With this 100% online program, you will delve into the monitoring, promotion and protection of TECH, disease prevention, international health, information systems, communication and research"

In today's Public Health landscape, pharmacists occupy a pivotal role as a bridge between the community and healthcare services. From the promotion of vaccination to the management of medicines, these professionals play a crucial role in the protection and promotion of Public Health

In this context, this program was conceived with the purpose of providing pharmacists with specialized, comprehensive and multidisciplinary training. Therefore, through a broad and integrative perspective, the fundamentals of Public Health in the 21st century will be addressed, such as surveillance, health promotion and protection, disease prevention, foreign health management and international health. 

Likewise, this academic degree will guarantee a first class preparation in scientific and epidemiological methodology, focused on analyzing the distribution and determinants of health problems in the population, as well as on developing strategies for prevention and health control. In addition, the program will focus on the field of community health, emphasizing the reduction of inequalities through the creation of intervention and prevention programs at the community level. 

Finally, the curriculum will cover global health challenges such as communicable diseases, malnutrition and barriers to accessing health services, with special attention to vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and people with disabilities. It will also provide an update on crisis management and health emergencies, including the response to epidemics, natural disasters and acts of terrorism. 

In view of this, an online academic program of excellence has been developed to adapt to the individual needs of students and avoid the difficulties associated with traveling to a physical campus and adjusting to a predetermined schedule. Additionally, the innovative Relearning methodology has been integrated, which implies the repetition of the fundamental concepts for an effective and natural assimilation of the contents. 

You will address community health, with an emphasis on reducing inequalities through the implementation of prevention and intervention programs. What are you waiting for to enroll?" 

This Professional master’s degree in Public Health contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Development of practical case studies presented by experts in health sciences 
• The graphic, schematic and practical contents with which it is conceived provide scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will analyze the distribution and determinants of population health problems, as well as the design of prevention and health control programs, through an extensive library of multimedia resources" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to prepare for real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

You will delve into global Public Health challenges, such as communicable diseases, malnutrition and limited access to health services, with a focus on vulnerable groups. With TECHquality guarantee!"

Take advantage of this opportunity that only TECHoffers you! You will acquire up-to-date training in crisis management and health emergencies, including response to epidemics, natural disasters and terrorist acts"

The modules included in this academic degree include epidemiology and biostatistics, health policies and health systems, health management and pharmacoeconomics, as well as specific aspects of Pharmacy in the field of Public Health, such as pharmacovigilance and rational use of medicines. In addition, you will address emerging topics, such as global health, environmental health and health promotion, with a special focus on the role of the pharmacist in disease prevention and the promotion of healthy lifestyles in the community. 

You will address global health, pharmacovigilance and pharmacoeconomics, acquiring a comprehensive and up-to-date view of Public Health in a pharmaceutical context, fostering the development of critical and analytical skills" 

Module 1. Public Health in the 21st Century 

1.1. Health, a Global Public Asset 

1.1.1. Health: Concept, Limitations of Definitions and Evolution 
1.1.2. Health of the Individual, Public Health and Social Health 
1.1.3. Health in a Globalized World: Opportunities and Threats 

1.2. Health Determinants: Past, Present and Future 

1.2.1. Models: Health Field, Social Determinants, Social Determination 
1.2.2. Structural, Intermediate and Proximal Determinants 
1.2.3. Health Determinants in the 21st Century: New Perspectives 

1.3. Collaborative Culture at the International Level 

1.3.1. Structures and Institutions 
1.3.2. The Impulse of NGOs: Collaboration Channels and Weaknesses 
1.3.3. The Role of Private Actors in International Health Collaboration 

1.4. Health and Sustainable Development  

1.4.1. Agenda 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals  
1.4.2. Health beyond SDG 3  
1.4.3. One Health: One Concept, One Voice, One Policy 

1.5. New Profiles in Public Health (PH): Human Resources  

1.5.1. Data and Communication  
1.5.2. New Professional Profiles in PH: Technological, Social and Ethical  
1.5.3. Public Administrations Facing the Challenge of the New Profiles 

1.6. Current Public Health Policies 

1.6.1. Public Health Strategies 
1.6.2. Public Health and Environmental Challenges  
1.6.3. Public Health in the Information Society 

1.7. Public Health Impact Interventions  

1.7.1. Health Impact Assessment  
1.7.2. Decision Making and Prioritization of Interventions: Budgetary, Social and Ethical Aspects   
1.7.3. Success Stories 

1.8. International Public Health Projects in Endemic Areas, Outbreaks and Epidemics  

1.8.1. Health Surveillance Strategies in the 21st Century  
1.8.2. The COVID19 Pandemic: A Before and After or Just a Temporary Change?  
1.8.3. International Collaboration in this Context 

