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CERTIFICATE IN PUBLIC HEALTH ASSISTANT

Code: (N/720/3/0105) MQA/FA 14651 10/26
1.5 years
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Overview

The Certificate in Public Health Assistant is a one-and-a-half-year specialized educational program that prepares students for entry-level work in the field of public health. This curriculum primarily focuses on waste management, food hygiene, clean water supplies, prevention and disease control, as well as other essential information and abilities required to assist public health workers in a variety of settings, such as local authorities, non-profit organizations, healthcare facilities, and community health programs. This program may serve as a stepping stone to additional education in public health, such as a diploma, bachelor’s, or master's degree.

"I view this course as an indelible learning journey. The lectures offered steadfast support in all aspects, and upon completing the program. I felt thoroughly prepared, confident, and empowered to enhance my knowledge. This exhaustive and rigorous training provided by knowledgeable and patient educators has positioned me for success in my workplace" - NURUL HASANAH BT MAT DARUS (Certifcate in Public Health Assistant student)

Programme Structure

YEAR 1
Semester 1
  • Introduction to Environmental Health
  • Health Promotion
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Introduction to Microbiology
  • Basic Statistics
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Pengajian Malaysia 1 / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
  • English for Academic Purposes
Semester 2
  • Water Supply and Drinking Water Quality
  • Urban Sanitation and Housing
  • Disease Control
  • Introduction to Sewage and Solid Waste Management
  • Legislations and Enforcement
  • Pest and Vector Control
  • Fundamental of Information Technology
Semester 3
  • Food Hygiene and Safety
  • Principles of Societal Living
Semester 4
  • Water Supply and Quality Monitoring(Practical)
  • Vector Control(Practical)
  • Disease Control(Practical)
  • Health Promotion(Practical)
  • International Health(Practical)
  • Food Safety and Hygiene(Practical)
  • Legislations and Enforcement(Practical)
  • Urban Sanitation and Housing(Practical)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

SPM - Pass & 1 credits in any subject
SPMV - Pass & 1 credits in any subject
UEC - Pass & Grade B in any 1 subject
O-Level - Pass & Grade C in any 1 subject
SKM - Pass SPM & Grade 2 in any field
Other - Any qualification recognized by Malaysian Government
Additional Requirement - Pass in Bahasa Melayu & Sejarah in SPM

Career Opportunities

  • Public Health Officer
  • Environmental officer
  • Environmental health officer

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