Youth Health
Public Health
A course by
University of Auckland
A multi-disciplinary specialisation that supports and enhances the healthy development and wellbeing of young people in New Zealand.
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Understand key youth health issues
Graduates will gain an understanding of critical youth health concerns in New Zealand, including suicide, pregnancy, and motor vehicle fatalities.
Develop multidisciplinary health approaches
Students will learn to address health and wellbeing through collaborative, multidisciplinary methods in varied settings.
Contribute to youth wellbeing policies and programmes
Graduates will be prepared to engage in, or lead, health policy and programme leadership concerning youth wellbeing.
What You're Signing Up For
Youth Health at the University of Auckland is a specialisation focused on supporting and enhancing the healthy development and wellbeing of young people. The programme addresses critical issues such as youth suicide, pregnancy, and motor vehicle crash fatalities. It aims to prepare graduates for a rewarding career in school, community, or health facility settings, contributing to the health of youth in New Zealand.
Course Content
- Youth wellbeing and development
- Epidemiology of youth health issues
- Approaches to youth suicide prevention
- Youth pregnancy support and prevention
- Road safety and reducing motor vehicle fatalities among youth
- Health policy and programme leadership
- Multidisciplinary approaches in youth healthcare
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Public Health
Youth Work
Future employment opportunities might be
Youth Health Professional
Youth Policy Advisor
Healthcare Programme Leader
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