Full course description
Description
This training explores the global shortage of health workers and the critical role of human resource development in public health. Key topics include the World Health Organization's "Workforce 2030" strategy, relevant Sustainable Development Goals, and innovative models such as the Peoples-uni online global learning initiative. The session highlights the importance of building health workforce capacity to meet global healthcare demands, particularly in low-income and developing regions.
Target Audience
This training is designed for public health professionals, policymakers, educators, and students interested in global health workforce strategies and sustainable development goals.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Identify the challenges associated with the global shortage of health workers.
- Explain the objectives of the WHO Global Strategy on Human Resources for Health: Workforce 2030.
- Describe the relevance of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 3 and SDG 4) to public health workforce development.
- Evaluate innovative solutions, such as the Peoples-uni online global learning model, for addressing workforce gaps.