Foundation Programme in Public Health: Free Training

Do you worki in a role where you can positively influence people’s health or wellbeing?
Whether you’re in the voluntary sector, social care, or a public-facing role, the Foundation Programme in Public Health (FPPH) is designed to help you gain critical knowledge, boost your confidence, and reduce health inequalities in your community.

About the programme

The training is free for anyone working in Yorkshire and the Humber or the North East and North Cumbria. It’s delivered fully online, with each session lasting three hours. You’ll learn alongside a mix of professionals from different sectors and backgrounds.

Level 1: An introduction to public health

  • Introduction to public health

  • Prevention and a life course approach

  • Tackling inequalities and the wider determinants of health

  • Health protection and healthcare public health

Level 2: For those who want to go further

  • Systems leadership

  • Introduction to epidemiology

  • Designing and delivering public health interventions

  • Behavioural insights toolkit

Who it’s for

This is ideal for people working in:

  • Community or voluntary sector roles

  • Health and social care

  • Local authority teams

  • Education, housing, or any role supporting wellbeing

How to sign up

Visit the official website: www.fpph.co.uk
Email: fpphqueries@barnsley.gov.uk

Let’s work together to make public health everyone’s business.

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