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Public Safety Responses to Public Health Emergencies unit (CPS207)

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Introduction

Public health emergencies can have both substantial and unequal effects on the health and wellbeing of populations and communities. This unit examines how public health principles and evidence inform the prevention, preparedness, management and evaluation of public health emergencies. Throughout this unit, you will explore the determinants, distribution and population health impacts of public health threats, with particular attention to populations experiencing increased risk or disadvantage. Using contemporary case studies, you will analyse public health surveillance, risk assessment, prevention and control measures, health communication, community engagement and strategies for protecting population health. You will also evaluate how public health authorities, public safety and government agencies, communities and other organisations work together, considering governance, legal and ethical responsibilities, health equity, public trust and opportunities to strengthen future public health preparedness.

Summary

Unit name Public Safety Responses to Public Health Emergencies
Unit code CPS207
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Paramedicine and Public Safety
Discipline Policing and Emergency Management
Coordinator Mr Jonathon Sward
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

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Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Online Semester 2 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
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  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 05/07/2027 27/07/2027 30/08/2027 24/10/2027

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Learning Outcomes

  • Critically analyse the determinants, distribution and population health impacts of public health emergencies across local, national and international contexts.
  • Evaluate evidence-informed public health approaches to surveillance, risk assessment, prevention, preparedness, communication and the control of public health threats.
  • Evaluate public health policies and interventions for their effectiveness, equity, legal and ethical implications, and impacts on community health and public trust

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
061399 $1,235.00 $1,235.00 not applicable $3,065.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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Requisites

Prerequisites

25 credit points at Introductory (100) level

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

1 x 1 hour lecture, weekly.
1 x 1 hour drop in sessions, fortnightly.
8 x hours of independent learning, weekly.

AssessmentPublic Health Emergency Case Study Analysis (25%)|Public Health Policy and Intervention Evaluation Report (35%)|Online invigilated examination (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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