Introduction to Public Health

This course is designed for high school students interested in exploring the field of public health, a valuable and practical field that covers the intersections of medicine, public policy, and societal impacts on health. Students will gain a foundational understanding of public health principles, major health issues, and the role of public health in society both nationally and globally. Examining historical and modern case studies, students will understand how the field of public health can be used to mitigate health problems among diverse populations. The course will include a final project for students to apply public health perspectives to solve a real-world problem, encouraging innovative thinking to identify strategies to facilitate healthy populations around the world.

Learning Outcomes

Upon Completing this course, students will be able to:

1. Learn fundamental concepts of public health, including its role in medicine, policy, and society.
2. Explore key health challenges affecting populations nationally and globally, including their causes and potential solutions.
3. Evaluate real-world examples of public health interventions and their impact on communities.
4. Develop innovative solutions to real-world health problems through research and critical thinking.
5. Demonstrate their understanding of public health by designing and presenting a project that applies public health perspectives to improve health outcomes.

Note: Information is subject to change as instructors finalize course content and syllabi.