The Prescription for Response: Hurricane Helene Emergency Coordination and Resource Management in Tennessee

by Tara Poole | Apr 2, 2025 | Featured Training, Training

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The Prescription for Response: Hurricane Helene Emergency Coordination and Resource Management in Tennessee

Overview:

This is a live webinar on May 6, 2025, from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm ET. Participants will use Zoom to join.

In this presentation, you will learn about the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and its impact on Tennessee. We will highlight public health and medical response efforts, including critical deployable equipment and strike teams utilized during the disaster. Additionally, we will explore pharmacy-related planning and response topics addressed throughout the event. This session will also cover successes and lessons learned from the response, providing valuable insights to inform strategies for mitigating the impact of future disasters.

Paul E. Petersen, PharmD, MPH, CEM, is the Director of the Tennessee Department of Health’s Emergency Preparedness Program. Dr. Petersen leads Tennessee’s response to all public health and medical emergencies. Tennessee has experienced a wide range of threats and public health emergencies requiring decisive action by program staff, health care coalitions, and other response partners. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he also served as the interim Director for the Vaccine-Preventable Disease and Immunization Program.

Originally from California, he earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree at the University of the Pacific Thomas L. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2001. Dr. Petersen completed his PGYI Pharmacy Practice Residency at Saint Thomas Hospital in Nashville, where he also served as the Clinical Operating Room Pharmacist prior to his move to state government in 2005. He completed his Master of Public Health degree at East Tennessee State University in 2022. He serves on various national preparedness policy committees, including work with the National Academies, National Emergency Management Association, and the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials. He is also an active member of several professional public health and pharmacy associations, including the 2025 President of the Nashville Area Pharmacists Association.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe the aftermath of Helene on infrastructure in Tennessee.
Summarize the health and medical response efforts, including deployable equipment leveraged during Helene.
Illustrate pharmacy-related planning and response topics that were navigated during Helene.
Prioritize critical emergency preparedness and response efforts to mitigate the impact of future disasters.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Think TB: Raising Tuberculosis Awareness and Enhancing Public Health Practices

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 24, 2025 | Featured Training, Training

Think TB: Raising Tuberculosis Awareness and Enhancing Public Health Practices

Year: 2025 | Competency/Strategic Skill: Public Health Fundamentals | Priority Topic: Other Infectious Diseases | Setting: Online | Format: On-Demand | Sponsor: Emory University/Central Office; Southeastern National Tuberculosis Center (SNTC); Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control Training and Technical Assistance (ARC IPC)

Overview:

This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on April 2, 2025.

Join our upcoming webinar to enhance your knowledge of tuberculosis and its implications for public health practice. This session is designed to help public health professionals recognize transmission risks, understand local and national epidemiological trends, and explore the significance of treatment burden and compliance. Learn the critical role of collaboration with state TB programs in effectively managing and preventing TB in your communities. Equip yourself to be a key player in the fight against tuberculosis.

Maria Lasley, BSN, RN, is a Nurse Consultant for the Southeastern National Tuberculosis Center (SNTC). As a consultant, Maria is involved with planning, developing, conducting and evaluating TB-related trainings. She provides technical assistance, nursing consultation, mentoring, and education on TB nursing practices and case management, as well as facilitates the exchange of information between internal and external medical providers, state and territory TB programs, local community health departments and laboratories. Maria is a self-motivated professional and demonstrates initiative with a focus on meeting or exceeding intended goals.

Pamela Nelson, BSN, RN, is the Regional Nursing Consultant and Area TB Coordinator for the Florida Department of Health (FDOH). Pamela has over 20 years of nursing experience with advanced training in tuberculosis, as well as emergency response and management. She is a member of the Florida Nurse Association and has received a number of honors and awards related to her work with tuberculosis and the state of Florida.

Amy Painter, BSN, RN, is the TB Division Director for the South Carolina Department of Public Health (SC DHEC). As the division director, she monitors and guides TB Control program activities to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local laws and regulations and with epidemiologic trends and grant deliverables. Amy is a self-starting, goal-oriented strategist whose confidence, perseverance, and vision promotes success. She has over twenty years of public health experience in a variety of programs and brings front-line nursing knowledge.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Define how tuberculosis (TB) is transmitted to increase awareness of transmission risks and its impact on the public’s health.
Summarize the local impact of TB and apply national TB epidemiology concepts to support local TB elimination efforts.
Explain treatment burden based on health and non-health factors that contribute to variability in individual risk and compliance (duration, # of pills, side effects).
Discuss the importance of partnering with the TB program in your state.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. Learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard when the certificate is available.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Empowered Leadership Series: Unified Teams – Strengthening Relationships for Workplace Success

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 14, 2025 | Featured Training, Training

Empowered Leadership Series: Unified Teams – Strengthening Relationships for Workplace Success

Overview:

This is a live webinar on April 22, 2025, from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm ET. Participants will use Zoom to join. This is the fourth session in a four-part webinar series. Learners may choose to register for all webinars in the series or for individual sessions.

Strong team dynamics are key to collaboration, innovation, and morale. This session equips supervisors with strategies to foster connection and resolve conflict within their teams. From facilitating inclusive team meetings to addressing misunderstandings and strengthening group cohesion, you’ll learn how to balance individual needs with collective goals. Discover tools and practices to build a team culture rooted in trust, respect, and belonging.

This is the fourth session in a 4-part webinar series that aims to elevate your supervisory skills and empower leaders in creating thriving workplaces. From prioritizing mental health and fostering trust to supporting employee growth and strengthening team dynamics, each session offers actionable strategies to enhance your effectiveness as a supervisor.

Dive into practical tools, engage in meaningful discussions, and learn how to build a workplace culture where individuals and teams can flourish. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to supervision, this series will provide fresh perspectives and practical approaches to lead with confidence and care.

Lacy Alana, LCSW, RSW, MSSW, is a trainer, psychotherapist, interpersonal neurobiology specialist, and multidisciplinary artist. Lacy uniquely fuses knowledge from brain science, applied improvisation, communication science, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind trainings, consulting, and 1:1 services.

Whether working in the corporate world, providing trainings and keynotes, running circus and improv theatre programs for neurodivergent and at-risk youth, teaching adults, working in the non-profit sector, training medical and helping professionals, or working as a psychotherapist – Lacy’s work focuses on teaching others how to effectively connect, create, communicate, and move through the world with the nervous system and communication science in mind.

Lacy holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the US, and Registered Social Worker in Canada. She has a degree in Creative Advertising, and is the founder and director of Yes And Brain, a company that blends brain science, applied improvisation, communication, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind experiential trainings, consulting, and courses.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Explore how relationships within the team context contribute to a thriving workplace.
Identify strategies for fostering connection and collaboration across the group.
Recognize the supervisor’s role in creating a cohesive team dynamic.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Empowered Leadership Series: Trust at the Core – Building Strong Supervisor-Staff Relationships

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 14, 2025 | Featured Training, Training

Empowered Leadership Series: Trust at the Core – Building Strong Supervisor-Staff Relationships

Overview:

This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on April 8, 2025. This is the third session in a four-part webinar series. Learners may choose to register for all webinars in the series or for individual sessions.

Trust is the foundation of any successful supervisory relationship. In this session, we’ll dive into how to establish, maintain, and repair trust to foster open communication and psychological safety. Gain actionable tools for transparent conversations, strategies for addressing mistakes constructively, and tips for giving feedback that strengthens relationships. Build the trust necessary for meaningful connection and long-term team success.

This is the third session in a 4-part webinar series that aims to elevate your supervisory skills and empower leaders in creating thriving workplaces. From prioritizing mental health and fostering trust to supporting employee growth and strengthening team dynamics, each session offers actionable strategies to enhance your effectiveness as a supervisor.

Dive into practical tools, engage in meaningful discussions, and learn how to build a workplace culture where individuals and teams can flourish. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to supervision, this series will provide fresh perspectives and practical approaches to lead with confidence and care.

Lacy Alana, LCSW, RSW, MSSW, is a trainer, psychotherapist, interpersonal neurobiology specialist, and multidisciplinary artist. Lacy uniquely fuses knowledge from brain science, applied improvisation, communication science, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind trainings, consulting, and 1:1 services.

