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The Policies and Procedures Described Herein Apply to the

2010/2011 Academic Year

Faculty of Health SciencesMarkin Hall - M3083

University of Lethbridge4401 University Drive,

Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4PH: 403-329-2699


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PrefaceThe Bachelor of Health Sciences Public Health Degree program prepares students for non-clinical workand graduate study in the field of public health. Graduates will have the practical skills and the theoreticalknowledge needed for employment in a variety of public health roles including: health promotion (individualor population-health focused), disease prevention, analysis and surveillance, health policy, projectmanagement, and community development.

The Public Health Degree program is offered through collaboration between the Faculty of Health Sciencesand the Faculty of Arts and Science. Health is explored as a multidimensional concept with an emphasison the economic, social, political, and cultural dimensions. The strong emphasis on relationships betweenhealth, biological and social sciences within this program provides the foundation for the critical thinkingand analytic skills required for practice in the rapidly changing field of public health.

The Public Health Degree program is organized within three areas of concentration: applied public health,health policy and promotion, and public health administration. Currently, students may complete theirprogram with either a practicum placement or an undergraduate thesis focused on one area ofconcentration

1. The practicum placement provides an opportunity for students to gain experience and

develop skills2. Students who meet the requirements may choose to complete an undergraduate thesis.

This program is the first public health degree offered at the baccalaureate level in Alberta.

Orientation to the Public Health DegreeAll new public health students (admitted during calendar year 2010) are required to participate in anorientation to the public health degree scheduled for September 7, 2010 at 10:30 am. The purpose of thisorientation is to introduce students to faculty, to provide an overview of the program, and to clarify programrequirements, policies and timelines.

Orientation to the Public Health PracticumStudents preparing for practicum placements in spring term 2011 will be required to attend an orientationsession in October 2010 to review practicum requirements, student concentrations and opportunities forpracticum placements. This will ensure that all practicum requirements and documentation are submittedby the appropriate deadlines. Student preferences for practicum placements will be reviewed for planningpracticum placements for spring term 2011.

1At present, the public health degree requires either the completion of a practicum or an undergraduate thesis to

complete the degree requirements. A change is being proposed for 2011 to move this program to a course-based

undergraduate degree with a practicum or a thesis as optional courses.2

During the current academic year, the practicum placements are in transition from a junior (third year) and senior

practicum placement (fourth year) to one consolidated practicum placement in the four year (full-time 5 days a week

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Welcome from Dr. Chris Hosgood, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Lethbridge

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Bachelor of Health Sciences Public Health degree program. Mycolleagues and I are delighted that you have selected our Public Health Degree program, the onlyundergraduate degree in public health within the province of Alberta. This unique program will provide you

with many opportunities to gain knowledge, skills and competencies, preparing you for future employmentand graduate study in the interdisciplinary field of public health.

I know that you will enjoy your studies and experience both growth and personal development. We arecommitted to offering a dynamic and innovative curriculum that will engage you, and encourage you tothink critically about the world around you, expose you to the complexities of promoting the health ofindividuals and populations and immerse you in settings that will prepare you for public health practice in acomplex and challenging global environment.

As you are aware, the Public Health Degree program is offered as a collaborative program between theFaculties of Health Sciences and the Faculty of Arts and Science. Unique to our program, both practicumand thesis options are available. We work closely with administrators and staff members in Alberta HealthServices, as well as a range of government and non-governmental organizations involved in promoting the

health of the public, to support opportunities for student learning. The University of Lethbridge also hasagreements with the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary to support public health educationwithin the province of Alberta. Your education will place you in the midst of faculty, health care researchers,and experts in public health practice who will provide you with a first rate education. Such a partnershipmodel fosters a learning culture that supports continuing professional development and lifelong learning.

On behalf of all faculty members in the Faculty of Health Sciences, I extend best wishes to each of you asyou embark upon your educational journey.

