Postgraduate certificate Disease Prevention in Public Health

Disease Prevention in Public Health is a fundamental pillar in promoting the wellbeing of the population. According to a report published by the World Health Organization, chronic non-communicable diseases account for approximately 71% of all deaths globally. In this context, pharmacists play a key role in this area, as they are responsible for promoting health and dispensing medicines responsibly. Therefore, professionals need to update their knowledge frequently in order to adapt their practices to the challenges of disease prevention. In view of this, TECH implements an innovative 100% online program dedicated to Epidemiology and Disease Prevention.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

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The world's largest faculty of pharmacy”

Introduction to the Program

Gracias a Este Postgraduate certificate 100% online, diseñarás e implementarás programas efectivos para prevenir enfermedades en la comunidad”

Los farmacéuticos desempeñan un papel fundamental en la Disease Prevention in Public Health, al prevenir enfermedades a través de la educación, el asesoramiento y la dispensación de medicamentos. En este sentido, dichos profesionales tienen el cometido de llevar a cabo programas destinados a fomentar hábitos de vida saludables y educar a la comunidad sobre medidas preventivas para evitar diversas enfermedades. Para brindar servicios de elevada calidad, es necesario que los farmacéuticos dispongan de un amplio conocimiento sobre la epidemiología
de las patologías y sus medidas de prevención.

En este escenario, TECH presenta un revolucionario programa en Disease Prevention in Public Health. Concebido por expertos en esta materia, el itinerario académico se focalizará en el análisis de los factores de riesgo de una amplia gama de afecciones, entre las que destacan las patologías emergentes o las enfermedades raras. Esto permitirá a los egresados obtener destrezas avanzadas para analizar el estado de salud de la población. A su vez, el temario profundizará en la utilidad de las vacunas en la prevención de enfermedades infecciosas inmunoprevenibles. De este modo, los farmacéuticos incorporarán a su praxis las estrategias más innovadoras para promover la vacunación y concienciar a los ciudadanos sobre su relevancia.

Por otra parte, este plan de estudios se imparte mediante una modalidad 100% online, que permite a los farmacéuticos planificar sus propios horarios de estudio para experimentar una puesta al día completamente eficiente. Además, los profesionales disfrutarán de una gran variedad de recursos multimedia destinados a fomentar una enseñanza dinámica y natural. Para acceder al Campus Virtual, lo único que necesitarán los egresados es un dispositivo con acceso a Internet (sirviendo incluso su propio móvil). En esta misma línea, los egresados contarán con el apoyo de un experimentado equipo docente, que resolverá todas las dudas que les puedan surgir durante su itinerario académico.

La importancia actual de la Prevención de Enfermedades en Salud Pública convierte a esta titulación en una apuesta asegura, con un mercado en continuo crecimiento”

Este Postgraduate certificate en Disease Prevention in Public Health contiene el programa científico más completo y actualizado del mercado. Sus características más destacadas son:

El desarrollo de casos prácticos presentados por expertos en Salud Pública y Gestión de la Salud
Los contenidos gráficos, esquemáticos y eminentemente prácticos con los que está concebido recogen una información científica y práctica sobre aquellas disciplinas indispensables para el ejercicio profesional
Los ejercicios prácticos donde realizar el proceso de autoevaluación para mejorar el aprendizaje
Su especial hincapié en metodologías innovadoras
Las lecciones teóricas, preguntas al experto, foros de discusión de temas controvertidos y trabajos de reflexión individual
La disponibilidad de acceso a los contenidos desde cualquier dispositivo fijo o portátil con conexión a internet

Profundizarás en las medidas más sofisticadas para prevenir la Enfermedad Meningocócica y Zoonosis”

El programa incluye en su cuadro docente a profesionales del sector que vierten en esta capacitación la experiencia de su trabajo, además de reconocidos especialistas de sociedades de referencia y universidades de prestigio.

Su contenido multimedia, elaborado con la última tecnología educativa, permitirá al profesional un aprendizaje situado y contextual, es decir, un entorno simulado que proporcionará una capacitación inmersiva programada para entrenarse ante situaciones reales.

El diseño de este programa se centra en el Aprendizaje Basado en Problemas, mediante el cual el profesional deberá tratar de resolver las distintas situaciones de práctica profesional que se le planteen a lo largo del curso académico. Para ello, contará con la ayuda de un novedoso sistema de vídeo interactivo realizado por reconocidos expertos.

¿Buscas especializarte en la detección de patologías raras y cribado neonatal? Lógralo con este programa"

Aprovecha todos los beneficios de la metodología Relearning de TECH, la cual te permitirá organizar tu tiempo y ritmo de estudio"

Syllabus

Through this university program, pharmacists will excel in their solid understanding of the principles of Disease Prevention in Public Health.

To this end, the curriculum will analyze the epidemiology of cancer, taking into account factors such as risk factors and legislative measures. In this regard, the syllabus will delve into the detection of rare diseases, cardiovascular conditions and even communicable pathologies. As a result, graduates will acquire the skills to detect risk factors and patterns of conditions.

In addition, the program will provide pharmacists with the most innovative techniques to promote vaccination in the community.

