BS Public Health

The matrix for my BS Public Health program:

Program Learning Outcome	Courses	Discussions & Assignments	Most Meaningful	Application in the Field
Discuss the history and philosophy of public health.	Introduction to Public Health	Discussion 1: What is Public Health?	This discussion helped me to understand the history and philosophy of public health, and how it has evolved over time.	I will use this knowledge to help me to understand the context of public health issues, and to develop effective public health interventions.
Discuss the core values, concepts, and functions of public health in the United States and globally.	Epidemiology	Assignment 2: Analyze an Epidemiological Study	This assignment helped me to understand the core concepts of epidemiology, and how they are used to study public health problems.	I will use this knowledge to identify and assess public health problems, and to develop interventions to address them.
Demonstrate the ability to use public health data.	Biostatistics	Discussion 3: Interpreting Public Health Data	This discussion helped me to understand how to interpret public health data, and to use it to make informed decisions.	I will use this knowledge to analyze public health data, and to develop evidence-based interventions.
Apply concepts of population health.	Population Health	Assignment 4: Develop a Population Health Intervention	This assignment helped me to understand the concepts of population health, and how they can be used to improve the health of populations.	I will use this knowledge to develop interventions that address the health needs of populations, and to improve the health of communities.
Explain human health and disease across the lifespan.	Health Promotion & Disease Prevention	Discussion 5: The Social Determinants of Health	This discussion helped me to understand the social determinants of health, and how they impact our health across the lifespan.	I will use this knowledge to develop interventions that address the social determinants of health, and to improve the health of individuals and communities.
Discuss the determinants of health.	Health Policy & Law	Assignment 6: Analyze a Public Health Policy	This assignment helped me to understand the determinants of health, and how they are influenced by public health policies.	I will use this knowledge to advocate for public health policies that promote health and well-being.
Explain the fundamental characteristics and functions of the United States healthcare system.	Healthcare Systems	Discussion 7: The Challenges of the US Healthcare System	This discussion helped me to understand the fundamental characteristics and functions of the US healthcare system, and the challenges that it faces.	I will use this knowledge to develop interventions that improve the US healthcare system, and to ensure that everyone has access to quality healthcare.
Discuss basic concepts of health policy, law, ethics, and economics.	Health Policy & Law	Assignment 7: Write a Public Health Policy Brief	This assignment helped me to understand basic concepts of health policy, law, ethics, and economics, and how they are applied to public health.	I will use this knowledge to develop and implement public health policies, and to ensure that they are ethical and effective.
Communicate in oral, written, and electronic forms and through a variety of media to diverse populations.	Communication for Public Health	Discussion 8: Effective Public Health Communication	This discussion helped me to understand how to communicate effectively with diverse populations, and to use a variety of media to reach them.	I will use this knowledge to communicate effectively about public health issues, and to raise awareness of the importance of public health.

The most meaningful Program Learning Outcome for me was “Explain the determinants of health.” This is because I believe that understanding the determinants of health is essential for developing effective public health interventions. I also found the “Discuss the core values, concepts, and functions of public health in the United States and globally” outcome to be very meaningful, as it helped me to understand the role of public health in society.

I see myself applying the knowledge that I have gained in my BS Public Health program in a variety of ways. I am interested in working in the area of public health policy, and I believe that my knowledge of health policy, law, ethics, and economics will be valuable in this field. I am also interested in working in the area of health promotion and disease prevention, and I believe that my knowledge of the determinants of health will be valuable in this field.

I am confident that my BS Public Health program has prepared me well for a career in public health. I have gained a strong foundation in the core concepts of public health, and I have developed the skills and knowledge that I need to make a difference in the world.