Best regards,

Chris Hosgood, PhDDean, Faculty of Health Sciences


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Table of Contents

1. Public Health Degree(see the University of Lethbridge Calendar 2010/2011 online)

(seehttp://www.uleth.ca/ross/2010-11/calendar/part10.pdf)a. Program Goals .................................................................................................................... 5b. Academic Standing ............................................................................................................ 5

c. General Requirements (see Calendar p. 213) .................................................................... 5d. Course Requirements (see Calendar p. 213) ..................................................................... 5e. Declaring a Concentration ................................................................................................. 5

(seehttp://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/content/concentration-selection)f. Declaring a Route ............................................................................................................... 6g. Repeating Courses (draft policy) ........................................................................................ 6h. Program Planning Guide .................................................................................................... 6

(seehttp://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/content/program-planning-guide)

2. Public Health Degree Ongoing Requirements and Deadlinesa. Health Requirements (see Appendix I) ............................................................................... 6b. Student Checklist (see Appendix II) .................................................................................... 6

3. Public Health Degree - Practicuma. Standard First Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification ......................... 7b. Criminal Record Check ....................................................................................................... 7c. Security Check (required for federal government placements) .......................................... 8d. Ethical Conduct for Public Health Practicum ................................................................... 8

4. Public Health Degree - Thesisa. Undergraduate Thesis (see the University of Lethbridge Calendar

2010/2011, p. 432) ............................................................................................................ 10b. Honours Thesis Designation proposed changes for 2011 ............................................ 11

5. Academic Performance Policiesa. Attendance Policy ............................................................................................................. 12

b. Student Dress Policy (for practicum placement) ............................................................... 13c. Leave of Absence Policy ................................................................................................... 13

6. University of Lethbridge Student Support (also see Appendix IV)a. Insurance .......................................................................................................................... 14b. Workers Compensation.................................................................................................... 14c. Support Services for Aboriginal Students in Health Sciences .......................................... 14d. Scholarships (seehttp://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/publichealth) ............................... 15

7. Appendicesa. Appendix I Health Requirement Form Public Health Students ................................... 17b. Appendix II Public Health Degree Student Checklist .................................................. 19c. Appendix III - Consent for Collecting and Disclosing Student Information and

Acknowledgement of Procedures ..................................................................................... 20d. Appendix IV - Public Health Program Faculty Directory ................................................... 21e. Appendix V - Community and University of Lethbridge Resources .................................. 22f. Appendix VI Thesis Agreement Form ............................................................................ 23g. Appendix VII Core Competencies for Public Health Expectations for the

end of Fourth Year ............................................................................................................ 24
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1. Public Health Degreea. Program Goals

Provides an interdisciplinary education and collaborative practice focused on promoting the healthof populations and individuals.

Utilizes traditional, problem-based and cooperative/team learning/teaching processes andfacilitates life-long learning.

Prepares graduates with a foundational understanding of critical public health, health sciences,social sciences and health promotion and a range of competencies

3for public health practice.

Integrates theoretical knowledge and practical skills with an emphasis on cultural, social, political,and health issues, particularly related to seniors, and rural and Aboriginal populations.

Collaborates with interdisciplinary and intersectoral community partners in supporting public healtheducation, practice, and research.

b. Academic StandingIt is very important to your success in the Public Health Degree program that you achieve minimumstandards, both in required Public Health and Health Sciences courses and in your support courses. If youhave questions or concerns, please speak to your Academic Advisor.

A student shall be placed on academic probation if the term (semester) grade point average (GPA) and/or

cumulative grade point average falls below the minimum listed for all courses or below the minimum listedfor required Public Health courses for one semester at the University of Lethbridge:

Academic ProbationA student shall be placed on academic probation if their term GPA and/or cumulative GPA fall(s) below theminimum listed above. A student may be subject to program restrictions while on probation.

Required Withdrawal for One Full Year/Academic DisqualificationA student shall be required to withdraw from the program if their term GPA and/or cumulative GPA fall(s)below the minimum listed above for all courses or the minimum term GPA listed above for required PublicHealth or Health Sciences courses for two or more consecutive semesters.