1.9. Management, Financing and Leadership in Public Health  

1.9.1. Public Health Management Models: Health Authority and Provision  
1.9.2. Agencies, Centers and Institutes 
1.9.3. Public Health Budgets: Decision Making and Management 

1.10. Legal Aspects at the International Level in the Context of Public Health  

1.10.1. International Standards  
1.10.2. Right to Health: Perspective and Comparison  
1.10.3. International Health Regulations (IHR) 

Module 2. Communication and New Technologies in Public Health 

2.1. Communication Processes: Transparency, Trust and Communication Strategies in the Mass Media in Public Health  

2.1.1. The Communication Process in Public Health  
2.1.2. Communication in Health 
2.1.3. Agents of the Communication Process 

2.2. Public Health Image, Reputation and Presence  

2.2.1. Public Health Image and Impact  
2.2.2. Reputation, Trust and Reliability. Importance in Effective Communication  
2.2.3. The Future of Public Health Image. Post-COVID 19 Scenario and Improvement Actions

2.3. Design of Effective Communication Strategies in Public Health  

2.3.1. Communication as a Tool for Public Health Policies, Programs and Interventions  
2.3.2. Reaction or Pro-action: Communication Planning  
2.3.3. Objective, Message, Channels and Agents 

2.4. Communication Channels: Analysis, Use and Evaluation in Health   

2.4.1. Analysis of Health Communication Channels  
2.4.2. Strategies and Models for the Use of the Different Channels: Segmentation, Reach and Specific Use   
2.4.3. Preliminary Assessment of the Different Channels and Assessment of Interventions 

2.5. Leadership and Communication Styles among Professionals: Coaching and Empowerment in Public Health  

2.5.1. Importance of Internal Communication. Factors, Styles and Models  
2.5.2. Training Models and Communication Empowerment between and by Health Professionals  
2.5.3. The Health Professional as the Axis of Communication: the Speaker in the White Coat and Its Particularities in Public Health 

2.6. Communication in Crisis Situations for Public Health  

2.6.1. Crisis Communication and Communication Crises  
2.6.2. Key Factors in Health Crisis Communication: Coping with Uncertainty  
2.6.3. Strategies and Agents. The Spokesperson’s Role 

2.7. RRSS Research and Strategy to Improve Accessibility to Accurate and Reliable Information. Improving Health Literacy and Increasing Participation”Dejar el espacio en blanco”

2.7.1. Health in Social Networks: Presence, Treatment, and Impact  
2.7.2. Social Networks as an Element of Knowledge and Intervention in Health  
2.7.3. Disinformation and Health Hoaxes 

2.8. Research and Use of New Technologies for the Promotion of Health, Community Development and Empowerment of Community Associations 

2.8.1. New Technologies as a Tool for Health Equity  
2.8.2. Threats and Risks of New Health Technologies  
2.8.3. Practical Application 

2.9. Quality Analysis: Contribution of New Technologies  

2.9.1. Technology Assessment: Objectives, Challenges and Tools  
2.9.2. Ethical Factors in the Application of New Technologies in Public Health  
2.9.3. Technological Acceleration: Planning in Innovation 

2.10. Development of Internet of Things Projects in Epidemiology and Public Health and Other Emerging Projects  

2.10.1. Internet of Things (IoT): Balancing Knowledge and Privacy  
2.10.2. Real-life Data and Real-time Data: Sources, Analysis, Processing, and Use for Knowledge and Decision-Making   
2.10.3. Artificial Intelligence in Public Health 

Module 3. Evaluation of Public Health Policies and Programs 

3.1. Evaluation of Public Health Policies  

3.1.1. Public Health Assessment. Historical Framework    
3.1.2. International Framework   
3.1.3. Present and Future of Public Health Assessment  

3.2. Methodological Aspects of Public Health Assessment  

3.2.1. Assessment Dimensions    
3.2.2. Assessment Objectives, Design and Procedure    
3.2.3. Qualitative and Quantitative Methods  

3.3. Health Information Systems Based on Management Indicators. Development of Indicators  

3.3.1. Information Systems Models  
3.3.2. Design and Construction of an Information System Useful for Decision-Making    
3.3.3. Future of IS: Technical, Ethical and Usability Issues  

3.4. Qualitative and Quantitative Tools in the Evaluation of Health Programs   

3.4.1. Qualitative Methods   
3.4.2. Quantitative Methods    
3.4.3. Choice, Advantages and Difficulties  

3.5. Evaluation and Critical Analysis of Health Outcomes  

3.5.1. Data: Sources, Usefulness and Ethical-Legal Factors    
3.5.2. Measurement and Analysis Models    
3.5.3. Use and Limitations of Health Outcomes  

