Foundations of biological and life sciences and the concepts of health and disease;
History and philosophy of public health as well as its core values, concepts, and functions across the globe and in society;
Basic concepts, methods & tools of public health data collection, use & analysis & why evidence-based approaches are an essential part of public health practice;
Concepts of population health, & the basic processes, approaches & interventions that identify & address the major health-related needs & concerns of populations;
Underlying science of human health & disease, including opportunities for promoting & protecting health across the life course;
Socioeconomic, behavioral, biological, environmental & other factors that impact human health & contribute to health disparities;
Fundamental concepts & features of project implementation, including planning, assessment & evaluation;
Fundamental characteristics & organizational structures of the US health system as well as the differences between systems in other countries;
Basic concepts of legal, ethical, economic & regulatory dimensions of health care & public health policy & the roles, influences & responsibilities of the different agencies & branches of government;
Basic concepts of public health-specific communication, including technical & professional writing & the use of mass media & electronic technology.