A student dismissed for academic reasons may apply for readmission after a lapse of one full year from thebeginning of the semester in which he/she was disqualified. If space permits, students will be re-admitted tothe program. Students dismissed for a second time will not be re-admitted to the program.

c. General Requirements (see the University of Lethbridge Calendar 2010/2011p. 213)

d. Course Requirements (see the University of Lethbridge Calendar 2010/2011p. 213)

e. Declaring a ConcentrationThree choices of concentration are available with the Bachelor of Health Sciences Public Health degreeprogram including: Applied Public Health, Health Policy and Promotion, or Public Health Administration.Students are asked to declare a concentration at the time of registration in the degree program. A

3Students who complete a practicum placement will have the opportunity to develop a range of competencies

consistent with the Core Competencies for Public Health in Canada (Public Health Agency of Canada, 2008),

available:http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccph-cesp/pdfs/cc-manual-eng090407.pdf

Number of Completed Courses Term/Cumulative GPA in allcourses

Term/Cumulative GPA inPUBH/NURS/HLSC courses

1 10 1.70 2.00

11 20 1.85 2.30

21 40 2.00 2.50
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declaration of concentration is required by the end of March in the second year of the students program. Students are encouraged to speak to the Academic Advisor in planning their programs.

f. Declaring a RouteCurrently, students may choose between the practicum and thesis routes to complete the Public HealthDegree. A declaration of practicum or thesis route is required by the end of March in the second year of

the students program.

g. Repeating CoursesStudents in the Bachelor of Health Sciences Public Health Degree program may repeat a practicum orthesis course only once.

h. Program Planning Guide(seehttp://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/content/program-planning-guide)

The program planning guide is available on-line and provides a suggested course sequence for meetingthe degree requirements. Please consult the academic advisor to plan your concentration and route. Forstudents with transfer credit, please consult the academic advisor early to plan a compressed coursesequence for the degree program.

2. Public Health DegreeOngoing Requirements and Deadlinesa. Health Requirements

Students are advised that certain requirements need annual or periodic updates as identified on the HealthRequirements Form (see Appendix I). All public health students are required to review and maintain up todate immunization status (or sign a Waiver Form) in order to protect members of the public with whom theywill come in contact during course assignments or practicum placements.

within the first month of admissionto the program submit the Health Requirements Formto NaomiWindy Boy, 3

rdfloor Markin Hall, Faculty of Health Sciences office Office, M3083

annuallysubmit an updated Health Requirements Form or submit a Waiver Form

Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all public health students for their own protection and thatof their families, clients and colleagues. Influenza vaccine is usually available by October of each year andcan be obtained from the local public health clinics, and from the student health centre at the University of

Lethbridge.

b. Student ChecklistStudents are encouraged to review the checklist for key deadlines and to review these with the AcademicAdvisor, Faculty of Health Sciences (see Appendix II Public Health Degree Student Checklist).Advanced planning is recommended to support optimal progression through the degree requirements.
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3. Public Health Degree PracticumAll Public Health degree students are required to meet and maintain certain requirements to participate in apracticum placement during the program. Students may be excluded from a practicum placement if allrequirements are not met or maintained.The inability to participate in a practicum placement maysubsequently contribute to failure to attain course outcomes and result in delays in program progression.

Prerequisites for Practicum:Prior to registering for practicum (PUBH 4050 or PUBH 4550), students must have met the following courserequirements:

Completion of all required course work in the first three years of the B.H.Sc. Public Health degreeprogram.

Documentation Required prior to the start of Practicum:Students are required to:

submit the Health Requirement Form or Waiver Form (as above) at least one (1) month prior to thestart of a practicum placement,

provide written notification of any changes in immunization status during a practicum placement. maintain current First Aid & CPR certification (annual update) and submit one (1) month prior to

practicum placement,

submit a recent criminal record check one (1) month prior to a practicum placement (see below), complete a security check prior to certain placements (see below).

