PUBHL X001 - Public Health and Social Services Evaluation - Beginner
The Public Health and Social Services Evaluation – Beginner course is the first course in a three-level, non-credit certificate series. Learners are encouraged to complete the series sequentially, as each level builds upon the knowledge and skills introduced in the previous level. This introductory course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills in monitoring and evaluation within public health and social service settings. Through a combination of interactive modules, applied activities, quizzes, and reflections, learners will explore key concepts and tools used to plan, implement, and assess programs and services.
Designed for public health practitioners, program and service providers, graduate and undergraduate students, and early-to-mid career professionals, this beginner-level course helps build evaluation knowledge and strengthen evaluative thinking. Learners will gain hands-on experience developing logic models, creating monitoring and evaluation plans, and identifying meaningful performance measures to support data-informed decision-making and program improvement.
By the end of the course, learners will have a foundational understanding of evaluation practices and the confidence to contribute to evaluation activities across a variety of community, public health, and social service environments.
Delivery Options
Online Self-Paced: A course that is available fully online with no scheduled class sessions or fixed due dates. You can start coursework at any time and work through the material independently at your own pace.
Time to Completion
This course is projected to take approximately 20 hours to complete.
Course Completion Requirements
Successful completion of this course requires earning a score of at least 80% on required assessments and assignments.
Technology Requirements
- Reliable internet connection
- Computer, laptop, or tablet capable of accessing online course materials
- Ability to stream video and interactive content
- Recommended browsers: Google Chrome or Firefox
What You’ll Learn
At the end of this course, students will:
- Have foundational knowledge and skills to engage in the planning and implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities in public health and social service settings
- Complete a logic model
- Develop a Monitoring & Evaluation Plan and Performance Measures
What You’ll Earn
- Certificate of Completion from Ohio State University College of Public Health.
Contact Us
For questions about the enrollment process, payment options, technology, or course records, please submit an inquiry and our Enrollment Support team will assist you within 24 hours during business days.
For questions about course details email Morgan Spahnie.