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MPH in Maternal and Child Health (Online)

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Overview
Courses
Careers
Eligibility
Dual Degree
Accreditation
Overview

Approx. Program Length

18 Months

Total ECTS Credits

138

Tuition Fee (Online)


PAYABLE IN INSTALLMENTS We understand the need for flexible and affordable tuition fee payments. JLI offers you tuition fee payment in installments. After submitting your application for admission, a payment plan will be offered.

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Program Overview

 

The MPH in Maternal and Child Health program is designed for students to develop a keen understanding, critical thinking, and key skills needed to find solutions to important health challenges facing women and children across the globe. This is a very vast subject and students are encouraged to further broaden their knowledge in any ket interest area within this subject.

 

After completing this specialization, students are expected to apply their knowledge and skills within this key health domain. Students who complete this program usually find opportunities to work within the health system with a focus on maternal and child health. Students also get involved in research to further understand and evaluate the incidence, prevalence, and opportunities for change for better outcomes with regard to health for women and children.

 

Courses

Approx. Course Length

2-6 weeks

Total ECTS Credits

138

Max. Number of Transfer Credits:

42

What will you study?

 

Complete all credit requirements for the Master of Public Health (MPH) program – Proceed to Specialization in Maternal and Child Health

 

Upon enrollment in this program students will first complete all credit requirements of the Master of Public health (MPH) program. You can view the program details here

 

Complete Specialization in Maternal and Child Health – Receive MPH with Specialization in Maternal and Child Health Degree

 

Upon completion of all credit requirements for the award of the Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, you will initiate a specialization in Maternal and Child Health. The duration of this specialization is usually 36 weeks. After completing the specialization, you will receive the MPH with Specialization in Maternal and Child Health Degree.

 

Following is the structure of the MPH with Specialization in Maternal and Child Health Degree program:

 

Complete Credit Requirements For Master of Public Health (MPH) program MPH
90 Credits | Approx. 78 weeks
Foundations of Maternal and Child Health JLI-MCH-001
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Preventive Concepts in Maternal and Child Health JLI-MCH-002
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Maternal and Child Health Systems JLI-MCH-003
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Reproductive Health JLI-MCH-004
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Child Health JLI-MCH-005
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
General Principles of Immunization JLI-MCH-006
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Safe Immunization JLI-MCH-007
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Immunization of Special Groups JLI-MCH-008
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Major Vaccine Preventable Diseases JLI-MCH-009
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks

This course introduces you to Epidemiology. This course introduces you to Epidemiology. This course introduces you to Epidemiology.
Women's Health JLI-MCH-010
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Women, Health and Culture JLI-MCH-011
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Health and Human Rights JLI-MCH-012
2 Credits | 1-2 weeks
Project and Report JLI-MCH-013
24 Credits | 6-12 weeks

Careers & Outcomes

Job Growth

16%

Outcomes:

 

Maternal and Child Health (MCH) professionals work in healthcare set-ups that are focused primarily on the care of mothers and children. The support that the MCH professionals provide is a part of the broader delivery of public health through community health delivery system. Within the community healthcare set-up, MCH professionals assume significant responsibilities to maintain and enhance the quality of care that is being provided to mothers and children.

 

It is not only the technical skills that are required in being successful as an MCH professional. As is true for many other branches of public health, MCH professionals are required to be skilled communicators, active listeners, and have high Emotional Quotient (EQ). These attributes are a mix of innate personality and high-quality training that exposes the MCH professionals to the required behaviors needed to be successful in their roles. MCH specialists are expected to engage in outreach programs, education and training related activities, social services, immunization and related programs, maternity-related activities among many others.

 

The JLI Dual Degree MPH with a specialization in Maternal and Child Health (MCH) is designed to suit healthcare professionals or fresh graduates who aspire to work in MCH. The program curriculum provides the opportunity to the students to learn about the fundamentals of MCH and the application of MCH skills in healthcare delivery.

 

Job Outlook:

Excellent

 

Career Opportunities:

Maternal and Child Health (MCH) is one of the most important and busy areas of community healthcare delivery and it continues to grow as the population of the world grows. Career options for MCH specialists exist within both pubic and private healthcare set-ups as well as in other organizations such as governments, non-governmental organizations, charities, academia, and research organizations. With a Master of Science in Public Health (MPH) and a specialized MPH in Maternal and Child Health, our students receive strong interest from such organizations across the world. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is a projected 16% increase in community health workers to be employed between 2016 through 2026

 

 

Eligibility

Eligibility

James Lind Institute maintains very high standards for students who enter our academic programs. For all MPH programs, the following criteria need to be met before admission is offered to a prospective student.

