The University of Sheffield with the support of UKHSA Yorkshire and Humber is running a 2-day Essentials in Health Protection course.
It will cover the principles of infectious disease epidemiology, communicable disease surveillance, outbreak management, immunisation/vaccination, and public health measures for the control of infectious diseases.
A range of case studies will also be covered including influenza, invasive meningococcal disease, gastrointestinal infections, healthcare associated infections, and sexually transmitted infections. This course is a condensed version of the university’s successful and long running Master of Public Health module on Communicable Disease Control (HAR685).
Who will benefit from the course?
This course will be relevant to public health practitioners working in local authorities and the NHS, as well as others, who wish to gain a firm foundation in health protection principles. It may also be useful as a revision course for public health registrars preparing for professional exams.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, attendees should have:-
- a systematic understanding of the key principles of communicable disease control;
- awareness of how to apply these principles in various settings and situations;
- knowledge and awareness of some of the systems and key legislation in place to protect the public;
- awareness of the prevention and control measures applicable to managing some common infectious disease incidents.
Course faculty:
Professor Andrew Lee, Professor of Public Health, School of Medicine and Population Health
Brian Rice, Senior Lecturer, School of Medicine and Population Health
