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Assessment and Planning in Public Health

Fall 2025 > Health Sciences > PUBH.5130 > 031

Course No: PUBH.5130-031; SIS Class Nbr: 13227; SIS Term: 3510
Course Status: Open

Course Description

This course presents methods, concepts and techniques required for the identification of resources and needs, and planning of public programs and advocacy efforts to meet those a community, state, national, and global levels. Students will engage in community assessment and planning activities based on ethical and professional principles. This course will enhance skills needed for a health education specialist.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Linnette Wong
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When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2025 Fall: Sep 03 to Dec 20
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1830
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: M.P.H. in Social and Behavioral Sciences

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