This course provides foundational and applied information and activities to support learners' development of quality, risk and safety principles and practices within public health settings. Learners will gain an understanding of the integration of improvement science within the public health setting with a particular focus on the area of infection prevention and control (IPAC). Diverse principles and practices associated with policy, change management, leadership, communication, collaboration, and safety culture will be examined to explore ways to provide optimal health outcomes for individuals and communities while adhering to the principles of IPAC. (3.0 credit units) Course may be offered online, consult the Department.
This course provides foundational and applied information and activities to support learners' development of quality, risk and safety principles and practices within public health settings. Learners will gain an understanding of the integration of improvement science within the public health setting with a particular focus on the area of infection prevention and control (IPAC). Diverse principles and practices associated with policy, change management, leadership, communication, collaboration, and safety culture will be examined to explore ways to provide optimal health outcomes for individuals and communities while adhering to the principles of IPAC. (3.0 credit units) Course may be offered online, consult the Department.
