Institution: New York and New Jersey Public Health Training Center

Course Description: This two-part course uses the metaphor of a new worker orientation (computer-based) to present information.  By reading e-mails, completing assigned tasks, and participating in simulated desktop conferences, the learner discovers that public health is very much a part of everyday life, and learns how many different agencies work to carry out its mission.  Part one of the course introduces the mission and six obligations of public health.  Part two of the course explains the Ten Essential Services of public health.

Prerequisites: None.

Target Audience: Information professionals, public health professionals, administrative and support staff

Resource Format: Online course

Time Requirement: 2 hours

More Information: More information is available at
http://www.nynj-phtc.org/orientation/home/oph-login.cfm or by contacting Kate Collier at klc2129@columbia.edu or (212) 305-6984.