<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/academics/programs/population-health-cert.html" dsn="programs"><title>Population Health</title><description>Population Health is defined as an art and a science that focuses on the health outcomes of a specific group of people and it is an approach that identifies social determinants of health, establishes desired health outcomes and implements policies and programs that improve the health of the entire human population.

Population Health Management is a growing segment within the healthcare delivery system and an important component of healthcare reform. With a recognized need for prevention and health promotion, Population Health Management is emerging as a model for reducing costs in healthcare and influencing healthier lifestyles.

The certificate program for Population Health offers a curriculum that addresses the knowledge and skills that healthcare professionals need to lead culture change and system re-design for advancing Population Health.</description><degree>Certificate</degree><schools>Art &amp; Sciences</schools><features/><image><img src="/media/photos/academics/programs/health-sciences/Health%20Sciences%20Careers.jpeg" alt="Population Health cover"/></image></item>