3.6. Satisfaction of Patients, Staff, Providers, and Environment. Analysis and Improvement Cycles  

3.6.1. Dimensions of Satisfaction. Perceived Quality    
3.6.2. PROMS and PREMS. External and Internal Customer Satisfaction  
3.6.3. Improvement Cycles: PDCA, DMAIC  

3.7. Evaluation of Public Health Programs  

3.7.1. Evaluation Objectives    
3.7.2. Evaluation Models    
3.7.3. Implementation, Re-design and Measurement of PH Interventions 

3.8. Health Policy Assessment  

3.8.1. Health in All Policies    
3.8.2. Health Impact Assessment    
3.8.3. Existence or Absence of Non-Health Policies 

3.9. Health Program Studies  

3.9.1. Evaluation of Immunization Programs    
3.9.2. Screening Program Assessment    
3.9.3. Environmental Policy Evaluation 

3.10. Assessment Plan Analysis  

3.10.1. The Figure of the Evaluator    
3.10.2. Who Monitors the Monitors    
3.10.3. Evaluation Policies and Policy Evaluation 

Module 4. Public Health Monitoring 

4.1. Public Health Protection, Prevention and Surveillance: Classification, Evaluation, Management, Control and Risk Communication  

4.1.1. Health Protection and Prevention 
4.1.2. Health Surveillance and Risk Management 
4.1.3. Risk Communication. Mechanisms and Limitations 

4.2. Self-control and Surveillance Systems: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points 

4.2.1. Establishment of Preventive Protocols 
4.2.2. Risk Identification and Assessment 
4.2.3. Implementation and Follow-up. Control Points 

4.3. Research and Critical Analysis of Process and Result Indicators, Records, and Evaluation Systems Development and Innovation 

4.3.1. Research and Analysis of Indicators 
4.3.2. Recording and Evaluation for Efficient Data Management 
4.3.3. Innovation in Evaluation Systems 

4.4. Research in the Design, Implementation, and Impact Evaluation of Health Protection and Prevention Programs  

4.4.1. Mechanisms for the Design of Health Protection and Prevention Programs 
4.4.2. Implementation of Health Protection and Prevention Programs 
4.4.3. Analysis of the Impact of Health Protection and Prevention Programs 

4.5. Analysis and Interpretation of Epidemiological Data on Environmental Health: Surveillance, Estimation, Plans and Programs 

4.5.1. Importance of Environmental Health in Human Health 
4.5.2. Exploration of Environmental Epidemiological Data 
4.5.3. Practical Application of Environmental Data Analysis 

4.6. Interpretation of Epidemiological Data on Chronic Diseases and Planning: Surveillance, Estimation, Plan Design, Programs and Screening 

4.6.1. Epidemiological Analysis of Chronic Diseases. Importance of Follow-up 
4.6.2. Design and Development of Interventions for Chronic Diseases 
4.6.3. Epidemiological Surveillance and Disease Load Analysis 

4.7. Research in Primary Prevention of Chronic Diseases: Health Protection 

4.7.1. Research in Primary Prevention of Chronic Diseases 
4.7.2. Applied Research in Prevention and Health Protection 
4.7.3. Impact Evaluation and Communication of Results 

4.8. Innovation in Pharmacovigilance Monitoring and Prevention Systems: Alerts and Preventive Interventions 

4.8.1. Importance of Pharmacovigilance. Safety in the Use of Medications 
4.8.2. Advances in Pharmacovigilance Monitoring Systems 
4.8.3. Risk Prevention through Preventive Interventions 

4.9. Models of Response to Alerts, Epidemic Outbreaks and Emergencies Development of Protocols and Procedures 

4.9.1. Response Strategies for Health Emergencies 
4.9.2. Development of Crisis Management Protocols 
4.9.3. Implementation and Evaluation of Emergency Response 

4.10. International Health and Innovation in International Cooperation for Epidemiological Surveillance 

4.10.1. International Health Global Perspective on Epidemiological Surveillance 
4.10.2. Innovation in International Cooperation for Epidemiological Surveillance 
4.10.3. Challenges and Future of International Health Cooperation 

Module 5. Epidemiology and Prevention of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases 

5.1. Epidemiology of Cancer:  Risk Factors and Prevention Primary 

5.1.1. Descriptive Epidemiology: Incidence, Mortality and Data Sources 
5.1.2. Cancer Risk Factors: Environmental and Occupational  
5.1.3. Other Factors: Ultraviolet Light, Infections, Radiations 

5.2. Risk Factors and Primary Prevention of Cancer: Lifestyle and Screening  

5.2.1. Primary Prevention. Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies 
5.2.2. Legislative Measures  
5.2.3. Secondary Prevention  

