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Social and Behavioral Health

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87 credits

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Description

This training explores the significance of cultural competence in evaluation and key behavioral science theories applied in public health. Participants will learn how cultural awareness and the use of evidence-based frameworks, like the Social Ecological Model and Social Cognitive Theory, can improve program design, implementation, and outcomes.

Target Audience

This training is designed for evaluators, public health professionals, educators, and policymakers who aim to develop culturally sensitive and theoretically informed programs to address complex health challenges.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Define cultural competence and its role in ethical, high-quality evaluations.
  2. Identify and describe key public health theories, including the Social Cognitive and Social Ecological models.
  3. Understand the application of theory-based frameworks to real-world health interventions.
  4. Recognize the importance of a transdisciplinary approach in addressing behavioral and social determinants of health.

 

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