Implementation Science Foundations in Theory and Methods

Catalog description

This 1-course unit course presents an introduction to the theoretical and methodological foundations in implementation science with a focus on health equity. This course will provide opportunities for learners to apply implementation science theory, methods, and principles to the field of epidemiology and for methods used in epidemiology to be applied to implementation science. Students will critically engage with the historical foundations of implementation science as well as recent innovations. The course will introduce the primary theories of implementation science and take a critical lens to the ways in which this theoretical foundation promotes equitable implementation. The course will also introduce current qualitative and quantitative methods used in implementation science. Learners will have the opportunity to critically apply theories and methodologies originating from epidemiology and other fields to topics in implementation science. Prerequisite: Instructor permission; a basic understanding of the scientific process and study design.