Public Health Professional Development

Catalog description

This course provides public health students with the professional skills necessary to be successful in their internship and future career (or post-baccalaureate education) within the field of public health. Through guided activities and case studies, students will learn about their strengths and weaknesses in terms of building and establishing collaborations, understand their implicit biases and how that can influence their interactions and decision-making in the workplace, and learn and apply effective communication skills within the context of technology, problem solving, decision making, and relationship building. In addition, students will develop professional tools such as resumes, cover letters, and digital profiles, including best practices for engaging in social media platforms. Through this applied, practical course, students will gain the necessary proficiencies and awareness to secure an internship and be successful in different public health career settings and contexts.