Region IV Public Health Training Center

Note: This is a recording of a webinar held on June 16, 2021. Training Overview The field of public health is booming with opportunities for students to put public health into action beyond the classroom. From the public sector to the private, and both in governmental and nongovernmental spaces – there are endless directions that students can take public health degrees. This session, featuring Montrece Ransom, JD, MPH, Director of the National Coordinating Center for Public Health Training, is designed to introduce students to the purpose of coaching, mentorship and sponsorship and how to leverage these relations for career growth. Session discussions will focus on preparing students for their next role now while in practicums and the do’s and don’ts of being an effective mentee. By examining their skill gaps and opportunities for growth, students can shape their practicum experiences to position them to get the job they want upon graduation. Students will leave this session with strategies to build their skillsets and invest in valuable relationships to land their next role with confidence!  The course contains two modules: a content module and a resources and evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard. This recording is approximately 90 minutes. There are no prerequisites. Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu. About the Trainer Montrece McNeill Ransom, JD, MPH, ACC currently serves as the Director of the National Coordinating Center for Public Health Training. Montrece is an award-winning expert in public health law and policy, training and workforce development. Prior to this role, Montrece led training and workforce development efforts in public health law at CDC. During that time, she was awarded the Jennifer Robbins Award for the Practice of Public Health Law from the American Public Health Association (2017) and the American Bar Association Champion for Diversity and Inclusion Award (2019).    This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government. Read More

Note: This is a recording of a webinar held on March 22, 2022. Training Overview This session, featuring Gillian Landgraff, Senior Learning Consultant, Learning & Organizational Development, Emory University, is designed to introduce proven techniques to demonstrate confidence when speaking publicly, describe components of an effective presentation, recognize common errors in the use of A/V equipment, PowerPoint, and props, and identify ways to assess and gain control of the audience. Session discussions will focus on preparing participants with presentation techniques and the do’s and don’ts of being an effective presenter. By examining their skill gaps and opportunities for growth, participants can enhance presentation skills for career success. Participants will leave this session with strategies to build their skillsets to deliver the presentations with confidence while captivating the audience! This recording is approximately 2 hours. There are no prerequisites. Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu. CERTIFICATE:  The course contains two modules: a module to access the webinar and an evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard.   About the Trainer Gillian Landgraff Gillian Landgraff is a Senior Training Consultant for Emory University. She has over 20 years of experience developing and delivering engaging leadership programs in healthcare and academic settings. While working at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Gillian managed the New Employee Orientation program which reached up to 2,000 employees annually. Her role at Children’s afforded her the opportunity to work with the Marcus Autism Center, Human Resources, the Hematology/Oncology department and multiple departments across the Children’s system. Since joining Emory University, she has worked with multiple departments including the Humphrey Fellowship Program in the Rollins School of Public Health, the Radiology Leadership Academy Program and Oxford College.  She currently manages the Mentor Emory and Aspiring Leaders programs in addition to facilitating sessions for the Administrative Professionals, Essentials of Leadership, Emerging Leaders, and New Leaders Orientation at Emory programs. She has also worked with Georgia State University. Gillian is an expert in delivering the DiSC Assessment tool and is certified in Crucial Conversations, DDI, Situational Leadership, Presentation Skills and Increasing Personal Effectiveness. In her personal time, Gillian enjoys volunteering at Habitat for Humanity and Clifton Sanctuary Ministries, art projects, hiking and jogging, and spending time with family and friends. This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government. Read More

Note: This course has limited capacity. If you are unable to enroll, the course might be full. This is an online, interactive workshop on March 30, 2023 from 8:45am-12pm ET. Participants will use Zoom to join with both video and audio. This workshop is sponsored by The Region IV Public Health Training Center. Training Overview Are you building a new program or revamping an existing one? This workshop provides practical skills for designing programs that work for your population and your resources. The course begins with articulating a clear statement of need, followed by determining realistic program options given available resources. Next, the course helps participants analyze the effectiveness of similar programs so they can build on what already works. Finally, the workshop teaches participants how to clearly define long-term program success. This course is a practical and interactive learning opportunity that draws on real-world challenges and experiences. It is designed for individuals seeking skills to build and communicate about new programs to funders, staff, and other stakeholders. About the Trainer Dr. Ariela Freedman is a strengths-based Learning and Development Consultant with 20 years of experience in community and academic settings. She is a skilled adult educator and has taught a wide range of learners, including public health practitioners, health care professionals, students, nonprofit workers, and community members. Dr. Freedman began her career as a high school English, Drama, and Debate teacher in Chicago. She later directed health programming at Head Start in Minneapolis, worked as an ORISE fellow at CDC, then as an Assistant Research Professor in the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University. At Emory, Dr. Freedman taught classes and served as an evaluator to the Emory University Medical School and the Emory Public Health Training Center. As an independent consultant with her business, MavenTree Consulting, Dr. Freedman functions as an organizational coach to help build positive workplace environments, and create, operate, evaluate, sustain, and scale up programs. Dr. Freedman’s toolbox includes strategies from public health, education, business, and the arts, resulting in interactive trainings that are skill-focused and fun. Her approach to teaching includes balancing rigor with reality and focuses on teaching practical skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace. Dr. Freedman has a PhD in Behavioral Sciences and Health Education from Emory University and an MPH from the University of Minnesota. She also has a Master of Arts in Teaching and a BA in English Literature. She is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and a certified Positive Discipline Trainer. This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,404,138.  The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government. Read More

