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It is important for public health practitioners to be competent in the aforementioned areas of health policy because they need to be proficient in their abilities to constantly be making sure policies are effective, efficient, and still the best possible alternative for the issue the policy originally addressed. They need to be able to be analytical and identify timing when to propose, enact, and modify. Advocating for certain policies and programs improving health in diverse populations is one of their priorities because it signifies the thought process of a constantly changing and evolving system and environment. There should be a plan for evaluation, whether it be annually or when a change arises, economically or otherwise. These competencies are important for the healthcare leaders to be and remain fluid and proactive. This class has covered such topics and issues relating to the stages of policymaking and the importance and effectiveness of a continual cycle and the departments, organizations, and branches involved in the process. I still have awhile to go with Health Administration but I believe these are core topics that complement the program. It gives a deeper understanding regarding certain practices and laws. Newer practitioners who would be needing to gain proficiency in these competencies could use a variety of techniques and resources. One could even be as simple as training and attending appropriate seminars. There are 14 states that offer graduate programs in public health as well, such as the Council on Education for Public Health or the Association of Teachers of Preventative Medicine. Barker, W. (n.d.). Association of Teachers of Preventative Medicine. Encyclopedia.com. https://www.encyclopedia.com/education/encyclopedias- almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/association-teachers-preventive-medicine Dandoy, S. (2001, Mar). Educating the public health workforce. American Journal of Public Health, 91(3), 467-468.
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