Learn the challenges of communicating about health to different stakeholders, explore various theoretical frameworks and learn practical techniques to enhance your communication strategies.This course will cover health literacy, message development, cultural competency, digital media, interpersonal communication, and ethical considerations in health communication.Target Audience: This course is designed for healthcare professionals, public health practitioners, communication specialists, health educators, policymakers, and individuals interested in the field of health communication. It caters to both early-career professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge, as well as experienced professionals aiming to stay updated with the latest communication strategies in public health.
Overview
Syllabus
Week 1: Introduction to Healthcare Communication
Week 2: Interpersonal Communication: Patient - Provider Communication
Week 3: Interpersonal Communication (contd.)
Week 4: Health Communication: Socio-cultural Aspects
Week 5: Crisis Communication and Management
Week 6: Global Health Communication: Role of HospitalsClick here for syllabus page
Exam schedule
Taught by
Deepti Ganapathy
