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Certificate - Non-Credit Bearing | Online

Global Health Innovation & Missions

Transforming Health Worldwide with Compassion and Connection

Why Enroll in Global Health Innovation & Missions 

Explore the intricate landscape of global health through an innovative lens, all while embracing a Christian perspective. This non-credit-bearing, online course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to address the challenges and complexities of global health, emphasizing the importance of cultural humility, ethical considerations and creative problem-solving. Join us on this expedition to cultivate creative thinking, compassionate action and proactive engagement in global health endeavors.

In an increasingly interconnected world, global health issues demand attention and innovative solutions. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the global health landscape and provides the tools necessary to make a positive impact.

The course culminates with an immersive opportunity to complete a health project with a global partner (in country or virtually), gaining valuable hands-on experience.

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What You'll Learn:

  • Evaluate and apply the principles of cultural humility in the context of global health work.
  • Gain knowledge of the challenges involved in delivering healthcare to diverse populations in low and middle-income countries.
  • Explore innovative solutions co-created by health professionals and communities.
  • Understand the ethical considerations involved in global health work, including cultural competency and community engagement.
  • Drive sustainable change, promote health equity and improve health outcomes in diverse global contexts.

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Join us in this illuminating journey to become informed, compassionate and proactive global health advocates. Enroll in Global Health Innovation and Missions and be part of the solution to global health challenges.

Program Details

Program Fee $500
Optional Immersive Global Trip: Price will be dependent upon location selected by the student. If the student selects not to travel, a virtual opportunity will be available. Trip is self-funded and not-included in the $500 program fee
Program Length 18 hours of online coursework, culminating with a 10-14 day immersion project
Program Format

Self-paced, Asynchronous

Target Audience Health professionals and students of all degree levels and backgrounds, community members with an interest in influencing global health outcomes.*
*Inman College of Nursing at Belmont University is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours by the North Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This course will provide 45 CNE contact hours to nurses who complete 100% of the activity and complete the attestation at the end of the module.

Instructor Information

Instructor Information

Belmont Online

Shelby Garner

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Shelby Garner
Belmont Online

Taryn McCoy

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Taryn McCoy

Instructor Testimonials

Are you interested in using your vocation in healthcare to glorify God while serving with a global partner, but don't know how to get started? Join our course, 'Global Health Innovation and Missions,' where you'll learn to navigate the diverse world of global health, develop cultural humility, and co-create innovative solutions in low and middle-income countries.

Shelby Garner
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In the Global Health Innovation and Missions course, you’ll have the rare opportunity to grow your knowledge of international health concepts, then directly apply these principles alongside our long-standing partners. By committing to intentional and sustainable initiatives, you will influence health outcomes through care of diverse populations, collaborative approaches to cross-cultural work, and expanded ideals around health.

Taryn McCoy
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Course Fee
$500*


*Optional Immersive Global Trip: Price will be dependent upon location selected by the student. If the student selects not to travel, a virtual opportunity will be available. Trip is self-funded and not-included in the $500 program fee

Contact Us

Address:
1900 Belmont Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37212


Phone: (615) 460.8637

Email: online@belmont.edu