OVERVIEW
Climate change represents one of the most pressing issues of our time, affecting every nation and person. This certificate program covers climate change, its effects on public health, and ways to mitigate the impacts. Courses explore the effects of energy production and climate change on food, water, air and human health, through the lens of social justice.
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Students completing the certificate program will be able to:
- Explain the connection between climate and public health, ranging from temperature-related mortality and increasing rates of disease, to mass migration, food & water shortages, and resulting conflict
- Describe policies and practices in the US and around the world addressing the impact of climate change on health
- Summarize the role of various sectors (government, private and non-profit) in addressing climate change's impact on public health
- Distinguish between climate-related risks in developed countries and those in low- and middle-income countries
- Evaluate research related to climate change and health
- Discuss and predict how climate change will affect economics and social structures, including inequities in the risks and benefits associated with climate change
- Develop and discuss strategies that effectively mitigate and prevent adverse health effects caused by climate change.
ADMISSIONS
Contact information and complete admissions information is available on the certificate program page on the Bloomberg School of Public Health website.