MPH 507 - Program Design and Evaluation

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An advanced study of public health practice. Topics include conducting needs assessments, designing a policy, program, project or intervention, and identifying methods for evaluation. Special emphasis is placed on the importance of cultural awareness, working effectively across disciplines, and applying systems thinking.

CEPH Competencies:

D2-7. Assess population needs, assets and capacities that affect communities’ health
D2-8. Apply awareness of cultural values and practices to the design or implementation of public health policies or programs
D2-9. Design a population-based policy, program, project or intervention
D2-11. Select methods to evaluate public health programs
D2-21. Perform effectively on interprofessional teams
D2-22. Apply systems thinking tools to a public health issue