Whether working in the corporate world, providing trainings and keynotes, running circus and improv theatre programs for neurodivergent and at-risk youth, teaching adults, working in the non-profit sector, training medical and helping professionals, or working as a psychotherapist – Lacy’s work focuses on teaching others how to effectively connect, create, communicate, and move through the world with the nervous system and communication science in mind.

Lacy holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the US, and Registered Social Worker in Canada. She has a degree in Creative Advertising, and is the founder and director of Yes And Brain, a company that blends brain science, applied improvisation, communication, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind experiential trainings, consulting, and courses.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Discuss the one-on-one dynamic between supervisors and staff.
Explore the foundational role of trust in the supervisor-staff relationship.
Recall strategies to establish, maintain, and repair trust over time.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Empowered Leadership Series: Growth in Action – Empowering Employee Potential

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 14, 2025 | Featured Training, Training

Empowered Leadership Series: Growth in Action – Empowering Employee Potential

Overview:

This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on March 25, 2025, from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm ET. This is the second session in a four-part webinar series. Learners may choose to register for all webinars in the series or for individual sessions.

Not only is prioritizing employee growth essential for engagement and retention, it also impacts engagement, performance, and workplace relationships. This webinar focuses on recognizing individual strengths and aspirations, offering tools for career mapping, skill-building, and meaningful stretch assignments. Learn creative ways to invest in your team’s development—even with limited resources—while aligning growth opportunities with organizational goals. Help your employees thrive and contribute to your team’s overall success.

This is the second session in a 4-part webinar series that aims to elevate your supervisory skills and empower leaders in creating thriving workplaces. From prioritizing mental health and fostering trust to supporting employee growth and strengthening team dynamics, each session offers actionable strategies to enhance your effectiveness as a supervisor.

Dive into practical tools, engage in meaningful discussions, and learn how to build a workplace culture where individuals and teams can flourish. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to supervision, this series will provide fresh perspectives and practical approaches to lead with confidence and care.

Lacy Alana, LCSW, RSW, MSSW, is a trainer, psychotherapist, interpersonal neurobiology specialist, and multidisciplinary artist. Lacy uniquely fuses knowledge from brain science, applied improvisation, communication science, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind trainings, consulting, and 1:1 services.

Whether working in the corporate world, providing trainings and keynotes, running circus and improv theatre programs for neurodivergent and at-risk youth, teaching adults, working in the non-profit sector, training medical and helping professionals, or working as a psychotherapist – Lacy’s work focuses on teaching others how to effectively connect, create, communicate, and move through the world with the nervous system and communication science in mind.

Lacy holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the US, and Registered Social Worker in Canada. She has a degree in Creative Advertising, and is the founder and director of Yes And Brain, a company that blends brain science, applied improvisation, communication, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind experiential trainings, consulting, and courses.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Recognize the link between employee growth and retention.
Identify strategies to support individual development while meeting team goals.
Explore creative ways to invest in employees without overextending resources.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Empowered Leadership Series: Cultivating Well-Being – Mental Health Strategies for Supervisors

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 14, 2025 | Featured Training, Training

Empowered Leadership Series: Cultivating Well-Being – Mental Health Strategies for Supervisors

Overview:

This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on March 12, 2025. This is the first session in a four-part webinar series. Learners may choose to register for all webinars in the series or for individual sessions.

Discover the critical role supervisors play in fostering a workplace that prioritizes mental health. This webinar explores the impact of stress and burnout on staff and supervisors alike, offering practical strategies to promote well-being, normalize conversations about mental health, and create a supportive environment. Learn how modeling self-care and healthy boundaries can positively influence your team while enhancing retention and morale.

This is the first session in a 4-part webinar series that aims to elevate your supervisory skills and empower leaders in creating thriving workplaces. From prioritizing mental health and fostering trust to supporting employee growth and strengthening team dynamics, each session offers actionable strategies to enhance your effectiveness as a supervisor.

Dive into practical tools, engage in meaningful discussions, and learn how to build a workplace culture where individuals and teams can flourish. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to supervision, this series will provide fresh perspectives and practical approaches to lead with confidence and care.

Lacy Alana, LCSW, RSW, MSSW, is a trainer, psychotherapist, interpersonal neurobiology specialist, and multidisciplinary artist. Lacy uniquely fuses knowledge from brain science, applied improvisation, communication science, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind trainings, consulting, and 1:1 services.

Whether working in the corporate world, providing trainings and keynotes, running circus and improv theatre programs for neurodivergent and at-risk youth, teaching adults, working in the non-profit sector, training medical and helping professionals, or working as a psychotherapist – Lacy’s work focuses on teaching others how to effectively connect, create, communicate, and move through the world with the nervous system and communication science in mind.

Lacy holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the US, and Registered Social Worker in Canada. She has a degree in Creative Advertising, and is the founder and director of Yes And Brain, a company that blends brain science, applied improvisation, communication, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind experiential trainings, consulting, and courses.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Recognize the role of supervisors in fostering a workplace that supports mental health.
Identify common stressors for staff and supervisors and their impact on team dynamics.
Recall practical strategies to promote mental health and well-being.
Recognize the role of staff mental health in relation to workforce retention.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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From Vision to Action: Creating Strength-Based Goals to Enhance Personal and Professional Growth

by R-IV PHTC | Jan 6, 2025 | Featured Training, Training

From Vision to Action: Creating Strength-Based Goals to Enhance Personal and Professional Growth

Overview:

This is a live webinar on January 31, 2025, from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm ET. Participants will use Zoom to join.

This webinar will help participants develop meaningful and achievable personal and professional goals through leveraging their unique strengths and abilities. Participants will explore practical strategies such as identifying personal competencies, understanding goal characteristics (approach vs. avoidance, performance vs. mastery), as well as using action planning techniques through interactive learning. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to apply these actionable tools and strategies to create sustainable goals that inspire growth and align with their values.

Lamarr Lewis, LAPC, is a dedicated public servant, mental wellness advocate, published author, and change agent. As a community-based practitioner, he has worked with such diverse groups as; individuals living with psychiatric disabilities, people in recovery, At-Hope (He does not use the term At-Risk) youth, and more. He tirelessly gives back to his community through homeless outreach initiatives, public speaking, mentoring, coaching, and finding ways to develop the next generation of leaders. He is an alumnus of Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, and received his master’s degree from Argosy University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He is currently a mental health therapist, trainer, and consultant. His lifelong mission is to leave the world better than when he found it.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify at least 2 ways to determine personal strengths that can support the development of achievable and realistic personal and professional goals for the new year.
Select 1 to 2 action planning techniques to create realistic, strength-based goals for personal and professional development.
Recognize how past successes and experiences can help to evaluate current progress with more clarity.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. Learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard when the certificate is available.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Foundations of Community Engagement and Outreach for Improving Health Outcomes Series

by R-IV PHTC | Oct 24, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Foundations of Community Engagement and Outreach Series

Foundations of Community Engagement and Outreach for Improving Health Outcomes Series

Overview:

Each webinar recording is 90 minutes in length.

Foundations of Community Engagement and Outreach for Improving Health Outcomes is a three-part webinar series designed to build capacity in effective community engagement and outreach. It focuses on overcoming barriers, fostering trust, and developing sustainable practices to improve health outcomes. Each session addresses key challenges and solutions to equip health departments with knowledge, skills, and resources to improve their community outreach efforts. Learners may choose to register for all webinars in the series or for individual sessions.

Webinar 1: Building Trust and Relationships with Communities — This webinar introduces community engagement, focusing on strategies for building trust and relationships with communities. It covers methods to address historical mistrust and develop meaningful partnerships. The goal of this session is to equip local health department staff with actionable community engagement and outreach strategies to improve health outcomes.

Webinar 2: Breaking Barriers Through Effective Communication with Communities — This webinar explores effective communication strategies for engaging with communities in a culturally responsive manner. It will address language and literacy barriers, misinformation, and the need for culturally sensitive interactions. The goal of this session is to equip participants with practical tools and techniques for fostering clear, respectful, and impactful communication with diverse populations.

