Region IV Public Health Training Center

Note: This is a self-paced online course. This is the first of three courses on Public Health Reaching Across Sectors (PHRASES). Training Overview: This online course is an overview of Public Health Reaching Across Sectors or PHRASES, a compilation of communication strategies and tools for public health professionals to use to foster a better understanding of public health and the greater willingness of other sectors to engage in cross-sector partnerships. It will provide an introduction to how productive framing and messaging can improve partnerships and overall health outcomes, and an overview of the tools and strategies PHRASES provides to improve communication to other sectors. The entire training is expected to take 30 minutes to complete. There are no prerequisites. After finishing all modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard. 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 Course Developers: PHRASES is a joint project of the de Beaumont Foundation and the Aspen Institute’s Health, Medicine and Society Program. This course was developed with the support of the Region IV Public Health Training Center at the Emory University Rollins Schools of Public Health. 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. By enrolling in this course, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: de Beaumont Foundation, 7501 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 1310e, Bethesda, MD, 20814, US, https://www.debeaumont.org. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact. Read more

Note: This is a self-paced online course. Training Overview This course introduces Appreciative Inquiry, a strengths-based, positive, cooperative approach to building capacity. It is an introductory-level course in designing programs and projects using a positive lens, emphasizing that every person and community has inherent strengths, capabilities, and potential, rather than focusing primarily on their needs, problems, or deficits. The course contains three modules: the content module, a resources module, and an evaluation. After finishing all three modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard. The entire training is expected to take 40 minutes to complete. 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 Course Developers This course was developed by the Region IV Public Health Training Center at the Emory University Rollins Schools of Public Health. We would like to thank Cynthia D. Lamberth, MPH, CPH, PhDc, CEO and Principal Consultant at ExudeU.com for her contribution as the subject matter expert. 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 self-paced online course. Training Overview Audience segmentation is the practice of dividing populations into smaller, specific groups based on shared characteristics. Benefits of segmentation include increasing message relevance, enhancing potential for behavior change, reducing health disparities, and improving health outcomes. This course provides an overview of audience segmentation and explains how it helps with the development of targeted messages. The course contains three modules: the content module, a resources module, and an evaluation. After finishing all three modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. When the certificate is available, learners will see a Certificate button on their dashboard. The entire training is expected to take 35 minutes to complete. 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 Course Developers This course was developed by the Region IV Public Health Training Center at the Emory University Rollins Schools of Public Health. We would like to thank Cynthia Jorgensen, DrPH, Adjunct Professor at Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health and former Associate Director for Communication Science for the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), for her contribution as the subject matter expert. We would like to thank Sheryl Golub, MPH and Tanya Hauth of Lexicon Strategies, for their contribution to the instructional design of this module.  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

Audience-Centered Public Health: Adaptation and Responsive Practice Note: This is a live webinar on March 11, 2026, from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm ET. Participants will use Zoom to join. This is the second session in a two-part webinar series. Learners may choose to register for both webinars in the series or for individual sessions. Training Overview:  Building on the previous webinar, which dives into effective engagement and accessibility, this webinar focuses on the remaining pillars of an audience-centered public health approach. Participants will explore facilitation skills that support engagement, strategies for adapting public health programs to meet audience needs while maintaining core intent, and tools that promote responsiveness. Practice-based activities are embedded throughout to support skills-building and application.   About the Presenter:  Rachel Marquez, MPH, is a Program Manager with Emory Centers, where she is responsible for developing and facilitating trainings, writing and editing training products, and working to understand the landscape of lifestyle coaches delivering the National DPP throughout the country. Additionally, she works for and with nonprofit organizations across North Carolina to support programs and partnerships aimed at reducing the impact of social determinants of health and advancing equitable health outcomes. Her work focuses on bridging clinical services and community-based resources to ensure individuals and families have meaningful access to the supports they need to thrive. Rachel is deeply passionate about audience-centered public health and approaches her work with a commitment to connection, empowerment, and practical application. She brings experience in aligning public health initiatives with community needs to improve access to health information, behavioral supports, and essential services that promote long-term health and well-being. CERTIFICATE: The course contains three modules: a pre-session module, a module to access the webinar, and an evaluation module. After accessing these modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. 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

Audience-Centered Public Health: Foundations for Effective Engagement and Accessibility Note: This is a live webinar on March 10, 2026, from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm ET. Participants will use Zoom to join. This is the first session in a two-part webinar series. Learners may choose to register for both webinars in the series or for individual sessions. Training Overview:  This webinar introduces an audience-centered approach to public health practice through a deep dive into two of the four foundational pillars. These pillars emphasize why meaningful engagement, accessibility, and relevance are essential to achieving improved outcomes for all. Participants will engage in practice-based activities that will help them apply these pillars to their work and reflect on how trust and relevance shape participation, engagement, and impact.  About the Presenter:  Rachel Marquez, MPH, is a Program Manager with Emory Centers, where she is responsible for developing and facilitating trainings, writing and editing training products, and working to understand the landscape of lifestyle coaches delivering the National DPP throughout the country. Additionally, she works for and with nonprofit organizations across North Carolina to support programs and partnerships aimed at reducing the impact of social determinants of health and advancing equitable health outcomes. Her work focuses on bridging clinical services and community-based resources to ensure individuals and families have meaningful access to the supports they need to thrive. Rachel is deeply passionate about audience-centered public health and approaches her work with a commitment to connection, empowerment, and practical application. She brings experience in aligning public health initiatives with community needs to improve access to health information, behavioral supports, and essential services that promote long-term health and well-being. CERTIFICATE: The course contains three modules: a pre-session module, a module to access the webinar, and an evaluation module. After accessing these modules, learners will earn a certificate of completion. 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 June 18, 2018. Training Overview The landscape of public health is shifting dramatically as demands grow for impact and approaches that address the social determinants of health. It is in this context that Public Health 3.0, the Health Impact Pyramid, and the Collective Impact Model have emerged. From these has come the need for public health and its leaders to learn to think and act as a chief health strategist. What does this mean? How do we go about it? This webinar will provide context and examples of implications while laying the foundation for change leadership. 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 Ronald Chapman, MSW Mr. Chapman's clients have included five Centers and 25 divisions of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 20 state health departments, a number of local public health entities, HealthSouth Corporation, Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico and Oregon, several national non-governmental organizations, the World Health Organization, and a wide array of coalitions and practice-based groups. Ron holds a Masters Degree in Social Welfare and international accreditation as only one of 75 motivational and inspirational speakers and workshop leaders around the world through Toastmasters International. He is also the past chairman of the board of Holistic Management International, a non-profit specializing in the restoration of land and the lives of people who depend on it. In his spare time he is an author and audio producer with an eclectic mix of two works of non-fiction, two novels, three audio sets, and regular blogging. 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