TRAINING


International Health Systems Program's mission in its training program is to strengthen the capacity of health system practitioners from middle and lower income countries to improve the performance of their health systems. Our programs are designed for senior officials and policymakers who strive to improve the health of citizens in their countries. IHSP courses blend theoretical and conceptual knowledge with practical tools to accomplish important tasks and hands-on practice in using those tools. Our courses build on our research and public health practice throughout the world.


SCHEDULED TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR 2008

Making Decentralization Work: Tools for Health Policy Makers and Managers
Boston, MA, USA. June 9 - 20, 2008

Strengthening Human Resources for Health
Boston, MA, USA. August 11 - 22, 2008

Flagship Course on Health Sector Reform and Sustainable Financing
Washington, D.C., USA. October 20 - November 7, 2008
[Applications for the Flagship Course will only be accepted online]

Improving the Quality of Health Services
Boston, MA, USA. November 3-14, 2008


CUSTOM-DESIGNED TRAINING PROGRAMS

In addition to our regularly scheduled intensive two-week courses, IHSP develops custom-designed programs to fit the unique needs of a country or organization. We offer Needs Assessment, Training Program Development, and Training Seminars in the U.S. and in Host Countries. Through established training resources and tools, we can successfully transfer and implement short course models internationally.

Ordinarily, the programs are led by a team of Harvard faculty and other public health experts. They apply theories and tools from the areas of economics, public health, political science and management to better understand complex health issues that range from health care access to cost and quality. Topics have included:

Utilizing the Private sector to Achieve Health Goals
Human Resources Policy and Management
Decentralizing Health Systems
Improving the Quality of Health Services
Health Care Financing

Please email us for more information at ihsp@hsph.harvard.edu. We can also be reached by telephone at (USA) 617-432-0418 or fax at (USA) 617-432-2181.

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IHSP's training activities are carried out in collaboration with HSPH's Center for Continuing and Professional Education. http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/ccpe