Webinar 3: Sustaining Engagement and Achieving Health Outcomes with Communities — This webinar will focus on strategies for maintaining long-term community partnerships and the importance of evaluating engagement efforts. Participants will learn the importance of creating sustainable practices and assessing the impact of community engagement activities. The goal of this session is to provide participants with the knowledge and tools to foster enduring relationships with community partners, implement consistent and effective engagement practices, and utilize evaluation methods to measure and improve the outcomes of their initiatives.

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Future-Proof Public Health: Learning Agility for Leaders in a Changing World

by R-IV PHTC | Oct 9, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Future-Proof Public Health: Learning Agility for Leaders in a Changing World

Overview:

This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on November 6, 2024.

In today’s unpredictable public health environment, agility is a critical trait for leaders to thrive. Learning agility means adapting swiftly in ambiguous situations, applying past lessons to new challenges, and embracing curiosity. Agile leaders don’t rely on conventional solutions but continuously seek improvement and innovation. While agility is partly an inherent trait, it can be developed over time. Though more difficult to cultivate than skills like communication, leaders can enhance their agility through continuous learning and open-mindedness. In this rapidly changing landscape, learning agility is the cornerstone of future-proof leadership in public health.

Kirsten Rodgers, EdD, MSPH, MCHES®, is a dynamic leader with over twenty years of experience fostering a culture of continuous learning across public health agencies, nonprofit healthcare entities, and professional associations. As President of Proximate Learning, a national consulting firm, Kirsten leads a network of highly skilled consultants dedicated to developing innovative learning and leadership development experiences for small businesses, nonprofits, regional healthcare systems, and federal health agencies, including CDC and NIH.

Inspired by her study of learning agility at Teachers College, Columbia University, Kirsten has focused on building her leadership skills and coaching others to enhance their abilities through continuous learning and adaptability. She has developed and scaled innovative educational programs for global health organizations, impacting over 500,000 public health professionals worldwide. She has played a critical role in accreditation efforts for training programs across numerous Health and Human Services (HHS) branches.

With expertise in adult learning, strategic planning, and health education, Kirsten is passionate about building the capacity of leaders to adapt and innovate in rapidly changing environments. She holds an Ed.D. in Health Education from Columbia University and an M.S.P.H. from the University of South Carolina. She has served as an Adjunct Faculty member at institutions including Emory University, University of North Texas, and University of North Carolina Wilmington. Through her work at Proximate Learning, Kirsten and her team navigate federal funding processes, forge strategic relationships, and plan, implement, and evaluate impactful learning and leadership initiatives.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Articulate how learning agility contributes to driving innovation in public health.
Identify at least two new strategies to enhance learning agility.
Discuss at least one learning agility practice to incorporate daily for leadership development.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Leadership Journey Podcast Series

by R-IV PHTC | Oct 2, 2024 | Featured Training, Podcast, Training

Leadership Journey Podcast Series

Overview:

This is the second series offered as part of our Leading Public Health podcast with episodes available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

In the Leadership Journey Series we focus on the journey of leadership and how to recognize your strengths to better understand your purpose as a leader.

Episode 1: Building a Public Health Career with Moose Alperin (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 2: Professional Networking with Samantha Cinnick (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 3: Early Career Development with Nellie Garlow (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 4: Mentorship with Nina Johnson (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 5: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential – Part 1 with Emily Saunders (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 5: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential – Part 2 with Emily Saunders (available now) Download Transcript

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Leveraging Motivational Interviewing to Foster Positive Behavioral Change in Injury Prevention with Teens

by R-IV PHTC | Sep 4, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Leveraging Motivational Interviewing to Foster Positive Behavioral Change in Injury Prevention with Teens

Year: 2024 | Competency/Strategic Skill: Communication, Problem-Solving | Priority Topic: N/A | Setting: Online | Format: On-Demand | Sponsor: Emory University/Central Office, Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory University (IRPCE), Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Overview:

This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on November 15, 2024.

Motivational interviewing (MI) is a collaborative communication technique that aims to strengthen a person’s commitment and motivation to change. This webinar will review the basic concepts and skills needed to promote behavior change, especially when there is limited time with individuals. In this webinar, MI skills will be demonstrated through case scenarios related to injury prevention topics relevant to teens such as helmet use and teen driving behaviors. You will see these MI strategies applied to real life scenarios with engagement opportunities to practice applying these skills.

Amanda Batlle, MSN,RN, CPNP-PC, NPD-BC, is the Manager of Injury and Illness Prevention for Child Advocacy at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. She leads a team that focuses on reducing preventable injuries in Georgia’s children. Amanda also serves as the State Leader for Safe Kids Georgia which supports a network of local coalitions across the state in injury prevention efforts. Additionally, Amanda is the Atlanta Chapter Program Coordinator for Injury Free Coalition for Kids. Her work focuses on the top causes of preventable deaths in children including motor vehicle safety, firearm safety, drowning prevention, and safe sleep practices through program development, implementation, and evaluation.

Amanda is a primary care pediatric nurse practitioner and board-certified nursing professional development specialist. Her passion for keeping Georgia’s children healthy and safe through prevention education led Amanda to manage Children’s injury prevention programming after managing education, quality and accreditation for Children’s ambulatory clinics. Prior to joining Children’s, Amanda supported children in a number of ways, including teaching, nursing and working as a provider in both a private pediatric practice and a Federally Qualified Health Center serving the under- and uninsured. Seeing the various disparities in health outcomes, access to health services, and access to resources, Amanda became committed to ensuring all children have equitable access to the best care.

Amanda earned her Bachelor of Education in kinesiology from the University of Georgia and her Master of Science in nursing from Vanderbilt University. Amanda is pursuing a Doctorate of Nursing Practice and Master of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, which she will complete in 2025.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify the 4 key components of motivational interviewing and how they are applied.
Recognize when to apply motivational interviewing skills using case scenarios.
Assess a person’s readiness for behavior change.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Age-Friendly Public Health Systems in Action

by R-IV PHTC | Aug 29, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Age-Friendly Public Health Systems in Action

Overview:

This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on September 17, 2024.

Over the last 10 years, the number of adults in the U.S. aged 65 and over increased by over 34%, and is expected to grow to 98 million, or 24% of the U.S. population by 2060. Healthy aging has not historically been central to the public health agenda but clearly, public health interventions are at least partly responsible for the longevity we are experiencing today. Trust for America’s Health (TFAH) is working to elevate healthy aging as a core public health function through its Age-Friendly Public Health Systems (AFPHS) movement, based on a framework of six tenets that are guiding public health efforts to improve older adult health and well-being. This web training session will introduce participants to AFPHS, including examples from one local and one state health department that have adopted and implemented APHFS principles.

Megan Wolfe, JD, is the Senior Policy Development Manager at TFAH, where she works with the Policy Development team to advance a modernized, accountable public health system. Ms. Wolfe has been engaged in public policy and advocacy for over 20 years and has represented Fortune 500 and non-profit organizations. Most recently she served as Government Relations Manager for ASCD, an international education association comprising teachers, principals, superintendents, and higher education professionals. Primarily focused on education issues, she advocated for a whole-child approach to education, increased support for educator professional development, and raising the federal investment for education overall. Prior to her association with ASCD, she served as Government Relations Manager for the National Association for Sport and Physical Education, coordinating and leading all their federal advocacy efforts, including their annual lobby day, public policy agenda, and state affiliate advocacy efforts. She also has Capitol Hill experience, serving as a staff member for the Senate Judiciary Committee working on the federal judgeship confirmation process. Ms. Wolfe received her undergraduate degree in Government from the University of Texas at Austin and earned a J.D. from the Antonin Scalia Law School (formerly the George Mason University School of Law).

Karon L. Phillips, PhD, is the Policy Development Manager at TFAH, where she works with the Policy Development team on the age-friendly public health systems initiative. This initiative is focused on making healthy aging a core priority for public health. Prior to joining TFAH, she served as the Program Manager for USAging enGAGED, The National Resource Center for Engaging Older Adults. Dr. Phillips has also served as a Scientific Review Officer contractor for the Center for Scientific Review at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In this position, she supported the scientific review of research grant applications made to the NIH. She also has experience leading the implementation of programs and services focused on health promotion, including chronic disease self-management and falls prevention, and developing new partnerships to provide community -based services to older adults. Dr. Phillips received her undergraduate degree in English and Women’s Studies from Cornell University and earned her Master of Public Health degree and Ph.D. in Aging Studies from the University of South Florida. She currently holds leadership positions with the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) and the American Public Health Association. She is also fellow of GSA.

