Thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate diploma, you will obtain advanced tools for epidemiological data analysis, evaluating and managing the safety and effectiveness of drugs in diverse populations”

Epidemiology in Public Health is at the center of global attention due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on health and society. Therefore, epidemiologists are playing a crucial role in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data to understand the spread of the virus, identify risk factors and develop prevention and control strategies.

This is how this Postgraduate diploma was created, in which pharmacists will identify and describe the main components of an intervention study, as well as its different types. The importance of evaluating the quality of these studies will also be analyzed, providing examples of good and bad practices. In addition, the methodology and design of clinical trials, both pragmatic and explanatory, will be addressed, delving into the design phases of validity studies of diagnostic tests.

Likewise, professionals will differentiate between univariate and multivariate analyses, develop advanced statistical techniques, and calculate epidemiological indicators, such as incidence and prevalence. They will also use statistical packages for data analysis and apply qualitative methodology, including the design and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative studies.

Finally, graduates will collaborate with institutions to integrate health literacy into public health policies and programs. In this sense, concepts of Salutogenesis and health asset models will be introduced, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and networking. Without forgetting the analysis of the ethical framework and the principles of equity in intervention programs.

In this way, a high quality program has been created, 100% online, with the aim of meeting the specific needs of students and overcoming the disadvantages related to other types of training, such as the need to travel to a physical campus and adjust to pre-established schedules. In addition, an innovative teaching methodology called Relearning has been incorporated, which involves the review of key concepts to achieve a deeper understanding of the contents.

You will update your ability to contribute to disease surveillance, design epidemiological studies and implement public health programs, through an extensive library of multimedia resources”

This Postgraduate diploma in Epidemiology in Public Health contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Epidemiology in Public Health
• The graphic, schematic, and practical content with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the 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 investigate the importance of community engagement and health equity, reflecting on community health policies and programs, all at what is considered the best digital university in the world, according to Forbes”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational 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 propose activities for the evaluation of Public Health plans, implementing strategies based on scientific evidence, thanks to the best teaching materials, at the forefront of technology and education"

You will address the ethical principles in epidemiological research, applying ethical standards in your research, always supported by the revolutionary learning methodology known as Relearning"

Throughout the academic program, pharmacists will acquire specialized knowledge in key areas such as clinical epidemiology, epidemiological research methodology, and health promotion and evaluation.  In this way, from understanding the different types of intervention studies and their methodology, to mastering advanced statistical techniques and applying ethical principles in research, the curriculum will provide you with a comprehensive foundation for understanding, analyzing and addressing contemporary epidemiological challenges.

You will delve into emerging issues, such as the relationship between health literacy and health outcomes, reflecting on the effectiveness of policies and community health programs”

Module 1. Clinical Epidemiology

1.1. Design and Quality Assessment of Intervention Studies in Epidemiology

1.1.1. Intervention Studies, Types and Key Elements of Design
1.1.2. Ethical Aspects of Intervention Research
1.1.3. Design of Specific intervention Studies
1.1.4. Tools for Assessing the Quality of Intervention Studies
1.1.5. Critical Appraisal of Intervention Studies
1.1.6. Importance of Design and Quality Assessment

1.2. Pragmatic vs. Explanatory Randomized Clinical Trials

1.2.1. Differentiation between Pragmatic and Explanatory Clinical Trials
1.2.2. Ethical Implications of Each Approach
1.2.3. Critical Appraisal of the Methodology and Design of Each Type of Trial
1.2.4. Application of Knowledge to Clinical Practice and Research
1.2.5. Encouragement of Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
1.2.6. Design and Execution of Clinical Trials

1.3. Design of Diagnostic Test Studies

1.3.1. Selection of the Study Population and Definition of the Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
1.3.2. Determination of the Study Design and Selection of the Reference Methodology
1.3.3. Calculation of Diagnostic Accuracy and Analysis of the Results

1.4. Evaluation of Quality of a Diagnostic Test Study

1.4.1. Study Validity Analysis
1.4.2. Evaluation of the Accuracy of the Diagnostic Test
1.4.3. Analysis of the Clinical Utility of the Diagnostic Test

