$20
weeklyor $240 for 12 classes
Intro to Public Health - 12 Week Course
New class
Ages 12-17
Live Group Course
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(5 reviews)
Live video meetings
1x per week, 12 weeks
1-18 learners per class
50 min
What's included
12 live meetings
10 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 per weekLetter Grade
1 after class completionClass Experience
If you have already lived through a global pandemic – you are not too young to learn about the important, exciting, and rapidly evolving field of public health! Explore the essentials of public health, investigate its impact on communities, and examine the intersections with policy, environmental science, and social issues in this comprehensive 12-week course tailored for students aged 12-17 (***the course content and assignments will be adjusted based on the age of participants!***) Through interactive lessons, discussions, and projects, your student will gain a deeper understanding of public health and discover how you can make a difference in this crucial field. By the end of this course, you’ll have a strong understanding of public health principles and practices, as well as a clear sense of how you can contribute to improving health outcomes in various settings.
Learning Goals
Public HealthHealth EquitySyllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Public Health
Overview of public health and its significance
Key concepts: epidemiology, health promotion, disease prevention, health equity
Role of public health in global and local contexts
Assignment: Write a reflection on why public health interests you and what you hope to gain from the course. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
History of Public Health
Historical milestones in public health
Evolution of public health practices and policies
Significant public health figures and their contributions
Assignment: Research and present on a historical public health event or figure. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Understanding Health Disparities
Health equity and social determinants of health
Case studies on health disparities and their causes
Discussion on socio-economic factors affecting health outcomes
Assignment: Investigate a health disparity and prepare a small paragraph on its impact, to be shared in class. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Public Health Policy
Introduction to public health policy and its role in community health
Overview of key policies and regulations
How policies are developed and evaluated
Who is writing policy?
What is the relationship between scientists and policy makers?
Assignment: Analyze a current public health policy and discuss its effectiveness and potential improvements. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I am a traveler, public health researcher, athlete and educator excited to teach your student on any of the following topics: chemistry, public health, medical anthropology, introductory weight lifting and exercise, and the daunting but exciting journey through the college application process!
I have two degrees, one in chemistry and the other in medical anthropology (Feel free to ask me what medical anthropology is!!). I currently do public health research at a university, studying infectious diseases and health policy in the US.
I have two kittens (Gracie & Gooseberry), I love(!!!!) to knit (after learning this December), and teaching is both my hobby and passion.Reviews
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