In the event that there is an influenza outbreak or pandemic affecting the facility/community agency inwhich the student is placed for a practicum, all unvaccinated students, or students for whom flu vaccinationstatus is unknown, will be excluded from the practicum for the duration of the outbreak. Inability to accessthe practicum setting may subsequently contribute to failure to attain course outcomes and result in delaysin program progression.

a. Standard First Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CertificationPrior to a practicum placement, all public health degree students are expected to hold current StandardFirst Aid and CPR certification (e.g., St John Ambulance or Red Cross). Students in public health areexpected to be citizens capable of providing emergency assistance to others in a community setting.Students are not required to hold CPR-HCP (the level of CPR for health care professionals) although thislevel is preferred.CPR certification is valid for one calendar year only regardless of any other expirationdates listed on documentation. Students will be excluded from all practicum settings if they do not havevalid CPR certification.

Students are required to submit documentation of current CPR certification (to Naomi Windy Boy, Facultyof Health Sciences Office) at least one month prior to the start of practicum. If current CPR certification isdue to expire during the time of the practicum placement, students are encouraged to submit proof ofrenewed certification one month prior to the expiry date.

b. Criminal Record CheckAs per legislation and affiliation agreements, healthcare agencies require criminal record checks of allstudents prior to participating in a practicum placement. The University of Lethbridge is authorized tocollect this information on their behalf.

All students are required to submit a criminal record check that is dated no earlier than 90 days prior to thecommencement of their practicum placement

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Students are advised to keep their original criminal record check and bring a photocopy of the criminalrecord check with them on the first day of practicum. Inability to produce a copy of the criminal record

4While students may submit a criminal records check at the start of the program, a current criminal record check is

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check, if requested by the agency, may result in a delay in a practicum placement. The initial criminalrecord check submission is usually sufficient for the duration of the program except in instances where anagency may require a more recent check. For example, practicum placements with government agenciesmay require a criminal record check within the previous 90 days. Students will be advised of this if the needarises. Students who leave the Public Health Degree program for one semester or longer will be required tosubmit a new criminal record check upon returning to the program.

Students are obligated to inform the program of any changes to their criminal record status while enrolled inthe Public Health Degree program and most agencies require notification if there is a change that mayaffect your criminal record during a practicum. Failure to inform the Faculty of Health Sciences office of achange of status in a criminal record is considered a breach of ethical student conduct.

c. Security CheckPracticum placements with federal government agencies (e.g., Health Canada, or Public Health Agency ofCanada) require a national security check. This check must be requested at least 6 weeks prior to apracticum placement. Students interested in a practicum placement with a federal government agency areasked to notify the Coordinator Public Health Degree, Faculty of Health Sciences 3 months in advance ofthe start of their proposed practicum to arrange for the required security check.

d. Ethical Conduct for Public Health PracticePublic Health Degree faculty members are committed to maintaining freedom of thought, belief, opinion,and expression among teachers and learners. We have the responsibility for fostering academic freedomwithin the context of standards for ethical conduct. We are also committed to supporting your knowledgeand skill development in the field of public health.

Students are expected to review the principles of ethical practiceof public health prior to a practicumplacement (as listed below and also see Public Health Leadership Society

5). A breach of ethical conduct

may result in dismissal from a practicum and the Public Health Degree program. The following ethicalprinciples guide practice and education in public health:

Promoting and protecting the publics health, preventing disease and preventing adverse outcomes Promoting population health in ways that respect the rights of individuals and communities (the

common good and human rights). Engaging the public in the creation of healthy public policies, programs, and priorities

(participation). Advocating for the empowerment of disenfranchised community members (health equity, social

inclusion and social justice). Collaborating to address the social determinants of health (collaboration). Seeking the information needed to implement effective policies and programs. Creating accessible information to support individual and community decision-making (autonomy

and self-determination). Taking timely action to prevent harm and promote health with available information (precautionary

principle). Maintaining the public trust and informing the public of potential harm/risk (duty to inform). Anticipating and respecting the dignity of each person, diverse values, beliefs, and cultures in the

community (human dignity and diversity). Acting to enhance and protect the physical and social environment (sustainable development).