5.3. Biological Mechanisms of Cardiovascular Diseases. Estimation of Cardiovascular Risk and Population Prevention”Dejar el espacio en blanco”

5.3.1. Ischemic Heart Disease and Stroke 
5.3.2. Epidemiological Indicators  
5.3.3. Classification of Cardiovascular Risk  
5.3.4. Prevention and Control of Cardiovascular Diseases 

5.4. Detection of Rare Diseases and Neonatal Screening 

5.4.1. Rare Diseases 
5.4.2. Newborn Screening Programs 
5.4.3. Neonatal Screening for Congenital Metabolic and Endocrinologic Diseases 

5.5. Comprehensive Approach to Chronic Disease Prevention for Healthy and Sustainable Aging 

5.5.1. Healthy Aging 
5.5.2. Active Aging 
5.5.3. Integrated Prevention 

5.6. Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases: Epidemiological Surveillance Systems and Notifiable Diseases Systems 

5.6.1. Causative Agents  
5.6.2. Time Periods  
5.6.3. Transmission  
5.6.4. Host and Susceptible Population  
5.6.5. Epidemiological Surveillance Systems 

5.7. Utility of Vaccines in the Prevention of Immuno-Preventable Infectious Diseases 

5.7.1. Analysis of the Importance of Vaccination in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases at the Individual and Community Levels 
5.7.2. Evolution of Vaccines:  Types of Vaccines Currently Available 
5.7.3. Mechanisms of Action of Vaccines and Their Impact on the Immune System 
5.7.4. Efficacy and Safety of Vaccines in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases 
5.7.5. Importance of Vaccination in Risk Groups and in the Prevention of Epidemics 
5.7.6. Logistics and Vaccination Programs at the International Level 
5.7.7. Economic and Social Impact of Vaccination in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases 
5.7.8. Research and Analysis of Barriers and Challenges in the Implementation of Vaccination Programs 
5.7.9. Strategies and Measures to Promote Vaccination and Raise Public Awareness of its Importance 
5.7.10. Evaluation and Critical Analysis of the Scientific Literature Related to Vaccines and their Usefulness in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases 

5.8. Emerging Diseases. Epidemic Outbreaks 

5.8.1. Factors Favoring Emerging Diseases 
5.8.2. New Agents and Diseases 
5.8.3. International Health Regulations (IHR) 
5.8.4. Epidemic Outbreaks. Study, Control and Measures: Chemoprophylaxis, Immunoglobulins and Vaccines”Dejar el espacio en blanco”

5.9. Viral Hepatitis, HIV infection, AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Tuberculosis 

5.9.1. Hepatitis A: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures 
5.9.2. Hepatitis B: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures 
5.9.3. Other Viral Hepatitis: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures 
5.9.4. HIV: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures 
5.9.5. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Etiology, Epidemiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures 
5.9.6. Tuberculosis: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures 

5.10. Meningococcal Disease (MD) and Zoonosis: Epidemiology. Prevention and Control 

5.10.1. Epidemiology of Meningococcal Disease 
5.10.2. Prevention and Control of Meningococcal Disease 
5.10.3. Epidemiology of Zoonoses 
5.10.4. Prevention and Control of Zoonoses 

Module 6. Clinical Epidemiology 

6.1. Design and Quality Assessment of Intervention Studies in Epidemiology 

6.1.1. Intervention Studies, Types and Key Elements of Design 
6.1.2. Ethical Aspects of Intervention Research 
6.1.3. Design of Specific intervention Studies 
6.1.4. Tools for Assessing the Quality of Intervention Studies 
6.1.5. Critical Appraisal of Intervention Studies 
6.1.6. Importance of Design and Quality Assessment 

6.2. Pragmatic vs. Explanatory Randomized Clinical Trials 

6.2.1. Differentiation between Pragmatic and Explanatory Clinical Trials 
6.2.2. Ethical Implications of Each Approach 
6.2.3. Critical Appraisal of the Methodology and Design of Each Type of Trial 
6.2.4. Application of Knowledge to Clinical Practice and Research 
6.2.5. Encouragement of Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills 
6.2.6. Design and Execution of Clinical Trials 

6.3. Design of Diagnostic Test Studies 

6.3.1. Selection of the Study Population and Definition of the Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria 
6.3.2. Determination of the Study Design and Selection of the Reference Methodology 
6.3.3. Calculation of Diagnostic Accuracy and Analysis of the Results 

6.4. Evaluation of Quality of a Diagnostic Test Study 

6.4.1. Study Validity Analysis 
6.4.2. Evaluation of the Accuracy of the Diagnostic Test 
6.4.3. Analysis of the Clinical Utility of the Diagnostic Test 

