International Health and Careers in Health
- Education
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 170 pages
- 19 units
This course provides students with factual information on global health status, regulations through IHR, countries' health orientations, and activities impeding optimal health. It explores health challenges arising from daily living, conflicts, travels, and disasters. The impact of population growth on global existence is examined, and diverse health careers for disease prevention, cure, rehabilitation, and health maintenance are presented. This equips prospective health educators with informed options and skills for impactful global health careers.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 156 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of HED437, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
HED437 · Unit 1: Concepts of International Health
The Secretariat of WHO is staffed by some 3,500 other health experts, and support staff on fixed term appointments, working at headquarters and in the six regional offices and in countries. The Organization is headed by the Director General, who is appointed by the Health Assembly on the nomination of the Executive Board (Amanze, 2010).
What you should be able to do
- Understand the principles of international health.
- Analyze the roles of international health organizations.
- Evaluate the impact of travel on global health.
- Identify major global health problems.
- Apply health regulations in international settings.
What it prepares you for
- Health Educator
- Public Health Officer
- International Aid Worker
- Global Health Consultant
- Port Health Official
- Government Health Agencies
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- International Organizations
- Travel and Tourism
- Maritime Industry
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 7:
Unit 1: International Air Travel
Understanding the specific health risks associated with different modes of transportation requires detailed knowledge of epidemiology and environmental factors.
- Module 7:
Unit 2: Sea Travel
Applying International Health Regulations (IHR) in maritime settings demands familiarity with complex legal frameworks and logistical challenges.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 68 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Concepts of International Health · 4 hours
Define international health. Distinguish international health from global and public health. Explain WHO's role as a governing body.
Unit 2: International Health Regulations (IHR) · 4 hours
Know the meaning of International Health Regulations (IHR). Explain the origin of IHR. Understand rationales for IHR enactment.
- Week 2Module 2:
Unit 1: International Health Services · 4 hours
Give an account of the origin of IHS. Understand the Aims and objectives of IHS. Explain the rationale for the IHS evolution.
- Week 3Module 2:
Unit 2: Port Health Services · 4 hours
Understand the origin of Port health Services. Explain responsibilities which the administrative set up of Port health services divisions are saddled with. Explain the objectives of a Port health office.
- Week 4Module 2:
Unit 3: Port Health Services Locations in Nigeria · 4 hours
Know the zonal locations of Port Health Services. Name the operational units and their designated Port Services..
- Week 5Module 2:
Unit 4: Port Health Services Team /Professionals · 4 hours
Name members of Port health team. Explain the roles of the members of Port health team. Understand the vision and mission of health service divisions..
- Week 6Module 3:
Unit 1: International Health Related Non-Governmental Organizations(NGOs) · 4 hours
Know the various NGOs committed to international health. Understand the NGOs Roles.
- Week 7Module 3:
Unit 2: Role of the NGOs in International Health · 4 hours
Explain the major roles of NGO in International health. Understand NGOs role in Primary Health Care. Explain the roles of some identified NGOs.
- Week 8Module 3:
Unit 3: Specific Roles of Some Prominent NGOs in International Health · 4 hours
Narrate the role of Medecins Frontieres MSF (Doctors without Borders). Understand the role of International Committee of the red Cross (ICRC). Explain the role of International Medical Corps (IMC). Narrate the role of OXFAM.
- Week 9Module 4:
Unit 1: Multilateral Organizations/Agencies · 4 hours
What does multilateral Organization mean?. Use at least 3 reasons to justify the aids they receive from Donor Agencies.
- Week 10Module 4:
Unit 2: Bilateral Organizations/Agencies · 4 hours
Understand the meaning of bilateral agencies. Know the names of the bilateral agencies. Explain the roles of the bilateral agencies.
- Week 11Module 5:
Unit 1: The International Labour Organization (ILO)'s Role in International Occupational Health · 4 hours
Know the meaning and role of International Labour Organization (ILO). Explain the factors affecting international occupational health. Explain the rationale for international occupational health.
- Week 12Module 6:
Unit 1: International Health and Population Growth (Population Expansion and Explosion) · 4 hours
Define Population and population growth. Understand the Causes of Population Expansion and Explosion. Know the Effects of Over Population. Know the Solutions to Over Population.
Unit 2: International Health Problems · 4 hours
Explain the situation of health problems globally. Know some international health problems and challenges. Understand the incubation periods and symptoms of some of the international health problems..
- Week 13Module 7:
Unit 1: International Air Travel · 4 hours
Explain Air travel. Explain the factors determining traveller's risks to infections. Narrate medical consultation before travel. Explain special group of travelers.
Unit 2: Sea Travel · 4 hours
Explain sea travel. know the precautions taken if exposed to any form of communicable and non communicable disease. Explain water movements and necessary precautions in eventual emergencies.
Unit 3: Land Travels · 4 hours
Explain land travel. Understand precautions to take while on land travel. Explain treatment to be given in times of injury.
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking Modules 1-3 organizational roles
- Review IHR regulations from Module 2 weekly
- Practice case studies from Modules 4-6
- Summarize key points from travel health units (Module 7)
- Focus on career options and requirements in Module 9
Questions students ask about this course
What is HED437 about?
This course provides students with factual information on global health status, regulations through IHR, countries' health orientations, and activities impeding optimal health. It explores health challenges arising from daily living, conflicts, travels, and disasters. The impact of population growth on global existence is examined, and diverse health careers for disease prevention, cure, rehabilitation, and health maintenance are presented. This equips prospective health educators with informed options and skills for impactful global health careers.
How many units does HED437 have?
HED437, International Health and Careers in Health, has 19 units across 9 modules, over 170 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is HED437?
HED437 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Education.
Is HED437 hard?
HED437 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does HED437 take to study?
About 156 hours of study, spread across its 19 units.
How is HED437 assessed?
HED437 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with HED437?
Health Educator, Public Health Officer, International Aid Worker, Global Health Consultant and Port Health Official.