Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Public Health
A course by
Massey University
An online micro-credential introducing key concepts and methods for measuring and understanding population health, focusing on epidemiology, biostatistics, and public health practices.
NZ$590
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Core skills this course teaches
Explain basic epidemiological concepts and methods
Understand and articulate foundational epidemiological principles and basic methods for studying population health.
Describe key tools and indicators to measure population health
Identify and explain the main tools and indicators used in public health to assess the health status of populations.
About This Course
This micro-credential course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts and methods used to understand and measure population health. Students will explore basic epidemiological principles and their practical application in public health practice. The course covers key tools and indicators to assess population health and analyses major public health challenges in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally, developing an understanding of disease patterns in populations.
Course Content
- Fundamental concepts in epidemiology
- Basic epidemiological methods
- Key tools and indicators for measuring population health
- Patterns of diseases in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally
- Practical applications in public health practice
- Major public health challenges
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