Public Health Administration (PHA-C) (C011)
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Course Overview
The Professional Certificate in Public Health (PCPH) provides foundational and practical knowledge in public health systems, disease prevention, community health promotion, and health program coordination. The programme equips participants with essential skills to support public health initiatives in community, governmental, and non-governmental settings.
The course emphasizes epidemiology basics, health education, disease surveillance, environmental health awareness, and primary healthcare systems. Participants gain practical insight into improving population health outcomes through evidence-based interventions and community engagement strategies.
Course Duration
3–6 Months (Flexible Online Learning)
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following:
• Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) / High School Diploma or equivalent
• National Diploma (ND), NCE, or equivalent qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Relevant experience in healthcare, community work, or public service (advantage but not mandatory)
Additional Requirements:
• Completed application form
• Valid identification
• Basic proficiency in English
• Access to an internet-enabled device (programme delivered fully online)
Target Audience
This programme is suitable for:
• Community health workers
• NGO health volunteers
• Health officers and assistants
• Public sector health personnel
• Social workers
• Individuals interested in public health careers
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
• Understand foundational concepts of public health and epidemiology
• Support disease prevention and health promotion programs
• Analyze basic public health data and indicators
• Participate in community health needs assessments
• Assist in planning and implementing public health interventions
• Promote health awareness and behavioral change initiatives
• Support monitoring and reporting of public health programs
Career Pathways
Graduates may pursue roles such as:
• Public Health Assistant
• Community Health Coordinator
• Disease Prevention Officer (Entry Level)
• Health Promotion Officer
• NGO Health Program Assistant
• Public Health Support Officer
Course Modules
1. Introduction to Public Health
2. Fundamentals of Epidemiology
3. Disease Prevention and Control
4. Community Health Systems
5. Health Promotion and Education
6. Environmental Health Principles
7. Public Health Policy and Governance Basics
8. Monitoring and Evaluation in Public Health
9. Data Collection and Basic Health Statistics
10. Emergency Preparedness and Response
11. Ethics in Public Health Practice
12. Capstone Practical Assignment