1.5. Design and Quality Assessment of Prognostic Factors Studies

1.5.1. Selection and Definition of Prognostic Factors
1.5.2. Study Design and Selection of the Study Population
1.5.3. Evaluation of the Quality of the Study and the Prognostic Model

1.6. Evidence-Based Clinical Recommendations: GRADE 1

1.6.1. Systematic Reviews of Scientific Literature. Identification of Clinical Recommendations
1.6.2. Quality of Evidence and Strength of Recommendations
1.6.3. Clinical Recommendations Applicable to Clinical Practice
1.6.4. Development of a Clinical Protocol or Clinical Guideline based on the Recommendations Identified
1.6.5. Implementation and Follow-up of the Clinical Protocol or Guideline in Patient Care Evidence and Focus on Improving Clinical Outcomes
1.6.6. Periodic Evaluation, through Monitoring of Clinical Outcome Indicators and Feedback to the Health Professionals Involved

1.7. Evidence-Based Clinical Recommendations: GRADE 2

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

1.8. Evaluation of the Quality of Care

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

1.9. Incorporation of Patient Values and Preferences: Shared Decisions

1.9.1. Effective Communication and Understanding of Values and Preferences
1.9.2. Education and Counseling on Treatment Options
1.9.3. Facilitation of Shared Decision Making

1.10. Patient Safety

1.10.1. Identification and Recording of Adverse Events
1.10.2. Analysis of Errors and Underlying Causes
1.10.3. Implementation of Corrective Actions and Prevention Measures

Module 2. Epidemiology Research Methodology

2.1. Biostatistics: Univariate, Bivariate and Multivariate Analysis

2.1.1. Types of Variables
2.1.2. Normality Study of a Distribution. Parametric and Non-Parametric Statistics
2.1.3. Dependent and Independent Variables. Confounding Factors
2.1.4. Identification of the Necessary Statistical Tests

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

2.2.1. Multivariate Models
2.2.2. Multivariate Models: Multiple Linear Regression
2.2.3. Cluster Analysis

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

2.3.1. Multivariate Models: Logistic Regression
2.3.2. Kaplan-Meier and Log-Rank Survival Analysis
2.3.3. Poisson Regression

2.4. Incidence and Prevalence Models in Public Health

2.4.1. Incidence Studies
2.4.2. Prevalence Studies
2.4.3. Risk Analysis

2.5. Computer Software: Advanced Statistical Analysis with SPSS Package

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

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

2.6.1. Qualitative Evaluation Applied to Public Health
2.6.2. Techniques of Qualitative Research Applied to Public Health
2.6.3. Collection, Analysis and Interpretation of Qualitative Data in Public Health Studies: Validity, Reliability and Generalization of the Results
2.6.4. Ethical Principles: Protecting Participant Confidentiality and Managing Potential Ethical Conflicts
2.6.5. 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

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

2.7.1. Design and Phases of Qualitative Research
2.7.2. Sampling
2.7.3. Elaboration and Justification of Data Collection Instruments
2.7.4. Data Analysis Process
2.7.5. Establishment and Justification of the Validity and Reliability Criteria of the Research
2.7.6. Design and Justification of the Communication and Dissemination of Results Plan

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

2.8.1. Sampling
2.8.2. Surveys. Design of Surveys
2.8.3. Validation of Questionnaires

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

2.9.1. Text Analysis Software
2.9.2. Data Visualization Software
2.9.3. QDA (Qualitative Data Analysis) Software
2.9.4. Artificial Intelligence Applied to Qualitative Studies

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

2.10.1. Ethical Principles of Research
2.10.2. International Legislation and Regulations
2.10.3. Healthcare Ethics Committees

