Elective Years 1 & 2: Global Health Education and Advocacy
Department: | Medical Students' Association and the Global Health Program |
Title: | Global Health Education and Advocacy |
Location: | Varies |
Duration: |
12 hours |
Contact: |
msvapcommunity@ualberta.ca; lo.globalhealth@gmail.com and ghfomd@ualberta.ca Preceptor: Dr Katherine Smith kesmith@ualberta.ca Dr Dominic Allain |
Overview: |
The overarching goal of this elective is to create a basis for future global health experiences. Students will develop an understanding of the concepts of global health and ethical engagement. With this knowledge, students will practice health promotion in a way that empowers communities. |
Objectives: |
Medical students will:
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Additional Notes: |
**This elective must be completed in its entirety for students to be eligible to attend any international electives. Also ensure that you contact Patricia Grell from Global Health ghfomd@ualberta.ca Patricia will contact Risk Management regarding applicable insurance/liability coverage. Students are welcome to complete the elective even if they do not desire to participate in international electives. Additionally, hours may be used towards completing the 12 hour Community Engagement – Mix and Match elective. https://sites.google.com/ |
Last Updated: November 1, 2023 |