SMP477: Health Needs Assessment, Planning and Evaluation
The Health Needs Assessment, Planning and Evaluation module is led by Robert Akparibo. It runs in the Autumn semester and is worth 15 credits.
Module description
Assessing health needs and tackling health inequalities are key aspects of public health work at the local, national and international level. This module will provide students with an understanding of the main approaches to, and methodologies for, conducting Health Needs Assessments and will equip them with an understanding of programme planning, and the monitoring and evaluation of programmes.
Objectives
By the end of the unit, a student will be able to
- explain the concepts of health need, demand and supply
- understand and identify health inequalities
- describe and apply key approaches and methods for conducting a systematic health needs assessment
- understand the key principles of health planning
- understand and devise an appropriate plan for monitoring and evaluating health programmes
- work effectively in a group setting to deliver common objectives
Teaching
This module can also be taken as part of the following courses:
This module is available Faculty-wide in any year as a DDP module
Lectures will be used to present much of core knowledge and techniques needed in the module. Tutorials will be used to enable students to look at specific concepts raised in the lectures in more detail, offering the opportunity for discussions within small groups.
Problem-solving scenarios will be used to enable students to apply the knowledge gained from the module to real-world case studies. Through this process, students will enhance their teamwork and presentation skills by working collaboratively in groups and presenting the outcomes of their group work to peers and tutors.
Fees and funding
You can find out more about fees and funding for CPD modules in the School of Medicine and Population Health at the link below. We accept sponsored as well as self-funding students.
How to apply
Find out what you need to do to apply for a CPD module in the School of Medicine and Population Health.
Contact
For more information on this module, speak to the lead academic:
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