6.5. Design and Quality Assessment of Prognostic Factors Studies 

6.5.1. Selection and Definition of Prognostic Factors 
6.5.2. Study Design and Selection of the Study Population 
6.5.3. Evaluation of the Quality of the Study and the Prognostic Model 

6.6. Evidence-Based Clinical Recommendations: GRADE 1 

6.6.1. Systematic Reviews of Scientific Literature. Identification of Clinical Recommendations 
6.6.2. Quality of Evidence and Strength of Recommendations 
6.6.3. Clinical Recommendations Applicable to Clinical Practice 
6.6.4. Development of a Clinical Protocol or Clinical Guideline based on the Recommendations Identified 
6.6.5. Implementation and Follow-up of the Clinical Protocol or Guideline in Patient Care Evidence and Focus on Improving Clinical Outcomes 
6.6.6. Periodic Evaluation, through Monitoring of Clinical Outcome Indicators and Feedback to the Health Professionals Involved 

6.7. Evidence-Based Clinical Recommendations: GRADE 2 

6.7.1. Analysis and Synthesis of the Evidence Available in the Scientific Literature for the Development of Recommendations  
6.7.2. Identification and Evaluation of the Quality of the Relevant Studies Supporting the Clinical Recommendations 
6.7.3. Application of the Principles of the GRADE Methodology to Establish the Strength and Certainty of Clinical Recommendations 
6.7.4. Developing Clinical Practice Guidelines that Incorporate Evidence-Based Recommendations and are Useful for Decision-Making 
6.7.5. Regular Updating and Revision of Clinical Recommendations Based on Available Scientific Evidence 

6.8. Evaluation of the Quality of Care 

6.8.1. Quality Criteria and Standards from a Safety Point of View 
6.8.2. Evaluation from the Point of View of the Effectiveness of the Results Obtained through the Actions Evaluated and Their Components 
6.8.3. Measurement of Patient Outcomes and Experiences, Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROM) and Patient-Reported Experience Measures (PREM) 
6.8.4. Indicators for Assessing the Degree of Involvement, Participation and Satisfaction of Health Professionals  

6.9. Incorporation of Patient Values and Preferences: Shared Decisions 

6.9.1. Effective Communication and Understanding of Values and Preferences 
6.9.2. Education and Counseling on Treatment Options 
6.9.3. Facilitation of Shared Decision Making 

6.10. Patient Safety 

6.10.1. Identification and Recording of Adverse Events 
6.10.2. Analysis of Errors and Underlying Causes 
6.10.3. Implementation of Corrective Actions and Prevention Measures 

Module 7. Epidemiology Research Methodology 

7.1. Biostatistics: Univariate, Bivariate and Multivariate Analysis 

7.1.1. Types of Variables 
7.1.2. Normality Study of a Distribution. Parametric and Non-Parametric Statistics 
7.1.3. Dependent and Independent Variables. Confounding Factors 
7.1.4. Identification of the Necessary Statistical Tests 

7.2. Models and Methods in Multivariate Statistics of Dependence and Interdependence: Statistical Inference. Standardization and Prediction. Multiple Linear Regression. Regression and Cluster Analysis 

7.2.1. Multivariate Models  
7.2.2. Multivariate Models: Multiple Linear Regression 
7.2.3. Cluster Analysis 

7.3. Models and Methods in Multivariate Structural Statistics: Logistic Regression, Poisson Regression, Survival Analysis and Longitudinal Data. Kaplan-Meier and Log-Rank Statistics 

7.3.1. Multivariate Models: Logistic Regression 
7.3.2. Kaplan-Meier and Log-Rank Survival Analysis 
7.3.3. Poisson Regression 

7.4. Incidence and Prevalence Models in Public Health 

7.4.1. Incidence Studies 
7.4.2. Prevalence Studies 
7.4.3. Risk Analysis 

7.5. Computer Software: Advanced Statistical Analysis with SPSS Package 

7.5.1. Statistical Packages: R®, STATA® and Epidat® 
7.5.2. Use of the SPSS® Package 
7.5.3. Interpretation of the Results of Statistical Analyses Performed by SPSS® and Evidence-Based Decision-Making 
7.5.4. Effective Communication of Statistical Findings to Specialized and Non-Specialized Audiences 

7.6. Qualitative Methodology applied to Public Health: Theoretical, Conceptual, and Ethical Aspects  

7.6.1. Qualitative Evaluation Applied to Public Health 
7.6.2. Techniques of Qualitative Research Applied to Public Health 
7.6.3. Collection, Analysis and Interpretation of Qualitative Data in Public Health Studies: Validity, Reliability and Generalization of the Results 
7.6.4. Ethical Principles: Protecting Participant Confidentiality and Managing Potential Ethical Conflicts 
7.6.5. Integration of the Qualitative Perspective in the Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation of Public Health Programs and Policies: Designing Effective Interventions Focused on the Population's Needs 

