Description:
Have you ever wondered what epidemiologists do? This narrated, 45-minute module offers an overview of the purposes and uses of epidemiology in public health practice. It introduces concepts that are described more fully in our other online modules on epidemiology, and is a good place to start if you plan to take the whole series.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the components of the definition of epidemiology
- Recognize and explain basic epidemiologic concepts, principles, and terms
- List and describe six examples of the use of epidemiology in public health practice
PHEP Capabilities:
Public Health Surveillance and Epidemiological Investigation
Topic:
Epidemiology & Surveillance
Format:
Online Course
Time:
45 minutes
Level:
Introductory
University:
University of Washington
PERLC:
Northwest PERLC
Bundles:
Public Health Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation