An Introduction to Public Health
Where and when
- Dates: 14 January - 18 March 2025
- Time: Tuesdays, 10am - 12pm
- Location: Ruskin College
About the course
Short courses may be free of charge. Please consult our tuition fee policy for further information.
This course is an introductory-level course in Public Health. There are many areas in society which are touched by Public Health, and this course is designed for someone with an interest in learning the foundations of, and possibly pursuing a career in this discipline. No previous experience is necessary.
Topics covered
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Topics covered
- Week 1: Introduction and overview of the course and History of Public Health
- Week 2: Dimensions of Health (Physical, Mental and Social Health)
- Week 3: Determinants of Health
- Week 4: Equality and Equity, the 9 protected characteristics
- Week 5: The Mental Health Act
- Week 6: The British Health Care System
- Week 7: Common Health Conditions
- Week 8: Infections and Epidemics
- Week 9: Building Healthy Communities
- Week 10: Careers in Public Health
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Skills acquired
By the end of the course, learners will:
Understand what Public Health is, and how it plays a part in everyday society.
Demonstrate some knowledge and understanding of the wider determinants of health.
Understand risk factors, the difference between infectious and non-infectious diseases and how we try to manage these.
Demonstrate some awareness of health promotion and its applications in everyday life.
Learn of different career paths in the Public Health field.
