DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC HEALTH

Course Overview

Public health is a scientific and multidisciplinary field dedicated to protecting and improving the health of populations through disease prevention, health promotion, and informed policy-making. It focuses on understanding how factors such as genetics, lifestyle choices, and environmental conditions influence health outcomes.

This program emphasizes community-based approaches, encouraging active participation in promoting healthier lifestyles and preventing illness and injury. Public health professionals play a critical role in designing and implementing interventions that address both emerging and persistent health challenges, including environmental hazards, infectious diseases, and social health inequalities.

The course also explores the growing demand for efficient health systems, where professionals are expected to deliver impactful programs with limited resources. As such, learners will develop innovative and practical skills in planning, managing, and evaluating public health initiatives.

Overall, this diploma equips participants with essential knowledge, practical competencies, and a strong foundation in public health principles, making it ideal for individuals working in community development, healthcare, and humanitarian sectors.

Course Duration

• Duration: 6 Months
• Start Date: 1st of every month
• Mode: Flexible / Self Paced(suitable for development and public sector professionals)

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Public Health

• Introduction to Public Health
• Principles of Epidemiology
• Social and Behavioral Foundations of Primary Health Care
• Health, Illness, and Human Behavior
• Social Environment and Health
• Social Responses to Disease
• Environmental Health
• Public Health in Practice

Module 2: Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)

• Introduction to WASH
• Hygiene Promotion Strategies
• Water Supply Standards and Water Quality
• Water and Sanitation Needs Assessment
• Health Promotion and Community Participation

Module 3: Epidemiology and Data Analysis

• Introduction to Epidemiology
• Analytical Epidemiology
• Patterns of Disease Occurrence
• Data Collection and Data Summarization Techniques
• Measures of Risk and Association

Module 4: Public Health Surveillance and Response

• Displaying Public Health Data (Graphs, Maps, and Digital Tools)
• Public Health Surveillance Systems
• Outbreak Investigation and Response

Target Audience

This program is designed for:

• Community development practitioners
• Health workers and volunteers
• NGO and humanitarian staff
• Public sector professionals
• Anyone interested in building a career in public health

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand key public health concepts and terminology
• Apply epidemiological methods to real-world health issues
• Conduct basic health needs assessments
• Design and implement community-based health interventions
• Analyze and present public health data effectively
• Respond to public health emergencies and outbreaks

Mode of Delivery

• Fully Online

• Self-paced and flexible to fit your schedule

• Downloadable materials and tutor support included

📝 How to Apply

1. Request and complete the application form

2. Email your form to: info@humanitarianstudies.org

3. Reach out on WhatsApp: +254 782 755 754 for any assistance