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The Australian Master of Applied Epidemiology Program: Looking back, moving forward
Stephanie Davis1, Mahomed S Patel2, Emily Fearnley3
1Lecturer, Master of Applied Epidemiology Program, National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health, The Research School of Population Health, The Australian National University, Australian Capital Territory.
Communicable Diseases Intelligence Quarterly Report
|March 10, 2017
Summary
Australia's Master of Applied Epidemiology Program trains field epidemiologists for public health. Established in 1991, it has a strong track record and a new funding model since 2012.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology Training
Background:
- Established in 1991, the Master of Applied Epidemiology Program is Australia's Field Epidemiology Training Program.
- Initially based at the National Centre for Population Health (NCEPH) at the Australian National University.
Observation:
- The program utilizes field-based training to develop applied epidemiologists.
- It has a significant history of contributions to public health in Australia and internationally.
Findings:
- A new funding model was introduced in 2012, supported by NCEPH and field placement partners.
- The program's origins, achievements, and future needs are reviewed in this paper.
Implications:
- The review outlines a vision for the future of applied epidemiology training in Australia.
- Sustaining and evolving the program is crucial for ongoing public health contributions.
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