7.7. Design and Phases of Qualitative Research in Public Health. Sample Designs 

7.7.1. Design and Phases of Qualitative Research 
7.7.2. Sampling 
7.7.3. Elaboration and Justification of Data Collection Instruments 
7.7.4. Data Analysis Process 
7.7.5. Establishment and Justification of the Validity and Reliability Criteria of the Research  
7.7.6. Design and Justification of the Communication and Dissemination of Results Plan 

7.8. Designs of Interest for Public Health. Information Collection Techniques 

7.8.1. Sampling 
7.8.2. Surveys. Design of Surveys 
7.8.3. Validation of Questionnaires 

7.9. Analysis and Interpretation of Results. Digital Analysis of Qualitative Data 

7.9.1. Text Analysis Software 
7.9.2. Data Visualization Software 
7.9.3. QDA (Qualitative Data Analysis) Software 
7.9.4. Artificial Intelligence Applied to Qualitative Studies 

7.10. Evaluation, Rigor, and Ethics in Qualitative Research in Public Health 

7.10.1. Ethical Principles of Research 
7.10.2. International Legislation and Regulations 
7.10.3. Healthcare Ethics Committees 

Module 8. Health Promotion and Evaluation 

8.1. Health Literacy and Development of Literacy Tools and Models 

8.1.1. Relationship between Literacy and Health.  Improving Health Outcomes of the Population 
8.1.2. Design and Implementation of Health Literacy Programs for Vulnerable Groups and Marginalized Communities 
8.1.3. Effective Communication Strategies Adapted to Different Cultural and Linguistic Contexts 
8.1.4. Evaluating the Effectiveness of Health Literacy Programs through the Application of Appropriate Evaluation Tools and Models  
8.1.5. Integrating Health Literacy into Public Health Policies and Programs 
8.1.6. Research and Development of New Technologies and Digital Tools to Improve Health Literacy and Promotion in Digital Environments 

8.2. Salutogenesis, a Health Assets Model 

8.2.1. Salutogenesis: Health Promotion Approach 
8.2.2. Health Asset Models 
8.2.3. Practical Applications of Health Asset Models in the Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation of Health Promotion Interventions 
8.2.4. Evaluation of the Effectiveness and Relevance of Health Asset Models in Different Contexts and Populations  
8.2.5. Design and Implementation of Salutogenesis-based Strategies and Health Asset Models to Promote Health and Wellness in Different Settings and Communities 

8.3. Community Intervention and Community-oriented Primary Care 

8.3.1. The Scope of Community Intervention and Primary Care: Health and Wellness Promoters in the Population 
8.3.2. Implementation and Evaluation of Community Intervention Projects in Different Contexts and Populations: Principles of Equity, Participation and Sustainability 
8.3.3. Comprehensive Approach: Networking and Interdisciplinary Collaboration between Health Professionals, Social Services, Education and other Sectors 
8.3.4. Tools and Strategies for Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and the Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles in the Community 
8.3.5. Importance of Participation, Community Empowerment, and Health Equity: Fundamental Principles for the Improvement of the Quality of Life of the Population  
8.3.6. Identifying and Addressing the Social Determinants of Health and Health Inequalities: Equity and Justice in Access to Health Services and Well-Being 
8.3.7. Critical Reflection on Health Policies and Programs at the Community and Primary Care Levels: Improvement and Adaptation to the Needs and Demands of the Population 

8.4. Community Intervention Programs with an Ethical and Equitable Perspective 

8.4.1. Ethics in Public Health 
8.4.2. Principles of Equity in Community Intervention 
8.4.3. Interprofessionalism in Community Intervention: Creation of International Strategic Alliances 
8.4.4. Potential of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and e-Health for the Promotion of Health 
8.4.5. Implementation of e-Health Strategies in Community Intervention Programs 

8.5 Health Promotion and Protection at the Local Level from an International Approach 

8.5.1. Intersectoriality 
8.5.2. Social Map 
8.5.3. Social Actors of the Community from Different Sectorial Spheres and the Administration 
8.5.4. Research Guidelines, Time, Universe, and Sample 
8.5.5. Universal, Replicable and Multicenter Collaborative Models 
8.5.6. Indicators of Assessment 
8.5.7. Research and Action on Replicable Collaborative Models 

