Welcome to Kansas Public Health Training Series
The Welcome to Kansas Public Health Training Series
About:
Welcome to Kansas Public Health is a training series designed to help new local health department staff navigate the Kansas public health system, understand key public health frameworks, and connect with resources and colleagues. The program includes a Welcome to Kansas Public Health booklet, five self-paced video modules, and a live virtual session. Whether you are brand new to public health or transitioning from another sector, the program will provide a strong foundation to help you succeed in your role.
Who Should Participate?
This training series is designed for new local health department staff, providing them with a foundational understanding of public health and the Kansas public health system. However, anyone seeking a refresher on public health basics or a better understanding of how public health operates in Kansas is welcome to participate.
The Commitment:
Welcome to Kansas Public Health is a self-paced series we encourage completing within an employee’s first few months on the job. Steps and time commitments for the completion are:
- Register for the course in Kansas-TRAIN #1128502.
- Review the Welcome to Kansas Public Health orientation book.
- Complete five short video modules with a total view time of approximately 30 minutes.
- Attende one live, 90-minute virtual meeting to expand upon knowledge gained and meet peers from across the state who are also new to public health.
How do I sign up?
- Sign in to Kansas TRAIN (or sign up for a new account).
- Search for course #1128502 (Welcome to Kansas Public Health).
- Complete the course modules and sign up for a live, virtual meeting.
- Attend one of the live, virtual meetings.