence-based decision-making in the realm of global public health.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course will explore practical and effective methods for health promotion, disease prevention, and health education in different communities. Students will discuss ethical considerations for global health initiatives, examine how social determinants of health affect populations worldwide and develop communication skills to effectively advocate for public health initiatives.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course will introduce students to health information science (HIS) and its applications in public health. Students will examine the health information lifecycle, and approaches to the development, management, and use of information and communication technologies (ICT). Issues related to the security, privacy, and confidentiality of systems and data will be discussed.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: $89.75