8.6. Research in Social and Community Participation 

8.6.1. Community and Social Participation 
8.6.2. Research and Action in Community and Social Participation 
8.6.3. Interdiscipline, Transdiscipline, Eco-environmental, Sustainable and Maintainable 
8.6.4. Key Families and Strategic Groupings in the Community 
8.6.5. Research Rationale and Action Appropriate to Each Site 
8.6.6. Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation Measures 
8.6.7. Focus Groups 
8.6.8. Indicators and Utilization 
8.6.9. Strategic Indicators Appropriate to Each Site 
8.6.10. Health Team Participating in Research and Action 
8.6.11. The Scope of Research and Action 
8.6.12. Evaluation of the Sample 

8.7. Methods of Idea Generation and Design of Health Promotion/Health Education (HPE) Campaigns 

8.7.1. Methods for Generating Ideas for the Design of Health Promotion, Health Education, and Disease Prevention Campaigns  
8.7.2. Analysis of the Specific Needs and Characteristics of the Target Audience to Tailor Communication and Promotion Strategies to Adapt Communication and Promotion Strategies to their Needs and Preferences 
8.7.3. Creative Tools and Techniques to Generate Innovative and Effective Ideas in the Design of Health Promotion Campaigns  
8.7.4. Educational Messages and Materials: Clear, Informative and Persuasive 
8.7.5. Evaluating the Effectiveness of Health Promotion Campaigns: Adjustments to Improve Results 

8.8. Complex Models and Methods in Health Education 

8.8.1. Theory of Change: Determinants of Human Behavior and Strategies to Change Them towards Healthier Behaviors  
8.8.2. Social Determinants of Health Approach: Socio-political, Economic and Cultural Factors Influencing the Health of Populations. Addressing Inequities 
8.8.3. Community Empowerment Models: Strengthening Communities to Make Healthy Decisions and Achieve Positive Changes in their Environment 
8.8.4. Theories of Health Behavior: Beliefs, Attitudes and Motivations of People  
8.8.5. Participatory Methods in Health Education: Involving People and Communities in Designing, Implementing and Evaluating Health Programs. Collaboration and Autonomy 

8.9. Elaboration, Development, and Design of Health Education Programs 

8.9.1. Design and Elaboration of Health Education Programs: Identification of Needs, Formulation of Objectives, Selection of Intervention Methods and Strategies, and Planning of Activities 
8.9.2. Implementation Strategies: Accessibility, Equity and Sustainability of Health Programs 
8.9.3. Partnerships and Collaborations with Relevant Institutions and Organizations to Strengthen the Implementation of Health Programs 
8.9.4. Continuous and Systematic Evaluation of the Implementation of Health Programs: Identification of Challenges, Necessary Adjustments, and Opportunities for Improvement 
8.9.5. Active Community Involvement in the Implementation of Health Programs: Encouraging Community Ownership and Sustainability of the Actions Carried out”Dejar el espacio en blanco”
8.9.6. Ethical Principles Governing the Implementation of Health Education Programs: Ethics and Accountability to Communities and Beneficiary Populations 

8.10. Research and Evaluation of the Impact of Collaborative and Educational Models 

8.10.1. Health Research: Protocol Development, Data Collection and Analysis, and Scientific Report Writing 
8.10.2. Evaluation of the Impact of Educational Programs on Population Health, Use of Qualitative and Quantitative Assessment Tools 
8.10.3. Importance of Interdisciplinarity in the Design and Evaluation of Educational Projects in Health Collaboration between Professionals as an Enhancer of Results 
8.10.4. Effective Communication of Research and Evaluation Results to Health Sector Professionals and to the Community in General 

Module 9. Public Health in Situations of Vulnerability 

9.1. Children and Health 

9.1.1. Environmental Threats 
9.1.2. Obesity and Non-Communicable Diseases 
9.1.3. Trauma, Violence and Conflict 

9.2. Adolescence and Health 

9.2.1. Sexual and Reproductive Health: Contraception, Communicable Diseases, Sexual Abuse, Partner Violence 
9.2.2. Traffic Accidents, Suicide, and Interpersonal Violence 
9.2.3. Abuse of Psychoactive Substances 
9.2.4. Nutrition and Physical Activity 

9.3. Health and Gender 

9.3.1. Gender as a Determinant of Health Inequity 
9.3.2. Intersectionality 
9.3.3. Gender-Based Violence 

9.4. Occupational Health 

9.4.1. Mental Health in the Workplace 
9.4.2. Healthy Teleworking 
9.4.3. Occupational Hazards in Health Care Workers 

9.5. Health in Multicultural Contexts 

9.5.1. Cultural Validation and Negotiation 
9.5.2. Multilingual Communication 
9.5.3. The COVID-19 Pandemic as an Exacerbator of Inequalities 

