Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings
This course focuses on tools and techniques and how to use them in public health settings.
Beginner
Online
3 Weeks
1,699 INR Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
This course focuses on involving patients and the general public in research and programme development. Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings certification course will teach you the tools like stakeholder mapping and requirements analysis which may be used for public programme research, along with a critical and convincing narrative to support the approach.
Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings training is the second course out of the three courses provided under the Participatory Approaches in Public Health Specialization. It is offered by Imperial College London in partnership with Coursera. It is a 25 hours beginner-friendly course that is conducted in online mode. Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings online course is taught by public health experts.
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The Highlights
- 100% Online
- Shareable Certificate
- 10-Hour Long Course
- Beginner Level Course
Programme Offerings
- Imperial College London Certificate
- Unlimited Access To Course
- Hands-on project
- Graded Programming Assignments
- Self-paced learning
- Financial aid available
- 14-Day Refund Policy
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Imperial College, LondonCoursera |
Fee Structure :
Course Duration | Estimated Study Time | Fees/Month | Amount |
1 Month | 20 hours/week | Rs. 4,117/month | Rs. 1,699 |
3 Months | 7 hours/week | Rs. 2,745/month | Rs. 1,166 |
6 Months | 3 hours/week | Rs.2,059/month | Rs. 867 |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details
You will be given Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings certification by Coursera only after finishing the required coursework and passing a few quizzes.
What you will learn
After completing the Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings certification syllabus students will get an understanding of the need for reciprocity between those providing and receiving healthcare, as well as between those conducting and engaging in research. They will also learn how to critically assess the dynamics of power that exist across interdisciplinary stakeholders. Additionally, they will learn how to choose and assess various participatory methodologies in order to use them in research and/or public health projects.
Who it is for
This course is intended for those in diverse public health jobs who want to improve their knowledge and abilities in community engagement and encourage active involvement in health programmes. It serves professionals in the field of healthcare like:
- social workers
- programme coordinators
- teachers
- health officers
- researchers
Admission Details
Join the Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings classes through the following steps:
Step 1: Browse the official URL
https://www.coursera.org/learn/applying-participatory-approaches-in-public-health-settings
Step 2: Click the enroll now button on the website.
Step 3: Select the duration of the course and make the payment.
Step 4: After receiving a confirmation mail the students can start taking the classes.
Application Details
To join the Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings certification course one can visit the official website, log in with the registered email id and pay enrollment fees.
The Syllabus
Videos
- Views on Participatory Approaches to Public Health
- Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Practices
- Defining the Problem Using Participation: Involving Women in a Pregnancy Vaccination Project
Readings
- About Imperial College London
- Meet the Participatory Approaches Team
- How to Be Successful in this Course
- Grading Policy
- Glossary
- Course 2: Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings
- Introduction: Views on Participatory Approaches to Public Health
- Using Participatory Approaches to Define a Public Health Problem
- Case study: 'MatImms' – A Maternal Immunisation Smartphone App
- Defining the Problem Using a Problem Tree
- Module in review
Discussion Prompts
- Nice to meet you!
- Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Practices
- Defining the Problem: Other Participatory Approaches
Videos
- Introduction to Stakeholders and Actors
- Interview With the Centre for Seldom Heard Voices
Readings
- Introduction to the Action Catalogue and Other Tools
- Who Participates? And Participation in What?
- Selecting an Approach: Instructions
- Who to Involve and How to Find Them?
- Diversity: What Are Seldom Heard Groups?
- Practical considerations for citizen involvement
- Module in review
- Model Example: Diving into Stakeholder Analysis
Peer Review
- Graded Assessment: Stakeholder Analysis
Discussion Prompt
- Choosing a Participatory Approach to Strengthen Surveillance
Plugins
- Exploring Methods of Participatory Approaches.
- Results - What are methods of participatory approaches?
- Overview of Commonly Used Tools for Participatory Appproaches
- Diving into Stakeholder Analysis
Videos
- Human Centred Design
- Creative and Arts-based Participatory Approaches
- Exploring Participatory Evaluation: Cameroon
Readings
- Using Participatory Approaches: Case Studies
- Introduction:Creative and Arts-based Participatory pproaches
- Visually-Based Participatory Approaches
- Impact of Patient Participation on Health Services Development
Discussion Prompt
- Reflecting on the Human-centred Design Approach in Adolescents 360
Plugins
- What is human-centred design?
- HCD & Arstein's Ladder
- Results: HDC & Arnstein's Ladder
Videos
- Health Education England Video on Health Protection
- Community Sensitisation
- How Can Young People Contribute to Public Health Knowledge?
Readings
- Health Protection: COVID-19
- Health Protection: Principles and Practice
- Example of a Health Protection Strategy
- Reflecting on the Participatory Approaches Used for Community Sensitisation Projects
- Peer Research As a Tool
- Further Examples of Peer Research
- Module in review
Quiz
- Health Protection Strategy: What Did You Find Out?
Discussion Prompts
- Challenges to Health Protection
- The Importance of Re-considering Social and Cultural Factors
Plugin
- Health Protection: Principles and Practice in the Covid-19 Pandemic
Videos
- Challenges of Participatory Approaches
- Challenges of Co-production: 'Hearing Birdsong' Project
Readings
- Introduction: Challenges of Participatory Approaches
- More on the Challenges
- Introduction: Challenges of Co-production
- Challenges of Participatory Action Research (PAR)
- Course 2 in Review: Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings
- Model Answer: Addressing Antibiotic Resistance
Quiz
- Analysis of the challenges faced in the 'Hearing Birdsong' Project
Peer Review
- Graded Assessment: Antibiotic Resistance
Discussion Prompts
- Reflection on the Challenges
- Challenges in Evaluation
Plugins
- Reflection on the Challenges
- Results: Reflection on the Challenges
- SUGGEST REMOVING THIS ACTIVITY FROM MOOC/COHORT 2 - Challenges (Info)
- How would you resolve the challenges?
Instructors
Imperial College, London Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
There are 5 topics covered in this course which include video lectures, readings, and practice exercises.
The time taken for completing this course will be approximately 10 hours.
There is financial aid available for the ones who are unable to pay the enrolment fees.
No, it is not necessary as anybody can pursue this course.
Yes, this course provides a self-paced learning experience, and a duration of 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months of learning period is provided under this course.