Social Determinants of Health Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Population Health

This course offers an overview to population health, determinants of health, and the built environment using a socio-ecological model. We outline major payors in the US healthcare system and offer practical tips to address disparities in health outcomes…

• edX
• 1 week, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Aspen Institute

The Social Determinants of Children's Health - Aspen Children's Forum

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Explore the impact of social factors on children's health and well-being, discussing strategies to prioritize equitable access to nutrition, education, and social-emotional development for all children.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Health and Society

Explore sociological concepts of health and illness in the US, examining social forces, cultural meanings, and healthcare industry dynamics.

• California Community Colleges System
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 19th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

Health and Social Justice

Explore health inequities in the US, examining social factors shaping epidemics and policies. Develop advocacy skills for health and social justice.

• California Community Colleges System
• 13 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

TED

The Psychology of Poverty - Understanding Health Disparities and Interventions

Exploring the hidden psychological impacts of poverty on health, cognition, and decision-making, and discussing effective interventions to break the cycle of poverty and ill health.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Breaking the Cycle - Health, Poverty, and Social Determinants of Health

Exploring the complex interplay between health, poverty, and social factors. Experts discuss innovative approaches to address health disparities and build equitable, integrated systems for better community well-being.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Breaking the Cycle - Health, Poverty, and the Social Determinants of Health

Explore the complex interplay between health, poverty, and social factors. Learn how economic stability, environment, nutrition, education, and social support impact overall well-being and health outcomes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mary Greeley Medical Center

Social Determinants of Health - Integrating into Clinical Practice

Explore strategies for integrating social determinants of health into clinical practice, enhancing patient care and outcomes through a comprehensive approach to healthcare delivery.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Alan Turing Institute

Multimorbidity and Place: Neighborhood Factors and Health Outcomes

Exploring links between multimorbidity, neighborhood characteristics, and social factors. Presents findings on material deprivation, social aspects, and novel neighborhood profiles based on local media data to understand spatial health inequalities.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

OPENPediatrics

Leveraging Research to Address Social Determinants of Health

Dr. Wallace explores strategies for implementing social determinants of health screening in healthcare, offering insights on evidence-based practices and resources for nurses to improve patient outcomes.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

WVCTSI Project ECHO

Homelessness and Access Issues for Pregnant and Postpartum Women with Substance Use Disorders

Explore challenges and solutions for homeless pregnant women with substance use disorders, addressing access to care and support services.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Extracting Social Determinants of Health: Annotation, Extraction, and Ethical Considerations - Informatics Grand Rounds

Explore social determinants of health extraction from EHRs using NLP, focusing on annotation, information gain, and ethical considerations in healthcare data analysis.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

National Human Genome Research Institute

Examining Stigma as a Structural Determinant of Health

Explore the impact of stigma as a structural determinant of health in this insightful seminar by Mark Hatzenbuehler, examining its role in genomics and social sciences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Houston Methodist DeBakey CV Education

Assessing and Addressing Social Determinants of Cardiovascular Health

Explore methods to assess and address social determinants of cardiovascular health equity, including key factors, evidence-based strategies, and innovative interventions for diverse settings.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Causes of Disease

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Learn the epidemiological methods used to understand the causes of diseases and how social factors influence their development.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)