Public Health Practicum Manual
- Health Sciences
- 800 level
- 4 credit units
- 18 pages
- 3 units
This course provides students with hands-on experience in public health practice. It guides students through the practicum, offering opportunities to apply public health concepts and theories learned in coursework to real-world settings. The practicum enhances learning related to public health competencies and involves partnerships with health agencies, communities, and organizations. Students will participate in ongoing interventions, conduct health systems research, and produce reports based on their practical experiences.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 120 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Weekly documented activities
- Field work grading
- Practicum report
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PHS823, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PHS823 · UNIT 1 THE CONCEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICUM
The Practicum is aimed at giving the students the opportunity to participate in on-going intervention programs and activities at the Local Government, the community and health facility levels. The students are to produce reports on health systems research based on their experiences at different levels of activities.
What you should be able to do
- Apply public health concepts in practical settings
- Demonstrate ethical and professional conduct
- Plan and implement community health interventions
- Document practicum activities effectively
- Understand the roles of various stakeholders
- Develop clear and measurable practicum objectives
- Apply evidence-based practice to public health
What it prepares you for
- Public Health Officer
- Health Program Coordinator
- Community Health Worker
- Health Educator
- Research Assistant
- Healthcare
- Government Agencies
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Community Health Services
- Research Institutions
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- UNIT 2 CONDUCT OF THE PRACTICUM
Unit 2: Conduct of the Practicum
Planning and executing community health intervention programs require practical application of theoretical knowledge and involve navigating complex community dynamics.
- Unit 3. ROLES OF STAKEHOLDERS
Unit 3: Roles of Stakeholders
Effectively coordinating and communicating with various stakeholders (university, organization, preceptor) demands strong interpersonal and communication skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 51 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1UNIT 1 THE CONCEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICUM
Unit 1: The Concept of Public Health Practicum · 3 hours
Understand the concept of public health practicum.. Learn about ethical and professional conduct.. Identify the aims and objectives of the practicum..
- Week 2UNIT 2 CONDUCT OF THE PRACTICUM
Unit 2: Conduct of the Practicum · 3 hours
Review prerequisites for the practicum.. Learn how to identify an organization and secure placement.. Understand the process for changing practicum areas if needed..
- Week 3UNIT 2 CONDUCT OF THE PRACTICUM
Unit 2: Conduct of the Practicum · 3 hours
Learn about planning and implementation of practicum activities.. Understand the importance of documentation.. Learn about the final report and deliverables..
- Week 4UNIT 2 CONDUCT OF THE PRACTICUM
Unit 2: Conduct of the Practicum · 3 hours
Understand the grading system for the practicum.. Review the conclusion and summary of the practicum conduct..
- Week 5Unit 3. ROLES OF STAKEHOLDERS
Unit 3: Roles of Stakeholders · 3 hours
Identify the roles of the National Open University of Nigeria in the practicum.. Understand the responsibilities of the practicum placement organization..
- Week 6Unit 3. ROLES OF STAKEHOLDERS
Unit 3: Roles of Stakeholders · 3 hours
Learn about the role and responsibilities of the preceptor.. Understand the role and responsibilities of the student..
- Week 7Unit 3. ROLES OF STAKEHOLDERS
Unit 3: Roles of Stakeholders · 3 hours
Review the conclusion and summary of the roles of stakeholders.. Focus on understanding the ethical considerations for each stakeholder..
- Week 8UNIT 1 THE CONCEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICUM
Unit 1: The Concept of Public Health Practicum · 4 hours
Review Unit 1: The Concept of Public Health Practicum. Focus on the aims and objectives of the practicum..
- Week 9UNIT 2 CONDUCT OF THE PRACTICUM
Unit 2: Conduct of the Practicum · 4 hours
Review Unit 2: Conduct of the Practicum. Focus on the planning and implementation stages..
- Week 10Unit 3. ROLES OF STAKEHOLDERS
Unit 3: Roles of Stakeholders · 4 hours
Review Unit 3: Roles of Stakeholders. Focus on the responsibilities of the student and preceptor..
- Week 11Final Practicum Report
Final Report Preparation · 6 hours
Complete any outstanding assignments or documentation.. Prepare for the final report submission..
- Week 12Final Practicum Report
Final Report Submission · 6 hours
Finalize the practicum report.. Ensure all requirements are met..
- Week 13Final Practicum Report
Final Submission and Evaluation · 6 hours
Submit the final practicum report.. Prepare for any presentations or evaluations..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all units, focusing on the aims and objectives of the practicum.
- Create a detailed timeline of your practicum activities to ensure comprehensive documentation.
- Practice applying public health concepts to real-world scenarios.
- Prepare a concise summary of your practicum experience, highlighting key learning outcomes.
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder involved in the practicum.
Questions students ask about this course
What is PHS823 about?
This course provides students with hands-on experience in public health practice. It guides students through the practicum, offering opportunities to apply public health concepts and theories learned in coursework to real-world settings. The practicum enhances learning related to public health competencies and involves partnerships with health agencies, communities, and organizations. Students will participate in ongoing interventions, conduct health systems research, and produce reports based on their practical experiences.
How many units does PHS823 have?
PHS823, Public Health Practicum Manual, has 3 units across 1 module, over 18 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is PHS823?
PHS823 carries 4 credit units, at 800 level in Health Sciences.
Is PHS823 hard?
PHS823 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does PHS823 take to study?
About 120 hours of study, spread across its 3 units.
How is PHS823 assessed?
PHS823 is assessed by weekly documented activities, field work grading and practicum report.
What can I do with PHS823?
Public Health Officer, Health Program Coordinator, Community Health Worker, Health Educator and Research Assistant.