Module 3. Health Promotion and Evaluation

3.1. Health Literacy and Development of Literacy Tools and Models

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

3.2. Salutogenesis, a Health Assets Model

3.2.1. Salutogenesis: Health Promotion Approach
3.2.2. Health Asset Models
3.2.3. Practical Applications of Health Asset Models in the Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation of Health Promotion Interventions
3.2.4. Evaluation of the Effectiveness and Relevance of Health Asset Models in Different Contexts and Populations
3.2.5. Design and Implementation of Salutogenesis-based Strategies and Health Asset Models to Promote Health and Wellness in Different Settings and Communities

3.3. Community Intervention and Community-oriented Primary Care

3.3.1. The Scope of Community Intervention and Primary Care: Health and Wellness Promoters in the Population
3.3.2. Implementation and Evaluation of Community Intervention Projects in Different Contexts and Populations: Principles of Equity, Participation and Sustainability
3.3.3. Comprehensive Approach: Networking and Interdisciplinary Collaboration between Health Professionals, Social Services, Education and other Sectors
3.3.4. Tools and Strategies for Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and the Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles in the Community
3.3.5. Importance of Participation, Community Empowerment, and Health Equity: Fundamental Principles for the Improvement of the Quality of Life of the Population
3.3.6. Identifying and Addressing the Social Determinants of Health and Health Inequalities: Equity and Justice in Access to Health Services and Well-Being
3.3.7. 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

3.4. Community Intervention Programs with an Ethical and Equitable Perspective

3.4.1. Ethics in Public Health
3.4.2. Principles of Equity in Community Intervention
3.4.3. Interprofessionalism in Community Intervention: Creation of International Strategic Alliances
3.4.4. Potential of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and e-Health for the Promotion of Health
3.4.5. Implementation of e-Health Strategies in Community Intervention Programs

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

3.5.1. Intersectoriality
3.5.2. Social Map
3.5.3. Social Actors of the Community from Different Sectorial Spheres and the Administration
3.5.4. Research Guidelines, Time, Universe, and Sample
3.5.5. Universal, Replicable and Multicenter Collaborative Models
3.5.6. Indicators of Assessment
3.5.7. Research and Action on Replicable Collaborative Models

3.6. Research in Social and Community Participation

3.6.1. Community and Social Participation
3.6.2. Research and Action in Community and Social Participation
3.6.3. Interdiscipline, Transdiscipline, Eco-environmental, Sustainable and Maintainable
3.6.4. Key Families and Strategic Groupings in the Community
3.6.5. Research Rationale and Action Appropriate to Each Site
3.6.6. Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation Measures
3.6.7. Focus Groups
3.6.8. Indicators and Utilization
3.6.9. Strategic Indicators Appropriate to Each Site
3.5.10. Health Team Participating in Research and Action
3.5.11. The Scope of Research and Action
3.5.12. Evaluation of the Sample

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

3.7.1. Methods for Generating Ideas for the Design of Health Promotion, Health Education, and Disease Prevention Campaigns
3.7.2. 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
3.7.3. Creative Tools and Techniques to Generate Innovative and Effective Ideas in the Design of Health Promotion Campaigns
3.7.4. Educational Messages and Materials: Clear, Informative and Persuasive
3.7.5. Evaluating the Effectiveness of Health Promotion Campaigns: Adjustments to Improve Results

3.8. Complex Models and Methods in Health Education

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

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

3.9.1. Design and Elaboration of Health Education Programs: Identification of Needs, Formulation of Objectives, Selection of Intervention Methods and Strategies, and Planning of Activities
3.9.2. Implementation Strategies: Accessibility, Equity and Sustainability of Health Programs
3.9.3. Partnerships and Collaborations with Relevant Institutions and Organizations to Strengthen the Implementation of Health Programs
3.9.4. Continuous and Systematic Evaluation of the Implementation of Health Programs: Identification of Challenges, Necessary Adjustments, and Opportunities for Improvement
3.9.5. Active Community Involvement in the Implementation of Health Programs: Encouraging Community Ownership and Sustainability of the Actions Carried out.
3.9.6. Ethical Principles Governing the Implementation of Health Education Programs: Ethics and Accountability to Communities and Beneficiary Populations

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

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

The interdisciplinary and practice-oriented approach of this program will prepare you to play an active and meaningful role in health promotion and disease prevention in communities”