Elizabeth Head, MPH, specializes in aging and injury prevention. As deputy director for Injury Prevention at the Georgia Department of Public Health, Elizabeth manages staff working on injury prevention across the lifespan. She also coordinates Georgia’s CDC BOLD project. This project aims to incorporate public health into dementia work happening in the state. Ms. Head works with national, state, and local partners to achieve equitable and sustainable approaches to Injury Prevention.

Ryan E. Mims, CPH, CHES®, is the Chief Health Strategist and Public Health Services Manager for the Office of Community Health Strategy & Planning in the Florida Department of Health in Walton County. During his career, Ryan has been able to develop a diverse resumé of knowledge, skills, and abilities that are required to be an effective and impactful public health professional. His continuous dedication to public health and his community has honed and intertwined his passions of early childhood literacy, healthy aging, emergency preparedness, and community design—while serving in one of the fastest growing counties in the United States, Walton County, Florida. He is experienced in planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based interventions that continuously improve policies, systems, or environments to ensure health is an obtainable goal for everyone. He is pursuing his Doctor of Public Health degree at the University of South Florida.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Recognize the 6 tenets of the Age-Friendly Public Health Systems framework
Identify opportunities for public health collaboration to improve older adult health and wellbeing
Describe examples of state and local department of health practices on healthy aging

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Data Visualization and Storytelling for Public Health Professionals: How to Present Your Data in Meaningful and Impactful Ways

by R-IV PHTC | Aug 23, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Data Visualization and Storytelling for Public Health Professionals: How to Present Your Data in Meaningful and Impactful Ways

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This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar on September 24, 2024.

Data visualization and storytelling are powerful tools that can help you make sense of your data, as well as to communicate data insights, guide decision-making and persuade others. This webinar introduces the essential principles of data visualization and data storytelling. Participants will learn to transform data into compelling narratives and persuasive arguments, tailor visualizations for a specific audience, and avoid the most common data visualization and storytelling mistakes.

Dr. Amy Patterson, PhD, MHS, is an experienced public health practitioner and educator with 20 years of experience in health communication, mixed methods research, program evaluation, and public health pedagogy. She received an MHS in International Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a PhD in Behavioral Science and Health Education from Emory University. Dr. Patterson has worked with organizations such as The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The Carter Center, Save the Children, the DeKalb County Board of Health (Georgia), Global Dialogues, and Catholic Relief Services on projects in Atlanta, Mali, Nigeria, and Ethiopia related to HIV, childhood immunization, malaria, refugee and migrant health, maternal and reproductive health, and neglected tropical diseases.

Dr. Patterson joined the faculty of Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA, in 2013 to take on the leadership of their undergraduate major in Public Health. During her tenure at Agnes Scott College, she has contributed significantly to developing and implementing the college’s signature initiative, SUMMIT, which integrates global learning, leadership development, digital proficiency, and preparation for professional success throughout the curriculum and co-curriculum. As part of SUMMIT, she has taught workshops on Data Storytelling with Tableau and Microsoft Excel: Beyond the Basics. She also coordinates a funded internship program for public health students and facilitates an annual series of workshops on Professional Success in Public Health for Public Health majors and minors.

Dr. Patterson volunteers regularly with the Atlanta Area Evaluation Association’s Pro Bono Evaluation program, providing evaluation support to local non-profits. She is deeply committed to public health capacity-building in all aspects of her work.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify key applications for data visualization and storytelling in public health and their relevance to your work.
Employ the principles of effective data visualization to create images, graphics, and compelling narratives.
Tailor your data visualizations and stories to a particular audience.
Recognize and avoid the most common mistakes in data visualization and storytelling.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar, and an evaluation and resources module. After accessing the two modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Making Connections: Enhancing Collaboration through Effective Communication and Person-Centered Engagement

by R-IV PHTC | Aug 23, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Making Connections: Enhancing Collaboration through Effective Communication and Person-Centered Engagement

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This is a recording of a webinar held on August 20, 2024.

This webinar will focus on effective communication, increasing awareness, and the importance of active listening when engaging with colleagues, clients, and others. We will use interactive activities and discussions to teach techniques such as; active listening, positive reinforcement, and clear feedback. There will also be an emphasis on cultural humility. The goal is to improve communication with others in the workplace and in their community.

Lamarr Lewis, MA, LAPC, CPRP, is a dedicated advocate, author, and agent of change. He is an alumnus of Wittenberg University graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with minors in Africana Studies and Religion. He later received his master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Argosy University. His career spans over twenty years with experience as a therapist, consultant, public speaker, facilitator, trainer, and human service professional. He has been a featured expert for such organizations as; Boeing, Region IV Public Health Training Center, Fulton County Probate Court, Mississippi Department of Health, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, and many more. His lifelong mission is to leave the world better than how he found it.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe at least 2 techniques to enhance open communication, collaboration, and active listening.
Apply best practice concepts to mediate and diffuse potential conflicts through empathetic, person-centered methods within community and professional settings.
Identify strategies to bridge communication gaps between different areas.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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A Brain-Based Approach to Change Management: Working with Your Nervous System For Improved Outcomes

by R-IV PHTC | Jul 26, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

A Brain-Based Approach to Change Management: Working with Your Nervous System For Improved Outcomes

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This is a recording of a live webinar on August 28, 2024.

In today’s dynamic workplace, organizational change is both inevitable and essential for growth. However, successfully navigating change requires more than strategic planning – it demands a deep understanding of the challenges that individuals and teams face during organizational change, and knowledge in how to effectively manage them.

In this training, you’ll learn:

Nervous system-based frameworks to help you make sense of – and respond to – the most common challenges that present during windows or organizational change

Why and how change activates survival response systems that compromise our adaptability and resilience

How to work with the nervous system to overcome rigidity, tunnel vision, resistance, fear, stress, and common emotional responses to change

Lacy Alana, LCSW, RSW, MSSW, is a trainer, psychotherapist, interpersonal neurobiology specialist, and multidisciplinary artist. Lacy uniquely fuses knowledge from brain science, applied improvisation, communication science, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind trainings, consulting, and 1:1 services.

Whether working in the corporate world, providing trainings and keynotes, running circus and improv theatre programs for neurodivergent and at-risk youth, teaching adults, working in the non-profit sector, training medical and helping professionals, or working as a psychotherapist – Lacy’s work focuses on teaching others how to effectively connect, create, communicate, and move through the world with the nervous system and communication science in mind.

Lacy holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the US, and Registered Social Worker in Canada. She has a degree in Creative Advertising, and is the founder and director of Yes And Brain, a company that blends brain science, applied improvisation, communication, and psychology to offer one-of-a-kind experiential trainings, consulting, and courses.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe nervous system essentials that underpin common responses and behaviors that arise during periods of stress, transition, fear, change and uncertainty.
Identify effective nervous system based tools for addressing these challenges.
Commit to integrating nervous system-based practices in their workplace.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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An Introduction to Health in All Policies (HiAP) Implementation

by R-IV PHTC | Jun 3, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

An Introduction to Health in All Policies (HiAP) Implementation

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This is a recording of a 90-minute webinar held on June 26, 2024.

Health in All Policies (HiAP) is a proven tool that agencies and organizations can use as they work to embed health considerations into decisions, policies, and programs to address the most upstream determinants of health and advance health equity. In this webinar, NACCHO will provide an introduction to HiAP and the resources available, and Franklin County Public Health, OH, will give an overview of how they implemented HiAP in their jurisdiction.

Daan Wind, MPH, is a Program Analyst Public Health Law and Policy at the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO). He specializes in public health policy and promotes the implementation of Health in All Policies at local health departments around the United States. Daan has a Master of Public Health and previously worked in various health policy roles in his home country of the Netherlands.

