Institution: New York and New Jersey Public Health Training Center
Course Description: This two-part course uses the metaphor of a new worker orientation (computer-based) to present information. By reading e-mails, completing assigned tasks, and participating in simulated desktop conferences, the learner discovers that public health is very much a part of everyday life, and learns how many different agencies work to carry out its mission. Part one of the course introduces the mission and six obligations of public health. Part two of the course explains the Ten Essential Services of public health.
Prerequisites: None.
Target Audience: Information professionals, public health professionals, administrative and support staff
Resource Format: Online course
Time Requirement: 2 hours
More Information: More information is available at
http://www.nynj-phtc.org/orientation/home/oph-login.cfm [1] or by contacting Kate Collier at klc2129@columbia.edu [2] or (212) 305-6984.
Links
[1] http://www.nynj-phtc.org/orientation/home/oph-login.cfm
[2] mailto:klc2129@columbia.edu?subject=Orientation%20to%20Public%20Health