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Applied Practice Experience for Health and Social Behavior
SBS 945S

Course Information

Description

All students completing a Master of Public Health degree must complete an Applied Practice Experience (“Practicum”). This required course is designed to meet both this degree requirement. In the course, students will identify and complete a practicum that will be of value to their professional development and career goals, as well as periodical email updates and reflections to the instructor. Students will also share their practicum experience with their MPH colleagues via a “peer-to-peer” joint learning experience. Class sessions explore the practice of public and community health through case studies, readings and hands-on activities.
 
Course Requirements: Course restricted to MPH-45 HSB students. This is a required course.

Class Notes

Students must register separately in in both the Fall (SBS 945F) and Spring (SBS 945S) semesters, for a total of 2.5 credits. Each course is 1.25 credits. A separate grade is given at the end of each semester.

School Harvard Chan School
Credits 1.25
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Course Component Practicum
Instruction Mode In Person
Grading Basis HSPH Student Option (Audit, Ordinal, Pass/Fail)
Course Requirements Course Restricted to students in the MPH45 Health and Social Behavior program