Jennie McAdams, MPH, REHS, is the Sustainability Section Supervisor at Franklin County Public Health, a section created in 2019, that includes climate change efforts, lead and healthy homes programs and the solid and infectious waste team. She also serves on NEHAs Climate Change Workgroup as well as various local committees addressing climate change and sustainability. She leads internal and external climate efforts and works to create cross-sector partnerships.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe Health in All Policies.
Identify the strategies for implementing Health in All Policies.
Locate tools and resources for health departments and their partners to implement Health in All Policies.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Emergent Leadership for our Times: A Life-Affirming Approach to Collaborative Leadership

by R-IV PHTC | May 8, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Emergent Leadership for our Times: A Life-Affirming Approach to Collaborative Leadership

Overview:

This is a recording of a 90-minute webinar held on June 20, 2024

This session will introduce the participant to regenerative leadership (RL)- a positive, strength-based, relational, and adaptive approach to leading in complex times. The webinar will focus first on the concept of “leading with your whole self” and then define the RL approach to collaborating in complex contexts. The webinar will introduce the key mindset shifts required to develop your RL capabilities as well as specific skills required for more effective, collaborative leadership in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) times.

Dr. Marissa Levine is Professor of Public Health Practice at the University of South Florida (USF) College of Public Health (COPH) and collaborating faculty to the Department of Family Medicine and the Division of Infectious Diseases at the USF Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Her primary focus is on leadership for population health improvement. Dr. Levine directs the USF Center for Leadership in Public Health Practice at COPH where she teaches a positive, strength-based, systems thinking approach to leading in complex contexts, called regenerative leadership.

Dr. Levine is a retired family physician with 16 years of medical practice experience including as residency director for a family medicine residency. She subsequently completed 16 years of state government service culminating in being appointed as the Virginia State Health Commissioner and agency head for the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) from 2014-2018. As Commissioner, Dr. Levine led the effort to create an action framework for population health improvement called Virginia’s Plan for Well-Being and led significant public health emergency preparedness and response activities as the state ESF-8 lead.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe regenerative leadership.
Define the mindset, skillset and “netset” required to develop regenerative leadership.
Identify key resources to continue their regenerative leadership development.
Commit to one aspect of regenerative leadership that they would be willing to incorporate into their day-to-day leadership behaviors.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Understanding the Mental Health Impacts of Sexual Violence and Relationship Harm

by R-IV PHTC | Apr 2, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Understanding the Mental Health Impacts of Sexual Violence and Relationship Harm

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This is a recording of a webinar on April 23, 2024.

This webinar will discuss the mental health effects and impacts of sexual violence and relationship harm. The webinar will include general information about sexual violence, give an overview of mental health, and discuss how the two meet and affect a person who has experienced assault in their lifetime.

Taylor M. John is a Trauma Informed Full-Spectrum Doula with her own wellness and advocacy brand and online business called ‘TAYTALKS.’ Through her small business, Taylor hosts a podcast and aims to amplify and empower voices of color, as well as shed light on experiences and situations that are often swept under the rug.

Raised in a Caribbean American household of Guyanese, Jamaican, Chinese, and Cuban ancestry, Taylor M. John was influenced at an early age by a variety of cultures that inspired her passion for travel, languages, and global health. She received a degree from Syracuse University in international relations and citizenship and civic engagement, with a minor in Chinese. Taylor is currently studying at Emory University, Rollins School of Public Health, obtaining her Master of Public Health degree in Global Health with a concentration in Sexual and Reproductive Health.

In her free time, she loves to travel, attend events for her Sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated with her mom, fight the good fight for equality and justice for young girls and women, go on long walks with her dog and little brother KJ.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

To summarize the impacts that sexual violence has on one’s mental health.
To identiy ways in which sexual violence effects a person’s emotions, mental, and physical wellbeing.
To determine how to help someone (or a partner) who has experienced assault in a supportive way

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Colorectal Cancer: The Latest Research and Guidance on Risk, Screening Recommendations, and Resources to Support Public Health Professionals

by R-IV PHTC | Mar 13, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Colorectal Cancer: The Latest Research and Guidance on Risk, Screening Recommendations, and Resources to Support Public Health Professionals

Overview:

This is a recording of a webinar on March 26, 2024.

In 2024, an estimated 159,600 cases of colorectal cancer will be diagnosed in the US, and a total of 53,010 people will die from these cancers. Raising colorectal cancer screening rates is more critical than ever as incidence grows among people younger than 55 years of age. Even more concerning are recent findings that show colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in men and the second in women under 50 years old. This leads us to ask questions about why rates have gone up and what we should be looking for. This webinar will discuss current nutrition and colorectal cancer research being conducted through the American Cancer Society. It will also address the basics of colorectal cancer by touching on current guidelines and the importance of making this cancer an area of focus. The webinar will introduce the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable and provide several resources available to public health practitioners.

Caroline Um, PhD, MPH, RD, is a Principal Scientist in Population Science at the American Cancer Society (ACS). Her research focuses on understanding risk factors of colorectal and other gastrointestinal cancers, with a particular interest in colorectal cancer in younger populations. She first joined ACS as a postdoctoral fellow and investigated how various foods and nutrients are related to colorectal cancer risk. Now, to investigate the role of the gut and oral microbiomes in cancer risk and progression, she leads the CPS-3 Gut & Oral Microbiome Sub-Study, which has collected over 10,000 paired stool and saliva samples from participants of the CPS-3 cohort. Caroline received her BS and MPH degrees in Nutrition at the University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill and her PhD in Nutrition at Emory University.

Emily Bell, MPH, Director of the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Summarize the risk factors associated with colorectal cancer.
Recommend effective strategies to help mitigate the risks of colorectal cancer.
Explain current colorectal cancer screening guidelines.
Locate colorectal cancer resources available to public health practitioners.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Bolstering Nutrition Security: Public Health Strategies That Promote Healthier Food Environments

by R-IV PHTC | Mar 4, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Bolstering Nutrition Security: Public Health Strategies That Promote Healthier Food Environments

Overview:

This is a recording of a webinar on March 22, 2024.

Poor nutrition is associated with early disease and death in the United States due to the increased risk for diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. While poor nutrition can affect anyone, not all Americans have consistent and equitable access to healthy, safe, and affordable food. This talk will cover evidence-based nutrition interventions that are part of state and community efforts to improve nutrition security. The webinar will touch on nutrition standards within early care and education (childcare), food banks and pantries, as well as food service guidelines that can be used in parks and recreation, worksites, hospitals, and other community settings. The webinar will also discuss community fruit and vegetable programs, including voucher incentives and Produce Prescription programs to help individuals become more food secure and help support chronic disease self-management. CDC’s web resources, such as Data, Trends, Maps, and its State and Community Media Center, which hosts nutrition content for reaching consumer audiences, will be provided.

Heidi Michels Blanck, Ph.D., (Retired, Captain USPHS), Branch Chief, Obesity Prevention and Control, Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Dr. Blanck serves as CDC’s Chief of Community Nutrition and Obesity Prevention and Control. In this capacity, she supports teams working on national and state nutrition and obesity surveillance, applied research, and technical assistance to state and local partners to improve health and nutrition security through early childcare and education (ECE) programs, nutrition standards, fruit and vegetable community programs, and family healthy weight programs to support healthy child growth. Dr. Blanck also supports research-practitioner partnerships, including the Nutrition and Obesity Policy Research and Evaluation Network (NOPREN) and the National Collaborative for Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR). Dr. Blanck received her Ph.D. in Nutrition and Health Science from Emory University and her M.S. in Molecular Biology from the University of Michigan.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify evidence-based nutrition interventions to improve nutritional security.
Explain the use of nutrition standards and food service guidelines in a variety of settings.
Promote community food and vegetable programs that can help individuals become more food secure and help support chronic disease self-management.
Locate web-based resources with nutrition content aimed at reaching consumer audiences.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Fighting for Public Health: How Do We Strengthen Public Health Advocacy at Local, State, and National Levels?

by R-IV PHTC | Jan 9, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

Fighting for Public Health: How Do We Strengthen Public Health Advocacy at Local, State, and National Levels?

Overview:

This is a recording of a live webinar on January 22, 2024.

