Graduate Certificate in Youth Health Communication
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, Today I'm excited to have Dr. Sofia Rodriguez, an expert in public health communication and the lead instructor for the new Graduate Certificate in Youth Health Communication. Welcome, Sofia! GUEST: Thank you for having me! I'm looking forward to our conversation. HOST: Let's dive right in! Can you tell us about your personal experiences and insights that led you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely! I've worked in public health for over 15 years, and I've seen firsthand how crucial it is to effectively communicate with young people about health issues. This course is designed to help professionals develop essential skills in digital media and health literacy to engage youth on these topics. HOST: That's fantastic! And what current industry trends are most relevant to this course? GUEST: One significant trend is the shift towards digital and social media platforms as primary sources for information among young people. Our course equips professionals with the skills to design impactful campaigns using evidence-based strategies tailored to diverse youth audiences. HOST: I see! With that in mind, what challenges do educators, healthcare providers, and public health professionals face while learning or teaching this subject? GUEST: Staying up-to-date with the latest digital trends, understanding the unique needs of various youth communities, and creating culturally sensitive content can be challenging. In our course, we address these challenges by providing practical, real-world examples and encouraging students to collaborate and learn from each other's experiences. HOST: Looking forward, where do you see the future of youth health communication heading? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see increased use of digital and social media platforms, as well as more focus on personalization and inclusivity in health communication. Our course prepares professionals to meet these challenges and make a real difference in young people's lives. HOST: Dr. Sofia Rodriguez, thank you for joining us today and sharing valuable insights about the new Graduate Certificate in Youth Health Communication. We're excited to see the positive impact this course will have on our industry. GUEST: Thank you for having me! I'm looking forward to seeing the great work that will come from this program.
