Date Developed: Unknown. Source: South Central Public Health Partnership. Presenter(s): Linda Usdin, PhD. Type: Online Course Video. Level: Introductory. Length: 30 minutes.
This module introduces and provides an introduction to the “Community Partnerships and Perspectives” series, focusing on concepts and skills necessary for working with communities to improve public health. Participants learn about the differing perspectives of the definition of “community,” and methods available to analyze community dynamics. Course exercises and a workbook are available.
• Discuss current factors and trends influencing health and public health practice.
• Define community from the perspective of insiders and outsiders.
• Understand ways of analyzing community dynamics.
• Discuss innovating means of approaching public health practitioners.
Registration is required.