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Course

Assessing Health Impact

Self-paced
5 credits

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Description

This training focuses on Health Impact Assessment (HIA) and the vital role Community Health Workers (CHWs) play in promoting community well-being. It provides a step-by-step guide to understanding HIA methodologies, assessing health impacts, engaging stakeholders, and shaping policies to promote health equity.

Target Audience

This training video will be helpful to public health students, individuals interested in public policy or social services, and anyone committed to supporting community health and equity. It is not specifically intended for doctors or nurses.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Define Health Impact Assessment (HIA) and explain its importance.
  2. Identify the steps involved in conducting an HIA, including scoping, assessing impacts, and making recommendations.
  3. Apply HIA methodologies to real-world scenarios to evaluate the health implications of policies and projects.
  4. Engage stakeholders and communicate findings effectively to drive positive community health outcomes.

 

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