9.6. Health and Aging 

9.6.1. Healthy Aging. Decade of Healthy Aging 
9.6.2. Geriatric Syndromes 
9.6.3. Integrated Care and Primary Health Care Centered on the Elderly Person 

9.7. Health and Mental Well-Being 

9.7.1. Determinants of Mental Health 
9.7.2. Mental Health Promotion and Prevention of Mental Health Conditions  
9.7.3. Mental Health Care and Treatment 

9.8. Nutritional Problems and Their Effects on Global Health 

9.8.1. Malnutrition: Undernutrition, Vitamin and Mineral Imbalance, Overweight and Obesity 
9.8.2. Diet-Related Non-Communicable Diseases: Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Stroke and Cancer”Dejar el espacio en blanco”
9.8.3. Healthy Diet 
9.8.4. Nutritional Safety vs. Food Safety 

9.9. Migration and Health. Health in Emergencies and Humanitarian Crises 

9.9.1. Common Health Needs and Vulnerabilities of Refugees and Migrants 
9.9.2. Barriers to Access to Services for Refugees and Migrants 
9.9.3. Preparedness and Resilience to Emerging Threats (PRET) Initiative 

9.10. Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases 

9.10.1. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI). Controlling the Spread on a Global Scale 
9.10.2. Communicable Diseases. Measures against Risk Factors 
9.10.3. Vector-Borne Diseases 

Module 10. Environmental Health 

10.1. Environmental Health: Health Impact Assessment. One Health Approach 

10.1.1. Environmental Health through Environmental Determinants of Health 
10.1.2. Interaction of Health and Environment with One Health Approach 
10.1.3. Health in All Policies. Health Impact Assessment Tools 

10.2. Water Quality: Supply 

10.2.1. Sanitary Quality of Water: Sources of Contamination and Health Risks Emerging Contaminants 
10.2.2. Infrastructures of Water Supplies for Human Consumption 
10.2.3. Drinking Water Treatment. Products for the Treatment of Drinking Water 
10.2.4. Quality Control of Water for Human Consumption 
10.2.5. Disinfection By-products 
10.2.6. Communication of Water Quality to the Population 

10.3. Water Quality. Recreational Waters: Swimming Pools and Bathing Waters 

10.3.1. Risks Associated with the Use of Recreational Waters 
10.3.2. Requirements for Swimming Pool and Aquatic Park Facilities 
10.3.3. Treatments to Ensure Water and Air Quality Products 
10.3.4. Control of the Sanitary Quality of Water and Air 
10.3.5. Bathing Water Quality Requirements 
10.3.6. Measures to Prevent Bathing Water Contamination 
10.3.7. Surveillance and Sanitary and Environmental Control of Bathing Water 
10.3.8. Communication of Risks to the Population 

10.4. Environmental Management of Legionellosis 

10.4.1. Bacteria from an Environmental Health Perspective 
10.4.2. Installations and Equipment Involved and Preventive Measures 
10.4.3. Control Strategies and Responsibilities 
10.4.4. Examples of Cases and Outbreaks. Lessons Learned 

10.5. Public Health and Chemical Safety 

10.5.1. International Chemical Risk Management 
10.5.2. Hazard Classification and Hazard Communication: Labeling and Safety Data Sheets  
10.5.3. Registers for the Protection of Human Health and the Environment against Chemical Hazards. Evaluation, Authorization and Restrictions of Chemical Substances and Mixtures  
10.5.4. Biocides. Administrative Control over Activities and User”Dejar el espacio en blanco”

10.6. Environmental Management of Vector-borne Diseases 

10.6.1. Main Vectors 
10.6.2. Impact on Health 
10.6.3. Vector Control Strategies 

10.7. Public Health Impact of Contaminated Soil, Solid Waste and Contaminated Wastewater 

10.7.1. Contaminating and Emerging Sources 
10.7.2. Pollution Prevention Measures 
10.7.3. Monitoring Systems and Control Strategies 

10.8. Monitoring and Control of Physical Contamination and Natural Radioactivity to Protect Public Health 

10.8.1. Natural Radioactivity 
10.8.2. Routes of Exposure 
10.8.3. Radioactivity in Drinking Water and its Regulation 
10.8.4. Radon as a Parameter in Indoor Air Quality and its Management 

10.9. Public Health Protection. Air Quality: Atmospheric Pollution 

10.9.1. Air Quality Analysis 
10.9.2. Pollutant Sources and Health Risks Associated with Air Quality 
10.9.3. Monitoring Systems and Control Strategies 
10.9.4. Communication of Risks to the Population 

10.10. Climate Change and Health 

10.10.1 Climate Change 
10.10.2. Actions to Address Climate Change 
10.10.3. Influence of Climate Change and Health 
10.10.4. Climate Change and Social Determinants of Health

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