 

Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent recognized academic title in any of the following areas will suffice the academic entry criteria for MPH programs.

 

Behavioral and social sciences (Sociology, Psychology, Counselling)

Biomedical Sciences

Biostatistics

Chemistry

Dentistry, Oral Health

Development Studies

Environmental Health

Exercise and Sport Science

Food Science

Health Economics

Health Management

Medicine, Medical sciences

Nursing

Nutrition

Occupational Health and Safety

Occupational Therapy

Pharmacy

Physiotherapy

Public Health or Health Sciences

Science (All disciplines)

Speech Therapy

Veterinary sciences

 

For students who don’t have a Bachelor’s Degree, there can be a possibility to use Recognition of Prior Experience (RPE). JLI generally utilizes over 3 years of experience in a significant role for waiver of Bachelor’s Degree. Please contact us at jli-sph@jliedu.ch for exploring this pathway.

 

Evidence of Proficiency in English

IELTS 6.0+

PET 50+

TOEFL 550+

 

The English proficiency test can be waived for the following candidates:

Native English Speakers, or;

Applicants having completed their schooling in English (i.e. High School Diploma or IB), or;

Applicants having completed their undergraduate degree in English in an English speaking country.

Dual Degree

Approx. Program Length

+36 Weeks

Total ECTS Credits

+48

Tuition Fee (Online)


PAYABLE IN INSTALLMENTS We understand the need for flexible and affordable tuition fee payments. JLI offers you tuition fee payment in installments. After submitting your application for admission, a payment plan will be offered.

Amount
From :
To :

Format

Online

What is the MPH/MSc Dual Degree Program?

 

In the dual degree program, you will complete an additional 48 ECTS Credits through online learning at International Telematic University UNINETTUNO, Rome, Italy (Università Telematica Internazionale UniNettuno ‘UTIU’). You will receive two degrees as follows:

 

You can either chose to complete these 48 ECTS Credits during or after the completion of the Master of Public Health (MPH) program. This is a very unique opportunity to earn a Master’s degree in Public Health via the Master of Science in Public Health Management Program at UTIU. The program has been thoughtfully structured in order to provide the required knowledge and skills to new aspirants, current Public Health professionals, and those working or aspiring to work within the health sector.

 

 

Duration: 36 Weeks

 

Following is the structure of the additional 48 ECTS Credits for the MSc in Public Health Management Program:

Principles of Public Health UN-001
6 Credits | 6 weeks
Globalization and Public Health Challenges UN-002
6 Credits | 6 weeks
Public Health Systems and Public Health Policies UN-003
6 Credits | 6 weeks
Ethical, Cultural and Behavioural Aspects of Health UN-004
6 Credits | 6 weeks
Final Dissertation/Thesis UN-005
6 Credits | 12 weeks

Accreditation

  • EduQua Certified Swiss Institution

    James Lind Institute is certified by EduQua, a Swiss quality label for further education institutions. EduQua is an accreditation body recognized and supported by the Swiss Confederate Government. EduQua is the first quality certification for public and private educational institutions in Switzerland and is recognized, supported, and endorsed by the following organizations: • Swiss Federal Government • Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education (EDK) • State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) • Swiss Conference for Professional Training department (SBBK) • Swiss Association of Employment Departments (VSAA) • Swiss Federation for Adult Learning (SVEB)

  • Swiss Higher Education Institution

    James Lind Institute is an approved post-secondary higher educational Institution with the authority to award private degrees in Switzerland. The institute is registered in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland under the UID CHE-255.747.977.

  • International Telematic University UNINETTUNO, Italy

    JLI is affiliated with International Telematic University UNINETTUNO, Italy to offer bachelor, master and doctorate programs. Uninettuno is recognised by the Ministry of Education, University and Reasearch in Italy.

  • Atheneum Liberal Studies

    Atheneum Liberal Studies (ALS) is a pioneer and innovative educational organization, established in 2007 utilising the latest developments in training, information technology and expertise in higher education with a vision to promote scientific knowledge at all levels.

  • International Council For Open & Distance Education (ICDE), Norway

    James Lind Institute is a proud member of the prestigious International Council for Open & Distance Education. ICDE has consultative partner status with UNESCO and shares UNESCO’s key value – the universal right to education for all. ICDE further derives its position from the unique knowledge and experience of its members throughout the world in the development and use of new methodologies and emerging technologies.

  • International Organization For Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 Certified

    James Lind Institute (JLI) is fully accredited by the AMERICAN BOARD OF ACCREDITATION SERVICES (ABAS) as per ISO 9001:2015 standards for providing Training & Education Programs related to healthcare and allied sectors.

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