Improving the Health of Women, Children and Adolescents: from Evidence to Action

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Brief Introduction

Consider the latest data, priorities and debates about the health of mothers, children and adolescents in this free online course.

Course Summary

Learn about the health issues faced by women and children globally, and how you can make a difference.

Key Learning Points

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the global health challenges faced by women and children
  • Explore the key determinants of maternal and child health
  • Learn about the interventions and strategies that can improve health outcomes for women and children

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the key global health issues faced by women and children
  • Identify the determinants of maternal and child health
  • Learn about the interventions and strategies that can improve health outcomes for women and children

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Interest in global health issues
  • Basic understanding of public health concepts

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Case studies
  • Interactive quizzes

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  • Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview
  • Maternal and Child Nutrition
  • Global Health and Humanitarianism

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Requirements

  • This course is designed for healthcare professionals or anyone working in a health organisation; undergraduate students taking a healthcare or science-related degree; medical students and postgraduates wishing to complement their studies; and anyone else with an interest in learning about the health of women, children and adolescents.

Knowledge

  • The health of adolescents and young peopleReproductive health and what it means to make every birth wantedThe health of women during pregnancy, whilst giving birth and during the postnatal periodNewborns and stillbirths in the global health agendaThe health of children and the progress made to reduce their mortality.

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how to improve the health and wellbeing of women and children around the world. This course covers topics ranging from reproductive health to child development and has received positive reviews from learners.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course content is informative and well-structured, covering a wide range of topics related to women's and children's health.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Course material is well-organized and easy to follow
  • Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
  • Opportunities for discussion and collaboration with other learners
  • Certificate of completion provided at the end of the course

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some learners found the course to be too basic and lacking in depth
  • The workload can be heavy at times
  • Not all topics are relevant to every learner's interests or needs
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Joy Lawn
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
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