Assignment For Public Health Capstone

Two Program Learning Outcomes

1. Critically examine the role of public health in protecting and promoting the health of populations locally and globally

 

2. Identify ways in which technology can be used to improve the health of populations as well as the practice of public health

Then explain how you met these outcomes, and reflect on specific activities or assignments that helped you achieve these outcomes. (Reflect on the public health courses studied at Walden University that address those two Program Learning Outcomes)

 

Finally, explain how meeting these outcomes will help you practice within the field of public health and in your desired career position.

Learning Outcomes for BSPH

Graduates of this program will be prepared to:

1. Explain the historical development and contemporary context of public health, including the infrastructure and organization of public health systems

1. Critically examine the role of public health in protecting and promoting the health of populations locally and globally

1. Analyze social, political, and economical issues, which impact public health and healthcare delivery systems within and outside of the United States

1. Explain the biological effects of infectious and chronic disease on the human body as well as basic epidemiological principles used to study patterns of disease and injury among diverse populations

1. Interpret research relating to public health

1. Analyze how social, behavioral, cultural, and environmental factors impact the health status of individuals and populations

1. Apply basic principles related to program planning, health finance, and program evaluation, which are used to develop and implement effective public health programs and services for populations

1. Identify ways in which technology can be used to improve the health of populations as well as the practice of public health

1. Analyze legal, regulatory, and ethical issues that impact public health practice

1. Articulate how public health policy is developed and how individuals and groups influence policy change

1. Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills necessary for addressing contemporary global public health issues

Learning Resources

Required Readings

Review the following public health websites in preparation for this week’s Capstone Project milestone:

 

Association for Prevention Teaching and Research . (2007). Resources. Retrieved from http://www.aptrweb.org/?page=Resources

 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/

 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a federal agency dedicated to promoting health and preventing disease.

 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2012). Healthy people 2020. Retrieved from http://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/default.aspx

 

This website includes the publication Healthy People 2020 and includes a description of health indicators and explanations of good practice for health care providers and consumers.

 

World Health Organization . (2012). Retrieved from http://www.who.int/en/

 

The World Health Organization is the primary international health organization in the world.

 

 

Required Media

 

Center for Disease Control and Prevention. (2008). Preparing students to be good and healthy citizens in the 21st century [Podcast]. Retrieved from http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/player.asp?f=8696

 

Optional Resources

 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute. (2005). Theory at a glance: A guide for health promotion. Retrieved from http://www.sbccimplementationkits.org/demandrmnch/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Theory-at-a-Glance-A-Guide-For-Health-Promotion-Practice.pdf

 PUBH 1000: Foundations in Public Health

Week 1

Required Resources

Media

 

• Interactive Media: Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2011). Important events in public health history. Baltimore, MD: Author.

1. Interactive Media: Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2011). Public health core disciplines and the BSPH program. Baltimore, MD: Author.

 

 

Readings

 

• Course Text: Turnock, B. J. (2012). Essentials of public health (2nd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett.

 

1. Chapter 1, “What Is Public Health?”

 

1. Chapter 6, “The Public Health Workforce”

 

• PowerPoint: Essentials of Public Health

 

1. Chapter 1 PowerPoint

 

1. Chapter 6 PowerPoint

 

 

0. Document: Walden University Bachelor of Science in Public Health Vision, Mission, and Program Level Learning Outcomes

 

1. Article: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2008). Ten great public health achievements in the 20th century .. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/about/history/tengpha.htm

 

0. Article: What is public health? (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.whatispublichealth.org/what/index.html

 

 

 

 

Web Resources

 

1. American Public Health Association. (2011). Past and future annual meetings. Retrieved from http://www.apha.org/meetings/pastfuture/

 

1. Walden University. (2011). B.S. in public health: Concentrations. Retrieved from http://www.waldenu.edu/Degree-Programs/Bachelors/4120.htm

 

 

Websites

 

1. American Public Health Association. (2011). Retrieved from http://www.apha.org/

Optional Resources

Media

 

1. Interactive Media: University of Minnesota. (2004). Outbreak at Watersedge: A public health discovery game. Retrieved from http://www.mclph.umn.edu/watersedge/

 

Readings

 

1. Article: DeBuono, B. A., & Tilson, H. (Eds). (2002). Advancing healthy populations: The Pfizer guide to careers in public health. Retrieved from http://www.pfizerfellowships.com/books/CareersInPublicHealth/HTML/index.html

 

1. Article: NOVA. (n.d.). The most dangerous woman in America. Retrieved from http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/typhoid/

 

 

 

Project: Capstone Project: Week 1 Milestone—Topic Selection

Capstone Project Overview

The Capstone Project is your opportunity to synthesize the Program Learning Outcomes and demonstrate your mastery of your program of study. This Capstone Project challenges you to integrate ideas presented in all your previous courses. The Capstone Project should also push you beyond the boundaries of your prior work. You creatively explore and apply the knowledge and experiences gained from your core courses and electives, websites, and additional readings and research. Blending these experiences and resources helps you in completing a Literature Review and a final Capstone Project Presentation relating to a pressing public health issue.

In Weeks 1–5, you have Capstone milestones to complete. Each of these milestones contributes to your Literature Review and Capstone Project Presentation. Please note that this process is iterative and requires revision and refinement as you move from the beginning to the conclusion of your Capstone Project. To assist you in this process, please refer to the “Capstone Project Guide” located within the Program of Study link in the left navigation bar. This document provides an overview of the weekly milestones as well as technical details important for completion of your Capstone Project Presentation. You are strongly encouraged to plan ahead for the completion of your Capstone Project Presentation in Week 5.

For this week’s Capstone milestone you focus on selecting a topic for your Capstone Project.

Week 1 Capstone Milestone—Topic Selection

For your Capstone milestone this week, you develop a public health topic for the Capstone Project that synthesizes Program Learning Outcomes from your program of study. The topic for the project, as well as your rationale, should be personally tailored to suit your unique perspective and the area of public health you may pursue further as a career or research interest.

To prepare for this Capstone Project milestone:

· Review your Program Learning Outcomes document (located in the Program of Study link in the left navigation bar).

· Review the Capstone Project Guide (located in the Program of Study link in the left navigation bar).

· Review this week’s Learning Resources. Think about the possible topics that you may find interesting that you have studied throughout your program. You are encouraged to review the Program Resource List (located in the Program of Study link in the left navigation bar).

Assignment (1–2 paragraphs)

To complete this milestone, summarize the topic of your Capstone Project, and provide a rationale for your selection. Also include your project’s title. Instructor guidance and feedback on your topic is provided.

Be sure to support your work with specific citations from this week’s Learning Resources and additional scholarly sources as appropriate. Refer to the Essential Guide to APA Style for Walden Students to ensure that your in-text citations and reference list are correct.