Essentials of Global Health Leadership, Policy, and Practice for the Healthcare Professional

2 Credits.

This comprehensive 1-week synchronous (plus asynchronous activities) course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to lead, influence policy, and practice effectively in the field of global health. Through a combination of lectures, interactive workshops, case studies, and group discussions, participants will explore key concepts and current trends in global health, understand the social, economic, and environmental determinants of health, and examine the structures and functions of global health systems. The course will cover strategic program planning, implementation, and evaluation of health interventions, with a focus on building resilient health systems and engaging communities. Additionally, students will delve into disaster preparedness, environmental triage, and psychological first aid. The final day will highlight innovations, funding mechanisms, and sustainability in global health, preparing students to secure and manage resources for impactful global health projects. This course integrates key competencies from the Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) toolkit, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Competency and Outcomes Framework for Universal Health Coverage, and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials: Competencies for Professional Nursing Education By the end of the course, healthcare professionals will have a deeper understanding of global health leadership, policy development, and practice, empowering them to drive positive health outcomes in diverse settings.