Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems
This course is part of Foundations of Global Health Specialization.
Course Cost
Free course
Beginner
Skill Level
12 Hours
Self-paced lessons
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Foundations of Global Health Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
What you'll learn
Understand health service organizations and their challenges
Master WHO's six major health system building blocks
Develop skills in human resource management and capacity building
Create effective health policies and advocacy strategies
Implement community participation in health systems
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
9.7 Hours PreRecorded video
4 quizzes
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
Shareable certificate

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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course provides an overview of health systems based on WHO's guidance, focusing on low and middle-income countries. It covers four main areas: health service organizations, WHO's six building blocks of health systems, human resource development, and health policy making. Students learn about organizational management, system components, capacity building, and stakeholder advocacy through lectures, case studies, and practical assignments.
Understanding Organizations and How They Change
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Health Systems: Basic Functions and Building Blocks
Module 2 · 5 Hours to complete
Human Resource Capacity Development: An Essential Health System Function
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Health Systems Policy Development and Advocacy Approaches
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Foundations of Global Health Specialization
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