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CourseraFoundations of Global Health
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The Building Blocks of Global Health Work
Johns Hopkins University built this beginner specialization around the foundational systems of global and public health, health policy, community health, and the disparities that shape who gets care and who doesn't around the world.
Who it's for
Anyone interested in humanitarian, public health, or global development work, including those without a clinical background who need to understand health systems, policy, and pharmaceuticals access.
What you'll take away
- How health systems, policy, and governance function globally
- Community health, advocacy, and health disparities
- Systems thinking applied to public health administration
- The role of training programs and education in health outcomes
With over 22,000 learners, it's a solid, beginner-level entry point into global health for people planning careers in humanitarian program work.
About this course
Offered by Johns Hopkins University. Build skills to improve health & save lives. Learn foundational building blocks of humanitarian program ... Enroll for free.
Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Primary Care, Advocacy, Education and Training, Community Health, Health Policy, Governance, Pharmaceuticals, Public Health, Training Programs, Systems Thinking, Health Disparities, Community Organizing, Health Care, Health Administration.
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