Protecting the confidentiality of individual information while acting to protect the public fromsignificant harm (confidentiality, and do no harm).

Promoting competency and excellence in public health practice.

5Public Health Leadership Society (2002). Principles of the ethical practice of public health. Retrieved 25/01/2009,

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The following standards describe the characteristics for ethical public health practice that should bevisible to instructors, patients, and colleagues in your behaviours as a student in all classroom andpracticum interactions.

Act in a manner that respects the dignity and rights of all persons without prejudice as to race,religious beliefs, colour, gender, age, ancestry, physical characteristics, or place of origin.

Treat clients, peers, and personnel in agencies and faculty with dignity and respect and be

considerate of their circumstances. Act in a responsible manner that includes being punctual, dependable, trustworthy, consistent, and

reliable. Demonstrate empathy for others by showing concern for and understanding of others feelings

and/or ideas. Respond to feedback by listening, evaluating and responding to suggestions. Maintain positive interpersonal relationships by contributing, cooperating, participating and working

with others in a flexible and adaptable way. Show maturity and sound judgment. Show enthusiasm and initiative by being actively involved as a participant while encouraging the

involvement and participation of others. Respect the confidentiality of information about clients and their families, agency personnel, peers,

or faculty that has been received in confidence in the course of public health practice.

Apprise your public health advisor and preceptor at an agency practicum site in advance ofunavoidable absences in recognition that attendance at all hours of assigned practicumexperiences is expected conduct for ethical public health practice.

Report unethical conduct (e.g., risk of harm to others in a practicum setting) through appropriatechannels.


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4. Public Health Degree Thesis

a. Undergraduate ThesisIn the public health degree, students may choose to complete an undergraduate thesis (6 credit hours), asone program route, subject to meeting course prerequisites (see below and see Public Health 4995

Undergraduate Thesis, U of L Academic Calendar, p. 432). The undergraduate thesis provides students anopportunity to undertake an original research project under the supervision of a Health Sciences facultymember. An honours designation is currently not available in the Public Health Degree program (seeHonours Thesis proposed changes for 2011).

Thesis is a challenging, work-intensive, research-oriented course in which students will conduct research,report orally on the work, and submit a report in the form of an undergraduate thesis which will be madepublicly available. Students should contact public health faculty members to confirm a Thesis Supervisorprior to applying for the course. In consultation with their Thesis Supervisor, students will undertakeresearch focused on a public health issue. Thesis is scheduled over two consecutive terms, beginning inthe fall term and is completed in the winter term of a given calendar year.

Inquiries about the availability of the Undergraduate Thesis option should be directed to the Coordinator

for the Public Health Degree, or the Academic Advisor, Faculty of Health Sciences (see Appendix II - PublicHealth DegreeStudents Checklist).

PrerequisitesPrerequisites for Prospective Undergraduate Thesis candidates (only students meeting these criteria areeligible to apply for the thesis option) :

Fourth year standing (a minimum of 90.0 credit hours completed prior to the start of the applicablefall term).

A cumulative minimum GPA of 3.50 (at the time of application). Agreement of a Thesis Supervisor (a letter of agreement must accompany the application form).

General TimelinesApplication Process and Program Admission

At least 2 months prior to the start of the first thesis semester (fall term), the student shall identify afaculty member that agrees to supervise the project.

At least 1 2 months prior, the student shall complete the standardized thesis proposal templateand a formal application.

An application for ethics approval will be required after a student is accepted into the program. An unofficial transcript must be submitted for review by the Supervisory Committee.

