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Engaging key stakeholders to assess and improve the professional preparation of MPH health educators

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  • Linnan, L.A.
  • Steckler, A.
  • Maman, S.
  • Ellenson, M.
  • French, E.
  • Blanchard, L.
  • Bowling, M.
  • Yamanis, N.
  • Succop, S.
  • Davenport, A.
  • Moracco, B.

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Objectives. We described the process of engaging key stakeholders in a systematic review of requirements for a master of public health (MPH) degree within the Department of Health Behavior and Health Education, University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health, and summarized resulting changes. Methods. A benchmarking study of 11 peer institutions was completed. Key stakeholders (i.e., current students, alumni, faculty, staff, employers, and practicum preceptors) received online or print: surveys. A faculty retreat was convened to process results and reach consensus on program revisions. Results. MPH program changes included (1) improved advising and mentoring program, (2) elimination of research and practice track, options, (3) increased elective and decreased required credit hours, (4) replacement of master's paper requirement with "deliverables" (written products such as reports, documents, and forms) produced as part of the required "Capstone" course, (5) extended community field experience to 2 semesters and moved it to year 2 of the program, and (6) allowed practica of either 200, 300, or 400 hours. Conclusions. Engaging key stakeholders in the program review process yielded important changes to the MPH degree program requirements. Others may consider this approach when undertaking curriculum reviews.

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  • Linnan, L.A. & Steckler, A. & Maman, S. & Ellenson, M. & French, E. & Blanchard, L. & Bowling, M. & Yamanis, N. & Succop, S. & Davenport, A. & Moracco, B., 2010. "Engaging key stakeholders to assess and improve the professional preparation of MPH health educators," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 100(10), pages 1993-1999.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:10.2105/ajph.2009.177709_6
    DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2009.177709
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