Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of various types of public health interventions and key theories and models of behavioural change, critically assessing their application in designing effective interventions.

Knowledge & Understanding


Critically evaluate frameworks and steps for planning, implementing, and assessing public health interventions.

Enquiry

Analysis


Analyse the role of technology, media and social marketing in public health interventions, assessing their effectiveness and scalability through case studies at local and national levels.

Learning

Application

Apprentices will be provided with an overview of a public health intervention. Learners will conduct an analysis and evaluation of this intervention, addressing all three learning outcomes, identifying measurable outcomes for its success. Learners will apply and justify theories of change. Covers all learning outcomes.

Overview of types of public health interventions

Frameworks for planning and implementing public health interventions

Key theories and models of behavioural change

Application of behavioural change theories in designing interventions

Steps in the development and implementation of interventions

Evidence-based approaches and best practices

Community-based interventions and participatory approaches

Safeguarding & PREVENT duty.

Use of technology and digital tools in interventions (mHealth, eHealth)

Methods for evaluating the effectiveness of interventions

Key performance indicators and metrics

Designing effective health communication campaigns

Role of media and social marketing in influencing behaviour

Case Studies of Successful Interventions

Analysis of successful public health interventions at local, national, and global levels

Lessons learned and scalability of interventions

This module offers an overview of public health interventions, exploring frameworks for planning and implementation. Study key theories and models of behavioral change and their application in designing interventions. Learn steps for developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based interventions using best practices. Emphasize community-based participatory approaches, safeguarding, and the use of digital tools. Analyze key performance indicators, health communication campaigns, and the role of media. Review successful case studies and lessons learned for scalable interventions at local, national, and global levels.

Key concepts will be delivered through lead lectures delivered through the university’s Virtual Learning Environment. This will then be followed by online synchronous discussion groups/seminars allowing learners to explore key issues and discuss the application to their particular working contexts.

Gille, F. (2023) What is Public Trust in the Health System?: Insights into Health Data Use



Gross, R. (2020). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour (8th Edition), Hodder Education, London



Wilson, F. & Mabhala, A. (2008) Key Concepts in Public Health. Sage.

Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Online learning resources and guides

Library and academic resources

Recorded supplementary material#