Postgraduate Certificate in Health Policy Impact Assessment
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Sarah Peterson, an expert in health policy and the lead instructor for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Policy Impact Assessment. Sarah, can you tell us a bit about this course and why it's important for effective healthcare? GUEST: Absolutely, the Health Policy Impact Assessment course is designed to equip health professionals, policymakers, and researchers with the skills to critically appraise health policies. It's crucial because it teaches evidence-based methods for evaluating policy effectiveness and equity. HOST: That sounds fascinating. Could you share some current trends in the industry that are relevant to this course? GUEST: Sure, one trend is the increasing demand for professionals who can demonstrate expertise in cost-effectiveness analysis and data analysis. Our course addresses this need by providing hands-on training in quantitative and qualitative techniques. HOST: Interesting. And what are some challenges faced in the field or while learning or teaching this subject? GUEST: A key challenge is keeping up with the rapid pace of change in healthcare. Policies and best practices can change quickly, so it's important for professionals to stay current. Our course helps by providing a strong foundation in the fundamentals of health policy impact assessment. HOST: That's a great point. Looking to the future, how do you see the field of health policy and this course evolving? GUEST: I believe we'll see even more emphasis on the use of data and technology in health policy. Our course is well-positioned to address this trend, with a strong focus on data analysis and cutting-edge evaluation methods. HOST: Dr. Peterson, thank you so much for joining us today and sharing your insights on the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Policy Impact Assessment. It's clear that this course is a powerful tool for professionals looking to make a difference in healthcare. GUEST: Thank you for having me. It's been a pleasure.
