Public Health Policy Courses and Certifications

George Washington University

Vaccine Law and Policy

Explore the legal and policy aspects of vaccines, covering regulation, equity, mandates, hesitancy, and decision-making, with insights from COVID-19 and applications for various professionals and contexts.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Professor Dave Explains

Lies People Tell About Water - Part 1: Water Fluoridation

Debunking common myths about water fluoridation, explaining its benefits for dental health, and addressing concerns about safety and effectiveness using scientific evidence and expert opinions.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Behind the Scenes with HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra - Health Policy Insights

Exclusive insights from HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on leading the department through critical health challenges, including drug costs, public health threats, and healthcare disparities.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

FDA Commissioner Robert Califf on Regulating 20% of US Economy

FDA Commissioner Robert Califf discusses challenges in regulating medical products, food, and tobacco. Topics include AI, pharmaceuticals, misinformation, vaping, nicotine content, and drug shortages in a changing healthcare landscape.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Pandemic Science Summit - Innovations in Science and Communication Post-COVID

Exploring science innovation and communication's role in post-pandemic stability through expert discussions on medicine, scientific integrity, policy, and pharmaceutical advancements.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

On the Docket - How the Courts Shape Our Health

Explore the judiciary's impact on health, from abortion to environmental regulations. Examine upcoming cases and their potential to reshape healthcare policies and societal norms for decades to come.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Alan Turing Institute

COVID-19 Lockdowns - Evaluating the Effectiveness of Government Interventions

Podcast explores research on effectiveness of government interventions against Covid-19 during first wave, featuring Oxford PhD students discussing their published findings on pandemic policy impacts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Royal College of Pathologists

Setting Up a Medical Examiners Service: A Trust's Perspective

Guidance on implementing a medical examiner service, covering staffing, organization, and service provision based on pilot site experiences across the UK.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Have a Heart - The Importance of Organ Donation

Inspiring call to action on organ donation, highlighting personal experiences, global needs, and the life-changing impact. Advocates for public education and legislative changes to save lives through organ donation.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Deborah Birx - Surviving in the Hot Seat as White House Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator

Deborah Birx discusses her role as White House Coronavirus Task Force coordinator, balancing truth-telling with political pragmatism, and her book on preventing future pandemics.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

From Surges to Strategy: Putting a National COVID-19 Testing Plan in Place

Explore a comprehensive national COVID-19 testing strategy, aiming for 30 million weekly tests by October to safely reopen communities and economies amid the pandemic surge.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

On the Front Lines - Race, the Pandemic, and Recession

Mayors discuss challenges and strategies for addressing racial inequities, pandemic response, and economic recovery in their cities.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Beyond Opioids - Shining Light on Less Visible Prescription Drug Epidemics

Explore prescription drug epidemics beyond opioids, focusing on benzodiazepines and amphetamines. Learn about causes, consequences, and potential solutions from renowned researcher Nora Volkow.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Deep Dive: Who Is Prepared for the Next Epidemic?

Experts discuss global epidemic preparedness, introducing a new website scoring 180 countries. They explore strategies for prevention, response planning, and improving global health security.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Six FDA Commissioners Discuss Agency's Past, Present, and Future - Deep Dive

Six former FDA Commissioners discuss the agency's history, challenges, and future, exploring its wide-ranging regulatory responsibilities and impact on American consumers.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video