Supervisory CommitteeFor each prospective Undergraduate Thesis candidate, a Supervisory Committee will be established.The Supervisory Committee will:

be approved by the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Coordinators of the Public Health degree(Faculty of Health Sciences and Faculty of Arts and Science.)

be made up of a Thesis Supervisor (preferably a faculty member from the Public Health Degreeprogram), and one other reader, who may be from outside the program.

approve the topic matter of the proposed thesis at the time of application (as outlined in thestandardized thesis proposal template).

First term of Thesis A Thesis Proposal must be reviewed and approved by Supervisory Committee and the ethics

board no later than the end of the first term in which the student is registered in the UndergraduateThesis.

Students who are unsuccessful in meeting the final deadline for approval of an UndergraduateThesis will be ineligible to continue in the Thesis route.


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Second term of Thesis Completion of thesis work An Oral presentation will be made to the Supervisory Committee during the last 3 weeks of the

second term.

General Guidelines Undergraduate Thesis courses will be 6.0 credit hours, and tuition fees will be assessed on the

regular fee basis. The grading mode will be standard letter grading.

Initial ApprovalThe prospective student must present the standardized thesis proposal template to be approved by theSupervisory Committee by April 15th to begin thesis in September of the same year.

Subsequent changes to the Thesis Proposal must be approved by the Supervisory Committee. Admission to the course is achieved through approval of the Supervisory Committee, or Program

Coordinator, endorsed by the Dean whose signature indicates that the necessary resources areavailable for the project.

Final AssessmentThe final assessment for the undergraduate thesis is based on two criteria: Written Component(80%)

The Undergraduate Thesis must be a sustained piece of supervised research demonstrating asuperior level of academic ability on a public health matter, as approved by the SupervisoryCommittee at the time of initial approval. The thesis should be of high quality and will be madepublicly available by the Public Health Degree program.

Oral Component(20%)The student will be required to make a formal oral presentation demonstrating the ability toarticulate clearly the nature of the project undertaken, the research methodology and the results ofthe project. This component is a demonstration of the students competence in oral communicationand not necessarily an oral defense of the thesis.

Course Credit for Undergraduate ThesisStudents will receive a letter grade for their undergraduate thesis.

b. Honours Thesis DesignationThe following proposed change will be submitted for approval for the calendar in 2011:

In the B.H.Sc. Public Health Degree program, students may choose to complete an undergraduate thesiscourse (6.0 credit hours), subject to meeting course prerequisites (see Public Health 4995 UndergraduateThesis, U of L Academic Calendar). Students who complete all requirements and satisfy the academicstandards required for the undergraduate thesis course are eligible to receive the Honours Thesisdesignation on their official transcript and degree parchment.

Eligibility for Honours Thesis Designation

Students are eligible to receive the Honours Thesis designation on their official transcript and degreeparchment only if they achieve a minimum grade of B+ (3 .30 or higher) for the undergraduate thesiscourse, and have satisfactorily completed the required oral component. Students who achieve gradesbetween D and B, inclusive, and/or do not complete the oral component will retain credit for theequivalent of two courses (6.0 credit hours) but will not be eligible for the Honours Thesis designation.

Inquiries about the availability of the Honours Thesis option should be directed to the Faculty of HealthSciences Coordinator for Public Health or Academic Advisor, Faculty of Health Sciences. Please refer toPart 4 - Academic Regulations, Section 3.f. for more information on the Honours Thesis designation.


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5. Policies6

a. Attendance PolicyAttendancein all assigned practicum days is mandatory.Absencemeans a student is unable to be physically present to engage in the scheduled/assigned practice

activities for a course.Mandatorymeans that attendance is compulsory, obligatory, as well as morally and legally binding.

It is the responsibility of the student to notify their Faculty Advisor7of any absence from scheduled

practicum placement hours. At the discretion of the faculty advisor, additional documentation of absence(s)may be required (e.g., a note from a health care professional or other documentation). Travel, social, andrecreational activities will not be accepted as valid or justifiable reasons for absence from scheduledpracticum hours. Students are expected to be on time and attend all scheduled hours of a practicumplacement.

