Thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate certificate, you will design highly efficient health programs aimed at reducing health care disparities among vulnerable populations"

A study conducted by the World Health Organization shows that more than one billion people live in extreme poverty, which leads to a number of health risks. These include malnutrition, lack of access to safe drinking water and exposure to infectious diseases. This underlines how Vulnerability Situations have become a challenge for Public Health on an international scale. Faced with this situation, nurses play a crucial role in the identification and clinical care of these people in precarious conditions. These specialists have the responsibility to develop policies that improve access to medical care for these people and promote health in health matters.  

In this context, TECH launches a pioneering and very complete Postgraduate certificate in Vulnerability Situations for Public Health The academic itinerary will delve into the personal circumstances of vulnerable groups, including children, individuals affected by interpersonal violence or refugees. As a result, graduates will gain advanced skills to provide personalized care that meets the individual needs of each person. In line with this, the study plan will provide nurses with state-of-the-art techniques to prevent and control both communicable and non-communicable diseases (including vector-borne conditions).  

It should be noted that the entire university program will be taught 100% online, since the content of this specialization and its control will be carried out through the most complete Virtual Campus. Therefore, nurses will be able to connect whenever they want, from wherever they want and through any device with Internet connection. In this way, professionals will have the opportunity to keep up to date in a guaranteed way and combined with their work activity in healthcare entities. At the same time, they will be supported for the assimilation of new competencies in the disruptive Relearning methodology of which TECH is a pioneer.

 TECH's learning system follows the highest international quality standards to guarantee you an effective update"

This Postgraduate certificate in Vulnerability Situations for 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 Public Health and Health Management
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents with which it is conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are indispensable 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 delve into common refugee health vulnerabilities and provide culturally sensitive care" 

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 learn in 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, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Are you looking to incorporate into your practice the most advanced strategies to implement Public Health interventions adapted to the needs of vulnerable populations? Achieve it with this program"

You will benefit from a learning system based on repetition, with natural and progressive learning throughout the study plan"

Through this university program, nurses will have a high level of knowledge about the factors that contribute to Vulnerability Situations for Public Health. The syllabus will analyze the situation of different population groups, including adolescents, refugees or cases of gender violence. Likewise, the syllabus will delve into various pathologies such as nutritional problems or non-communicable diseases (such as Diabetes, Hypertension or Cancer). In this way, graduates will acquire advanced skills to personalize care according to the specific needs of users. 

You will be highly qualified to carry out comprehensive health assessments in vulnerable populations, therefore identifying their priority needs"

Module 1. Public Health in Situations of Vulnerability 

1.1. Children and Health 

1.1.1. Environmental Threats 
1.1.2. Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases 
1.1.3. Trauma, Violence and Conflict 

1.2. Adolescence and Health 

1.2.1. Sexual and Reproductive Health: Contraception, Communicable Diseases, Sexual Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence 
1.2.2. Traffic Accidents, Suicide, Interpersonal Violence 
1.2.3. Abuse of Psychoactive Substances 
1.2.4. Nutrition and Physical Activity 

1.3. Health and Gender 

1.3.1. Gender as a Determinant of Health Inequity 
1.3.2. Intersectionality 
1.3.3. Gender-Based Violence 

1.4. Occupational Health 

1.4.1. Mental Health in the Work Environment 
1.4.2. Healthy Teleworking
1.4.3. Occupational Hazards in Health Care Workers 

1.5. Health in Multicultural Contexts 

1.5.1. Cultural Validation and Negotiation 
1.5.2. Multilingual Communication 
1.5.3. The COVID-19 Pandemic as an Exacerbator of Inequalities 

1.6. Health and Aging 

1.6.1. Healthy Aging Decade of Healthy Aging 
1.6.2. Geriatric Syndromes 
1.6.3. Integrated Care and Primary Health Care Focused on the Elderly Person 

1.7. Mental Health and Well-being 

1.7.1. Determinants of Mental Health 
1.7.2. Mental Health Promotion and Prevention of Mental Health Conditions 
1.7.3. Mental Health Care and Treatment 

1.8. Nutritional Problems and their Impact on Global Health 

1.8.1. Malnutrition: Undernutrition, Vitamin and Mineral Imbalance, Overweight, and Obesity 
1.8.2. Diet-Related Noncommunicable Diseases: Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Stroke and Cancer 
1.8.3. Healthy diet 
1.8.4. Nutritional Safety Versus Food Safety 

1.9. Migration and Health Health in Emergencies and Humanitarian Crises 

1.9.1. Common Health Needs and Vulnerabilities of Refugees and Migrants 
1.9.2. Barriers to Access to Services for Refugees and Migrants 
1.9.3. Preparedness and Resilience to Emerging Threats (PRET) Initiative 

1.10. Communicable and Non-communicable Diseases 

1.10.1. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Controlling the Spread on a Global Scale 
1.10.2. Communicable Diseases Measures Against Risk Factors 
1.10.3. Vector-Borne Diseases 

Reach professional success as a Nurse thanks to this intensive program, developed by professionals with extensive experience in Vulnerability Situations for Public Health. Enroll now!"