You will adopt in your practice as a pharmacist the most innovative approaches to disease prevention, including the promotion of healthy lifestyles"

Module 1. Epidemiology and Prevention of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases

1.1. Epidemiology of Cancer: Risk Factors and Prevention Primary

1.1.1. Descriptive Epidemiology: Incidence, Mortality and Data Sources
1.1.2. Cancer Risk Factors: Environmental and Occupational
1.1.3. Other Factors: Ultraviolet Light, Infections, Radiations

1.2. Risk Factors and Primary Prevention of Cancer: Lifestyle and Screening

1.2.1. Primary Prevention. Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies
1.2.2. Legislative Measures
1.2.3. Secondary Prevention

1.3. Biological Mechanisms of Cardiovascular Diseases. Estimation of Cardiovascular Risk and Population Prevention

1.3.1. Ischemic Heart Disease and Stroke
1.3.2. Epidemiological Indicators
1.3.3. Classification of Cardiovascular Risk
1.3.4. Prevention and Control of Cardiovascular Diseases

1.4. Detection of Rare Diseases and Neonatal Screening

1.4.1. Rare Diseases
1.4.2. Newborn Screening Programs
1.4.3. Neonatal Screening for Congenital Metabolic and Endocrinologic Diseases

1.5. Comprehensive Approach to Chronic Disease Prevention for Healthy and Sustainable Aging

1.5.1. Healthy Aging
1.5.2. Active Aging
1.5.3. Integrated Prevention

1.6. Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases: Epidemiological Surveillance Systems and Notifiable Diseases Systems

1.6.1. Causative Agents
1.6.2. Time Periods
1.6.3. Transmission
1.6.4. Host and Susceptible Population
1.6.5. Epidemiological Surveillance Systems

1.7. Utility of Vaccines in the Prevention of Immuno-Preventable Infectious Diseases

1.7.1. Analysis of the Importance of Vaccination in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases at the Individual and Community Levels
1.7.2. Evolution of Vaccines: Types of Vaccines Currently Available
1.7.3. Mechanisms of Action of Vaccines and Their Impact on the Immune System
1.7.4. Efficacy and Safety of Vaccines in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases
1.7.5. Importance of Vaccination in Risk Groups and in the Prevention of Epidemics
1.7.6. Logistics and Vaccination Programs at the International Level
1.7.7. Economic and Social Impact of Vaccination in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases
1.7.8. Research and Analysis of Barriers and Challenges in the Implementation of Vaccination Programs
1.7.9. Strategies and Measures to Promote Vaccination and Raise Public Awareness of its Importance
1.7.10. Evaluation and Critical Analysis of the Scientific Literature Related to Vaccines and their Usefulness in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases

1.8. Emerging Diseases. Epidemic Outbreaks

1.8.1. Factors Favoring Emerging Diseases
1.8.2. New Agents and Diseases
1.8.3. International Health Regulations (IHR)
1.8.4. Epidemic Outbreaks. Study, Control and Measures: Chemoprophylaxis, Immunoglobulins and Vaccines.

1.9. Viral Hepatitis, HIV infection, AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Tuberculosis

1.9.1. Hepatitis A: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.2. Hepatitis B: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.3. Other Viral Hepatitis: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.4. HIV: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.5. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Etiology, Epidemiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.6. Tuberculosis: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures

1.10. Meningococcal Disease (MD) and Zoonosis: Epidemiology. Prevention and Control

1.10.1. Epidemiology of Meningococcal Disease
1.10.2. Prevention and Control of Meningococcal Disease
1.10.3. Epidemiology of Zoonoses
1.10.4. Prevention and Control of Zoonoses

With the most highly valued study methods in online teaching, this Postgraduate Certificate will allow you to make unstoppable progress in your professional growth pharmacist. Enroll now!”

Postgraduate Certificate in Disease Prevention in Public Health

This Postgraduate Certificate in Disease Prevention in Public Health created by TECH Global University is a high-quality educational program designed to qualify professionals in the health sector and related areas in the most effective strategies and practices to prevent and control diseases in populations. Throughout the program, taught 100% online, you will explore the fundamentals of disease prevention, including the epidemiology of infectious and chronic diseases, risk or protective factors, and intervention and health promotion strategies. In addition, emerging topics such as global health, antimicrobial resistance, and disease prevention in health crisis settings will be addressed. One of the highlights of this course is its practical and applied approach. You will have the opportunity to learn how to design and evaluate disease prevention programs, use epidemiological analysis tools to identify disease trends or patterns, and collaborate with communities and health authorities to implement effective interventions.

Become a specialist in disease prevention in public health

The 100% online format allows you to access the content from anywhere and at any time, adapting your learning to your schedule and work responsibilities. This facilitates a flexible and personalized learning experience, with access to interactive educational resources and discussion forums that encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing among participants. The course faculty is composed of experts in public health and disease prevention, who bring a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field. So, you will receive continuous guidance and support throughout the course, ensuring an enriching and stimulating learning experience. Upon completion, you will be prepared to perform in key roles within health organizations, government agencies, NGOs and international organizations. You will be able to design and implement disease prevention strategies, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and contribute to improving the health and well-being of communities. Ultimately, this program will give you the tools you need to meet current and future challenges in disease prevention and control at local, national and international levels. Enroll now!