Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop knowledge and skills for evidence-informed practice, policy and research within the context of public health. Principles, philosophies and processes which underpin evidence-based practice; quantitative and qualitative research paradigms, methods and methodologies; reliability, validity and rigour in data collection; types of data; statistical concepts such as hypothesis generation, probability, variance, error and tests for determining differences and associations; Using structured frameworks to ask an answerable question, searching of literature, hierarchy of evidence and critical appraisal; Issues to consider for implementation and translation of evidence into practice and policy.
Course learning outcomes
- Describe the principles, philosophies and processes which underpin evidence-based practice and its importance in public health.
- Explain key principles of quantitative and qualitative research paradigms, designs, methodologies and methods.
- Apply evidence-based practice principles using established frameworks and tools to commonly encountered public health issues.
- Evaluate research evidence, derived from relevant public health issues, using established tools.
- Explain how evidence can be effectively translated into practice and policy for public health.
Availability
Class details
Online
Class number 2119
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 490
Notes:
Class details
Online
Class number 4113
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 492
Notes:
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