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Available courses

Climate Change and Ecosocial Work

Payfast

Climate change acts as a multiplier of socioeconomic inequalities affecting the most vulnerable through the resulting climate crises. Including an ecosocial approach to social work and the potential need for eco-social interventions after the effects of a devastating climate change event can provide valuable insights for social workers on an environmental crisis which affects the communities and populations they serve. By understanding the impacts that climate change events can have on the environment and the resulting disrupted social effects of flooding, droughts and hurricanes, social workers will be better equipped to understand the unique social needs of their communities.

SETA & HPCSA Facilitation Course

The facilitation course is a training program designed to teach individuals how to facilitate group discussions, meetings, workshops, and other types of collaborative activities. The course provides participants with a range of skills and techniques that enable them to create a supportive and productive environment for group interactions.

The course cover topics such as communication skills, group dynamics, problem-solving techniques, conflict-resolution strategies, and decision-making processes. Participants will learn how to engage all members of the group, manage difficult personalities, and create an inclusive and respectful atmosphere.

The course also covers specific facilitation techniques, such as brainstorming, consensus-building, and strategic planning. Participants learn how to tailor these techniques to specific group needs and goals, and how to use them to achieve desired outcomes.

Facilitation courses may be offered in-person or online and may vary in length and intensity depending on the level of training required. You will receive a certificate for professional learning (CPD) accredited by the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA). This course is Module 1 of two Modules. If you complete Module 2 and the associated SETA assessment then you will qualify for a SETA Accredited Certificate for Facilitation. 


Participatory Training In Environmental Health Using Water Sanitation and Hygiene

Payfast

Course Overview:

Title: Health Promotion in Environmental Health: A PHAST-Based Approach for WASH and Beyond
Accreditation: PHAST and CPD Accredited (7 CEUs, 2 Ethical CEUs for Environmental Health Practitioners)

This innovative course empowers Environmental Health Practitioners (EHPs) to apply the Participatory Hygiene and Sanitation Transformation (PHAST) methodology across diverse environmental health domains. While rooted in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) interventions, the PHAST model's participatory and community-driven approach is highly adaptable to critical areas such as food safety, air quality, climate change, and waste management.

Participants will learn how to design, implement, and evaluate health promotion interventions that are both inclusive and impactful. The course also emphasizes the ethical dimensions of environmental health practice, enabling practitioners to navigate complex challenges with professionalism and integrity.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Comprehensive Understanding: Explore the PHAST model's relevance across the full spectrum of environmental health, including food safety, air quality, climate change mitigation, and waste management.
  • Practical Application: Develop and implement community-centered health promotion interventions tailored to specific environmental health challenges.
  • Salutogenic Focus: Promote behaviours that foster health and well-being in various contexts, from household hygiene to broader environmental protection.
  • Ethical Decision-Making: Use tools to address ethical challenges in environmental health practice and ensure compliance with professional standards.
  • Professional Development: Earn 7 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and 2 Ethical CEUs to meet CPD requirements for EHPs.

This course is ideal for EHPs aiming to enhance their capacity to engage communities, promote sustainable behaviour change, and address the interconnected environmental health issues facing today’s world.


CPD for EHPs Activity on Neglected Tropical Diseases

Payfast

Course Overview: 

Title: Addressing Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs): Policy, Frameworks, and Strategies for Environmental Health Practitioners
Accreditation: CPD Accredited (7 CEUs, 2 Ethical CEUs for Environmental Health Practitioners)

This CPD-accredited course equips Environmental Health Practitioners (EHPs) with the knowledge and skills to play a pivotal role in combating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). By exploring global and national frameworks, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the policies, strategies, and practical interventions necessary to address the environmental and social determinants driving NTDs.

The course emphasises the critical role of EHPs in disease prevention and management, providing actionable insights to support public health outcomes. Participants will also engage with ethical considerations to ensure their practice aligns with professional standards and the principles of equity and justice in healthcare.

Key Objectives:

  • Understand the global and national frameworks addressing NTDs, including their strategic priorities and goals.
  • Explore the role of EHPs in preventing and managing NTDs through environmental health interventions.
  • Enhance skills in implementing strategies that reduce the burden of NTDs, focusing on sustainable and community-centred approaches.
  • Address ethical challenges in combating NTDs, ensuring adherence to professional values and public health principles.

This activity aims to empower EHPs to effectively contribute to reducing NTDs, fostering healthier communities, and advancing global public health priorities. As part of their professional development, participants will earn 7 CEUs and 2 Ethical CEUs.