The politicization of widely accepted practices like vaccinations and the declaration of public health emergencies is directly impacting public health’s ability to protect and promote healthy communities. The decline in trust and investment in public health has raised the question: How can we strengthen public health advocacy at local, state, and national levels? In a feasibility study conducted by the Network for Public Health Law, public health advocates and leaders from 45 organizations were asked this very question. Their responses provide a snapshot of the current state of public health and highlight opportunities to amplify the voice of public health and our partners in advocating for evidence-based policies and approaches. Join us in this webinar to learn more about the findings from this study and the opportunities to work together to support the profession and practice of public health. Participants will also learn how to build skills to better communicate public health to all in their community and the resources available to support this critical advocacy work.

After working in the fields of public health, evaluation & research, and philanthropy for over a decade, Maddie Frey started Frey Evaluation, LLC, a public health evaluation firm in 2018 to provide consulting services for organizational learning, evaluative thinking & tools, and movement toward systems change. Maddie’s previous work includes Cottage Health Hospital Director of Population Health Evaluation (Santa Barbara, CA), Healthcare Georgia Foundation’s Director of Evaluation (Atlanta, GA), Center for Community Health & Evaluation (Seattle, WA), and Georgia State University SPH Adjunct Faculty. Ms. Frey has an MPH from the University of Washington’s community-oriented public health practice program, and a BA in anthropology from Smith College. As an athlete and organizer, Maddie co-founded, led or coached the following organizations: Georgia Tech Wreck, Atlanta Women’s Ultimate, Atlanta Outbreak, Atlanta Soul, the Premier Ultimate League, and the Premier Ultimate League Foundation.

Iyanrick John serves as Vice President of External Affairs for ChangeLab Solutions. In this role, he is responsible for assisting with development and execution of the organization’s policy strategy, building and cultivating relationships with partners, and elevating the organization’s national profile. Prior to joining ChangeLab Solutions, Iyan served as a Senior Policy Strategist for the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF), where he assisted with policy and advocacy efforts to expand access to health care, improve health care quality, and further the collection and reporting of data for communities to address health inequities. He was also a lecturer at the California State University, East Bay Department of Public Health and worked as a Policy Analyst for the Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities at the Maryland Department of Health. Iyan has an MPH in Epidemiology from Loma Linda University and a JD from the University of Maryland School of Law.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe at least 2 tensions that study participants identified as needing to be voiced and acknowledged to strengthen advocacy.
List the 6 opportunities to strengthen advocacy identified through the study and corresponding ideas about how to seize on those opportunities.
Locate resources to improve communication and advocacy skills of public health and health-related workforces.

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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The Emotionally Intelligent Leader: A Critical Role in Improving the Work Environment

by R-IV PHTC | Jan 5, 2024 | Featured Training, Training

The Emotionally Intelligent Leader: A Critical Role in Improving the Work Environment

Overview:

This is a recording of a live webinar on January 26, 2024.

An emotionally intelligent leader is aware of their thoughts and behaviors and how the two impact the individuals and teams they lead. The result, more productive and collaborative teams who communicate effectively. The Emotionally Intelligent Leader webinar will dispel myths about emotions’ place in the work environments and provide a foundational understanding of emotional intelligence to include an introduction to a theoretical model that guides individual and social behaviors. Participants will complete this webinar with skills and strategies to elevate their emotional intelligence for their personal and team’s success.

Nina M. Johnson, EdS, LMSW, APTD, has 15 consecutive years of professional experience in learning and talent development for communities, not-for-profit organizations, and government municipality. As a skilled communicator, Nina has a history of implementing innovative programs focused on learner needs and performance enhancement. Utilizing her experience as a social worker, Nina employs exceptional relationship-building skills to connect with communities and clients with honor and respect to design and implement learning and leadership initiatives that are reflective of the needs and capacity of the community. Much of Nina’s work encourages and empowers leaders and potential leaders to access vulnerability, hope, and authenticity as leadership tools. As a learning and leadership consultant, Nina develops, delivers, and evaluates leadership development programming and trainings for communities, organizations, and individuals. In addition to establishing transformative learning programs, Nina contributes to organizational cultures by championing initiatives to boost belonging and diversity. In addition to establishing transformative learning programs, Nina contributes to organizational cultures by championing initiatives to boost belonging and diversity.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Define emotional intelligence
Explain how emotionally intelligent leaders can improve the work environment and team performance
Identify specific strategies to elevate their emotional intelligence

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

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Foundations of Health Communication

by R-IV PHTC | Nov 30, 2023 | Featured Training, Training

Foundations of Health Communication

Overview:

This is a self-paced course series.

Foundations of Health Communication is a series of self-paced, on-demand courses that address the need for communication training. Effective communication skills are essential to the public health workforce’s efforts to collaborate with partners and teams, educate policymakers, convey messages during an emergency, or take action in other ways as we work to build healthier communities.

Course 1: Communicating Clearly: The Importance of Plain Language – designed to help the workforce learn about the basic principles of plain language, understand the benefits of clearer communication in all their work, and how to apply the principles to content ranging from educational materials to social media posts.

Course 2: Improving Health Literacy for All – provides an overview of health literacy from the individual and organizational levels and introduces some techniques and tools to improve health literacy.

Course 3: Understanding and Tackling Misinformation and Disinformation – introduces misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation (MDM) and explores its origins, how it spreads, the harm it can cause, and how to prevent and manage it.

Course 4: Introduction to Using Social Media – provides an overview of how and why organizations should use social media to advance their public health goals.

Course 5: Audience Segmentation: A Critical Skill in Planning Public Health Communication – provides an overview of audience segmentation and explains how it helps with the development of targeted messages.

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Working with the News Media: How to Enhance Your Message

by R-IV PHTC | Jul 20, 2023 | Featured Training, Training

Working with the News Media: How to Enhance Your Message

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This is a recording of a live webinar on September 6, 2023.

What do we do when we are asked to talk about a public health issue? How do we ensure that the public trusts what they hear when important information about a public health issue is shared on the news? How do public health professionals demonstrate confidence and competence when called on to share important information? The objective of this webinar is to equip participants with an understanding of how to work with the news media in both a proactive and reactive manner. The course covers the basics of media relations, and provides tips on developing a media strategy, proactively pitching story ideas, interviewing techniques, staying on message, and controlling the communication.

Dr. Cynthia Jorgensen is an Adjunct Professor at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health, with joint appointments in the Department of Behavioral, Social and Health Education Sciences and the Executive MPH Program. Dr. Jorgensen recently retired from the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, where she was the Associate Director for Communication, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases. In this role, she oversaw the communications efforts for a variety of vaccine-preventable and respiratory diseases and was actively engaged in CDC’s COVID-19 response. While at CDC for more than 30 years, Dr. Jorgensen applied her expertise in behavioral science and health communications to the development and implementation of several award-winning campaigns in hepatitis, cancer, genomics, and HIV/AIDS. Cynthia has held numerous leadership positions, including Chair of CDC’s Behavior and Social Sciences Working Group (BSSWG) and President of the National Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE). Cynthia received her doctoral degree in Health Behavior and Communications from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her BA/MA in Health Communications from Boston University.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe the importance of having a media strategy
Discuss the differences between a proactive and reactive media relations
Name four documents that can help control the message when working with the news media
Apply key media relations principles when responding to a media interview
Develop compelling sound bites for audio or video interviews

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar plus an additional module for the evaluation and any other resources. After accessing both modules and completing the evaluation link, the course will be marked as complete in Learn Upon. When the course is complete, the certificate will be available for learners to download directly from their course dashboard.

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Show Me the Money! Effective Strategies for Identifying and Writing Winning Grants

by R-IV PHTC | Apr 28, 2023 | Featured Training, Training

Show Me the Money! Effective Strategies for Identifying and Writing Winning Grants

Year: 2023 | Competency/Strategic Skill: Resource Management and Financial Planning | Priority Topic: N/A | Setting: Online | Format: On-Demand| Sponsor: Emory University/Central Office; Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory (IPRCE)

Overview:

This is a recording of a live webinar held on May 19, 2023.