Note: This is a recording of a webinar held on March 25, 2016. Training Overview On March 25, 2016 Beth P. Bell, MD, MPH, Director of CDC’s National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases, discussed the latest research findings about the current Zika outbreak and provided an overview of how health officials and health care providers can protect the public’s health from Zika virus infection. Dr. Bell also described prevention messages targeting the public and special groups such as pregnant women and travelers, and she identified credible resources that health officials and health care providers can use to train staff and educate the community about Zika and other mosquito-borne illnesses.  The course contains two modules: a content module and a resources and evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard. This recording is approximately 90 minutes. There are no prerequisites. Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu. About the Trainer Beth P. Bell, MD, MPH, is the director of the National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID), Office of Infectious Disease, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She provides leadership for the prevention and control of a broad spectrum of infectious diseases, including rare but deadly diseases like Ebola and anthrax, and more common conditions like foodborne diseases and healthcare-associated and antibiotic-resistant infections. In addition, Dr. Bell provides oversight for a diverse portfolio of science-based programs that promote water safety, global health and the health of migrating populations, and the identification and control of diseases transmitted by animals and insects. She is responsible for providing leadership and direction for NCEZID's world-class laboratories, which are developing new tests, vaccines, and next-generation sequencing to enable faster diagnosis and more effective prevention and control of infectious diseases.   This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government. Read More

Training Overview: This video provides an overview of psychological first aid, an intervention that can by used with individuals exposed to disaster. This training is intended for preparedness and response professionals in Georgia. This is a just-in-time training, and there are no prerequisites.   This training addresses Capability 1, Function 4 of the Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Capabilities: National Standards for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Public Health: coordinate training and provide guidance to support community involvement with preparedness efforts   The course contains one 3-minute video. Participants will need a broadband internet connection and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu. For more information about hurricane response and recovery, visit the Georgia Hurricane Response Hub.    About the Course Developers: This course was developed by the Georgia Hurricane Response Hub at the Emory University Rollins Schools of Public Health in consultation with the Georgia Department of Public Health.   Funding for this project has been provided to the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) through a Cooperative Agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC – NU1ROT000004-01-00). NNPHI is collaborating with Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University and the CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health on this project.  Read More

Note: This is a recording of a webinar held on November 19, 2020. Training Overview This webinar is being co-sponsored with the Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory.  This webinar will provide an overview discussion of current definitions of mass violence incidents (MVIs) and hate crimes, impact on victims and communities, as well as current best practices in preparing for and responding to MVI events. Participants will learn about short-term and long-term approaches to assisting communities in healing after a MVI or hate crime that has impacted a broader community. In addition, participants will be provided a brief overview of the latest resources available from the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center (NMVVRC) which was established in October of 2017 in partnership with the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) within the Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.  The course contains two modules: a content module and a resources and evaluation module. After accessing both modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard. This recording is approximately 90 minutes. There are no prerequisites. Participants will need a broadband internet connection (Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred browsers) and computer speakers. For technical support, please contact emoryphtc@emory.edu. About the Trainer Dr. Rheingold is a licensed clinical psychologist and Professor at the National Crime Victim's Research and Treatment Center (NCVC) within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina. She is the Associate Director of Administration and Director of Clinical Operations at the NCVC. In addition, Dr. Rheingold is the Director of the Preparedness, Response & Recovery Division of the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center. Her expertise includes evidence-based treatment of trauma related mental health issues, grief and loss, and traumatic loss by homicide.  This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31680, Public Health Training Centers for $4,348,992. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government. Read More