Public health practice depends on funding to function. This training focuses on understanding, identifying, and securing funding to meet your organization’s strategic needs. Strategic grant writing aligns the needs of organizations with funding sources, whether foundations, government agencies, corporations, or individuals. This webinar offers an introductory-level guide to the basics of strategic grant writing and how to successfully identify, plan, and write winning grants. It also outlines the components included in every grant proposal and highlights grant writing best practices, tips, tools, and resources to support your grant writing efforts.

Tom Stevenson is a freelance grant writer and consultant with a 14-year record of success in winning federal, corporate, and foundation funding for nonprofit organizations at the state and local levels. He has extensive experience working with diverse community organizations including Youth Empowerment Project, Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse for Greater New Orleans, Odyssey House Louisiana, Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans, Acadiana, Center Point, Inc. in San Rafael, CA, and other award-winning nonprofit organizations. With his expertise in completing strategic prospect research, writing compelling proposal language, strategic program planning, and data collection, Tom has won more than $17M in winning grants for local organizations and nonprofit clients. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English Writing from Loyola University, a Master of Public Health from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and currently resides in the New Orleans, LA area.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify potential funding sources to support your agency’s work
Describe how to research a funding source to determine if it aligns with your community’s needs and agency’s goals
List 2 best practices for moving forward with a funding opportunity you are interested in
Identify the sections usually included in a grant proposal
Explain 2 tips for writing a persuasive proposal
Locate tools, templates, and other resources to support your grant-writing efforts

CERTIFICATE: The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

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Strategies for Combatting Health Misinformation

by R-IV PHTC | Sep 27, 2022 | Featured Training, Training

Strategies for Combatting Health Misinformation

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This is a recording of the live webinar scheduled for October 13, 2022 at 12PM CT.

Misinformation has been a risk factor throughout the pandemic, leading to more disease and death from COVID-19. Dr. Katrine Wallace (UIC School of Public Health) is an epidemiologist and social media science communicator who debunks misinformation and false claims about COVID-19 and the vaccines. In this webinar, Dr. Wallace will explain the difference between misinformation vs disinformation, discuss why disinformation is such a widespread public health issue, and identify strategies to combat health misinformation among your own friends/family/workplace.

This webinar is co-sponsored by Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control Training and Technical Assistance and the Region IV Public Health Training Center.

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Professional Growth through Public Speaking: Increasing Your Presentations Skills for Career Success

by R-IV PHTC | Mar 30, 2022 | Featured Training, Training

Professional Growth through Public Speaking: Increasing Your Presentations Skills for Career Success

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This is a recording of a webinar held on March 22, 2022.

This session, featuring Gillian Landgraff, Senior Learning Consultant, Learning & Organizational Development, Emory University, is designed to introduce proven techniques to demonstrate confidence when speaking publicly, describe components of an effective presentation, recognize common errors in the use of A/V equipment, PowerPoint, and props, and identify ways to assess and gain control of the audience. Session discussions will focus on preparing participants with presentation techniques and the do’s and don’ts of being an effective presenter. By examining their skill gaps and opportunities for growth, participants can enhance presentation skills for career success. Participants will leave this session with strategies to build their skillsets to deliver the presentations with confidence while captivating the audience!

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Misinformation As a Risk Factor During the COVID-19 Pandemic

by R-IV PHTC | Mar 9, 2022 | Featured Training, Training

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Misinformation As a Risk Factor During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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This is a recording of the live webinar scheduled for April 26, 2022 at 12PM CT.

Misinformation has been a risk factor throughout the pandemic, leading to more disease and death from COVID-19. Dr. Katrine Wallace (UIC School of Public Health) is an epidemiologist and social media science communicator who debunks misinformation and false claims about COVID-19 and the vaccines. In this talk, she will discuss the difference between misinformation vs disinformation, the techniques that people use to mislead, why misinformation goes so viral on social media, and how viral misinformation is negatively affecting public health.

This webinar is co-sponsored by Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control Training and Technical Assistance and the Region IV Public Health Training Center.

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Community Assessment: Conducting Surveys

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 25, 2022 | Featured Training, Training

Community Assessment: Conducting Surveys

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This is a self-paced online course expected to take 45 minutes to complete.

This course provides an introduction to planning for and conducting community surveys. It introduces concepts and applies knowledge and skills that are essential for planning for and conducting a survey and analyzing and disseminating survey data specifically for the purpose of community assessment. It is an introductory-level course designed to build competence in data analytics and assessment as well as community engagement in public health professionals, especially those in the governmental public health workforce. There are no prerequisites.

The course contains two modules: the content module and an evaluation. After finishing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu.

About the Course Developers
This course was developed by the Region IV Public Health Training Center at the Emory University Rollins Schools of Public Health. The content was developed by Kirsten Rodgers, EdD, MSPH, MCHES®, Principal and Owner of Proximate Learning.

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Difficult Dialogues: Learning Effective Communication About Tough Topics

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 25, 2022 | Featured Training, Training

Difficult Dialogues: Learning Effective Communication About Tough Topics

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This is a recording of the live webinar scheduled for March 10, 2022 at 12PM CT.

In today’s polarized and increasingly isolated communication landscape it can feel impossible to break through the noise and establish a meaningful dialogue about issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. In this webinar, Dr. Adam Brooks from the University of Alabama shares with us the basis for effective communication and how to shift tough topics from a debate to a dialogue.

By the end of this webinar you will be able to:

Identify the techniques of effective communication.
Break down barriers to arrive at shared understanding.
Determine the difference between dialogue and debate.
Apply the four steps of active listening.
Recognize the barriers put up around complex issues like vaccine.
Develop strategies to structure conversations for better outcomes.

This webinar is co-sponsored by Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control Training and Technical Assistance and the Region IV Public Health Training Center.

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Adaptive Leadership for Public Health Podcast Series

by R-IV PHTC | Dec 2, 2021 | Featured Training, Podcast, Training

Adaptive Leadership for Public Health Podcast Series

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This is a podcast series with six episodes offered as part of our Leading Public Health podcast. Each episode is about 20 minutes. New episodes are released monthly.

Adaptive Leadership for Public Health is designed to help tier 3 (senior management/executive level) public health professionals address complex challenges by growing and thriving as an adaptive leader.

Episode 1: What is Adaptive Leadership? (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 2: Leadership Principles and Practices (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 3: Cultural Competence (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 4: Managing Conflict (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 5: Collaborative Leadership (available now) Download Transcript

Episode 6: Leading Change (available now) Download Transcript

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Reinvesting in the Health and Wellness of America

by R-IV PHTC | Sep 28, 2021 | Featured Training, Training

Reinvesting in the Health and Wellness of America

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This is a recording of a webinar held on October 12, 2021.

Dr. William E. Cooke is a physician in a rural, southern Indiana town of Austin, Indiana, and has first-hand knowledge of how the resources and opportunities available to communities impact the health, prosperity, and wellbeing of the people living there. Discrimination and deindustrialization have left pockets of concentrated poverty, toxic stress, and inequity and created health disadvantages for many. Unfortunately, our public health system has not risen to the challenge. In his book, Canary in the Coal Mine: A Forgotten Rural Community, a Hidden Epidemic, and a Lone Doctor Battling for the Life, Health, and Soul of the People, Dr. Cooke discusses these factors and how they came into play in his fight against the opioid epidemic and the worst drug-fueled HIV outbreak ever seen in rural America.

In this webinar and based on his experiences in Austin, Dr. Cooke will discuss the need to reinvest in the health and wellness of America and to build an effective public health system that benefits everyone in the community.

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Making Meetings Matter

by R-IV PHTC | Jul 8, 2021 | Featured Training, Training

Making Meetings Matter

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This is a two-hour recording of a webinar held on July 15, 2021.

Recent research says that executives average 23 hours per week in meetings and 49% of participants considered unfocused meetings and projects as the biggest workplace time waster and the primary reason for unproductive work days.In this session you’ll learn tactics to reduce meeting attendance and make the meetings you are going to more efficient and (dare we say) more fun. From pre-meeting planning, to structured meeting styles, to post-meeting follow up, participants will do hands-on training that will improve any meeting they are running. Stop steamrollers before they start, draw out the quiet experts in the room, be strategic with your slide deck and keep your agenda on track. By energizing and activating meetings, hopefully we can get out of meetings a little faster and a little happier.

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Using Message Framing Tools to Build and Sustain Cross-Sector Partnerships

by R-IV PHTC | Apr 1, 2021 | Featured Training, Training

Using Message Framing Tools to Build and Sustain Cross-Sector Partnerships

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This is a 30-minute self-paced online module. This is the second of three courses about Public Health Reaching Across Sectors (PHRASES).

This course focuses on the 10 PHRASES (Public Health Reaching Across Sectors) framing recommendations and four framing tools. The four framing tools included in the PHRASES Toolkit are frame elements, sample emails, “When You Say They Think” charts, and reframed answers to tough questions.

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Leading Change in Informatics and Data Analysis

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 26, 2021 | Featured Training, Training

Leading Change in Informatics and Data Analysis

Change is a constant in both our personal and professional lives. The idea that human beings naturally resist change is deeply ingrained into our culture and how we think about change. This course provides public health professionals with a foundation in change management and practical tools for utilizing formal change management for an informatics or data analytics project.

The entire training is expected to take 30 minutes to complete. There are no prerequisites.

The course contains three modules: the content module, a workbook, and an evaluation. After finishing all three modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu.

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Dynamic Education And Learning (DEAL)

by R-IV PHTC | Jan 19, 2021 | Featured Training, Training

Dynamic Education And Learning (DEAL)

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These are recordings of our 5-session series of 90-minute interactive online workshops offered every other week starting March 10, 2022 and ending May 5, 2022. All sessions were from 1–2:30 pm ET. Learners may choose to register for all workshops in the series or for individual sessions.

Dynamic Education And Learning (DEAL) is designed for public health professionals who want to elevate the quality of the distance-based trainings they develop and deliver. The series covers training planning, promotion, implementation and evaluation. Although much of the content is developed with distance-based training in mind, many concepts can also be applied in in-person trainings as well. Learners can register for any or all of the five sessions.

Session 1 Best Practices for Developing Quality Distance-based Training covers key terminology, e-learning standards, best practices and unique considerations for engaging in the distance-learning environment.

Session 2 Developing a Strong Foundation for Your Training covers how to define and learn about a target audience, develop learning objectives, create appealing titles and descriptions, and ways to promote training offerings.

Session 3 Introduction to Technology for Teaching and Assessment covers technology tools and the selection of appropriate strategies and technologies for teaching and assessment.

Session 4 How to Create Engaging Webinars and Interactive Slideshows covers webinars and interactive slideshows, and discusses the value of interaction in adult learning and how technology can be used to engage learners.

Session 5 Developing Training Evaluations covers methods of evaluation, Kirkpatrick’s levels of evaluation, effective survey questions, and strategies of data collection.

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An Overview of Public Health Reaching Across Sectors

by R-IV PHTC | Dec 1, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

An Overview of Public Health Reaching Across Sectors

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This is a 30-minute online course. This is the second of three courses about Public Health Reaching Across Sectors (PHRASES).

This online course is an overview of Public Health Reaching Across Sectors or PHRASES, a compilation of communication strategies and tools for public health professionals to use to foster a better understanding of public health and the greater willingness of other sectors to engage in cross-sector partnerships. It will provide an introduction to how productive framing and messaging can improve partnerships and overall health outcomes, and an overview of the tools and strategies PHRASES provides to improve communication to other sectors.

PHRASES is a joint project of the de Beaumont Foundation and the Aspen Institute’s Health, Medicine and Society Program.

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Community Assessment: Conducting Focus Groups

by R-IV PHTC | May 18, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

Community Assessment: Conducting Focus Groups

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This is a self-paced online course expected to take 60 minutes to complete.

Community assessments use qualitative methods to learn about beliefs, values, and perspectives of needs and assets of a community. Qualitative methods include interviews, focus groups, and forums. The purpose of this course is to introduce focus groups as a method to gain valuable community-level data and provide a practical strategy to plan for, conduct, and analyze the results of a focus group. It is an introductory-level course designed to build competence in data analytics and assessment as well as community engagement in public health professionals, especially those in the governmental public health workforce. There are no prerequisites.

This course contains four modules: an interactive video, reflection questions, resources and an evaluation. The entire training is expected to take 40 minutes to complete. After finishing all modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu.

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Thriving in an Online Work Environment

by R-IV PHTC | May 5, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

Thriving in an Online Work Environment

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Are you now working remotely? Are you finding it difficult to manage your stress and productivity? Are you frustrated by inefficient virtual meetings? Are you responsible for transitioning in-person trainings to the online environment? If you are grappling with these issues and others, you are not alone.

The Midwestern Public Health Training Center, the Rocky Mountain Public Health Training Center, and the Region IV Public Health Training Center have collaborated to create this course, Thriving in an Online Work Environment. Full of useful tips, practices, and resources for staying productive and connected in an online environment, this course can be viewed in its entirety or by individual topics.

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Community Assessment: Conducting Windshield and Walking Surveys

by R-IV PHTC | Mar 5, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

Community Assessment: Conducting Windshield and Walking Surveys

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This is a self-paced online course expected to take 40 minutes to complete.

This course introduces the components of windshield and walking surveys, explains the data collection and analysis process, and discusses how observational data can be used to inform subsequent phases of the community assessment. It is an introductory-level course designed to build competence in data analytics and assessment as well as community engagement in public health professionals, especially those in the governmental public health workforce. There are no prerequisites.

This course contains four modules: an interactive video, reflection questions, resources and an evaluation. The entire training is expected to take 40 minutes to complete. After finishing all modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.

Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu.

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An Introduction to Community Assessment and Data Collection

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 21, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

An Introduction to Community Assessment and Data Collection

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This is a self-paced online course expected to take 45 minutes to complete.

This course provides an introduction to community assessment, data collection and sharing data findings. It is an introductory-level course designed to build competence in data analytics and assessment as well as community engagement in public health professionals, especially those in the governmental public health workforce. The course contains four modules: the content module, reflection questions, tools and resources, and an evaluation.

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Embracing Public Health 3.0 and Creating Cross-Sector Partnerships

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 11, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

Embracing Public Health 3.0 and Creating Cross-Sector Partnerships

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This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar.

The Future of Public Health report, published in 1988, by the Institute of Medicine, highlighted emerging issues and questioned health departments’ infrastructures and capacity to respond. The report revealed a public health system in disarray. Over the years, public health has evolved, and many health concerns have been addressed.

Today Public Health 3.0 is positively informing public health practice. South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) Upstate Public Health Region and Tennessee Department of Health have both embraced the Public Health 3.0 practice era. This presentation will discuss lessons learned by each of these states and how minor adjustments can lead to stronger cross-sectoral community partnerships.

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Thriving through Change

by R-IV PHTC | Feb 11, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

Thriving through Change

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This is a 90-minute recording of a live webinar.

Change can be scary. It involves terrible things like the unknown, discomfort, work, and losing control. It can also be an opportunity for discovery, growth, creativity, and letting go. In fact, these things are often two sides of the same coin. So how can we make the most out of a world where so much is constantly in flux? How can we move forward and be productive when we never seem to have enough information or time to make the right decision?

Instructor Shana Merlin will be pulling tools from the world of improvisational theater, where change is happening constantly in front of a live audience. We will take a look at what our internal response is to change and see if we can shift it into something more productive. Like a good improviser, participants will learn how to recover quickly from unexpected events, be curious about the unfamiliar, be flexible in response to new information and start things without knowing exactly how they will end.

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Modern Mentorship: Growing Public Health Leaders

by R-IV PHTC | Jan 10, 2020 | Featured Training, Training

Modern Mentorship: Growing Public Health Leaders

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This is a 90-minute recording of a webinar.

Now more than ever public health is doing more with less. How can we grow, retain and better engage our best resource: our people?

This webinar will expose the participant to mentorship as a way for Public Health to increase retention and engagement. Participants will be able to identify the value of mentorship, identify 4 models of mentorship, understand the benefits of having a mentorship program and identify some strategies for creating a successful program.

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The Prescription for Response: Hurricane Helene Emergency Coordination and Resource Management in Tennessee

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Think TB: Raising Tuberculosis Awareness and Enhancing Public Health Practices

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