Absence from required practicum hours that impact a students ability to meet course objectives/outcomesor demonstrates violation of the principles of accountability and integrity for a public health practitioner mayresult in subsequent failure of the course. Student conduct is expected to comply with the principles of

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. It is also the students responsibility to not attend practicum when they areunfit for practice (e.g., an illness with fever or a cough). The student must notify their faculty advisor andpreceptor of an absence at least 30 minutes before the start of a scheduled practicum day. In the event ofan illness or injury

9during a practicum day, the student is required to notify their faculty advisor as soon as

possible.

If an absence interferes with the students progression through the course and/or program, the student maybe asked to meet with their Faculty Advisor and the Coordinator of the Public Health Degree, Faculty ofHealth Sciences. Students are cautioned that even under extenuating circumstances additional practicumhours are usually not available during the term. Unapproved absences may result in a student beingrequired to withdraw from the practicum.

Student Athletics ParticipationThe Faculty of Health Sciences acknowledges that some students are members of official athletic teams,and may have obligations to these teams in order to maintain scholarships. Students should attempt toregister for courses so that their athletic commitments have the minimum impact on their academiccommitments. All members of a University of Lethbridge athletic team, who anticipate absence from apublic health course or a practicum related to their participation on a university team, should discuss thiswith their faculty advisor/professor at the initiation of the course to determine if these planned absencescan be accommodated without impacting the students ability to attain the course outcomes and requiredpracticum hours. Please note that students on athletic teams must also meet with an academic advisor toassist with course planning each semester.

Student Conference AttendanceOfficial student delegates for conferences (related to the Health Sciences Students Association or a PublicHealth association) may be granted permission to attend official conferences/meetings during course timeas long as participation in these activities will not adversely impact their achievement of course objectives.

6Adapted from Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta (2010). Student Handbook.

7A Faculty Advisor is a faculty member providing supervision of public health students in practicum placements.

8Public Health Leadership Society. (2002).

9 In compliance with the Workmans Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety standards for Alberta, all

injuries must be reported within 24 hours of the event (including weekends), therefore, contact with the faculty

advisor is required as soon as possible after the incident. For more information see the section on student support and

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Student delegates should discuss a potential absence with faculty at their earliest convenience todetermine if permission to attend these events can be granted. Permission to attend conferences will notbe granted for any student that is not demonstrating an appropriate level of practice in a practicum settingor is not maintaining the GPA standards set for the Public Health Degree.

b. Student Dress Policy (for Practicum Placement)

Ethical Principles Underlying Expected Student Dress for Practicum PlacementStudents are responsible for presenting themselves appropriately during a practicum placement. Principlesinclude:

Do no harm It is the responsibility of students to comply with the dress code in order to minimize

harm to the public (including preventing the spread of infection).

Respect for persons It is the responsibility of students to respect the dignity of each person.

Student personal attire should not offend clients (e.g., no low cut, revealing clothing; need to cover

extensive tattoos).

Diversity It is the responsibility of students to respect client diversity (e.g., related to gender,

culture, age, and sexuality).

AutonomyIt is the students responsibility to be appropriately attired for the pract ice setting.

Student self-determination and self-expression must be balanced against the ethical principles of

doing no harm, and respect for the dignity and diversity of all persons.

Principles for the Regulations of the Dress Code Complies with Occupational Health and Safety standards

Complies with No Scent Policy10 (applicable in some organizations)

Complies with the standards set by the applicable organization for each practicum.

Requirements for appropriate dress include: A Faculty of Health Sciences name tag must be worn by all public health students. Students must carry appropriate identification (e.g., U of L student ID). Students are expected to abide by the dress codes of the organizations in which they are placed

for a practicum.Check with your faculty advisor about expected dress for your practicum setting. Settings for practicum

placement will vary and may include community organizations and health care facilities.

c. Leave of Absence Policy (LOA)Request for an LOA shall be made in writing to the Dean. All leaves of absence will be assessed on anindividual basis to determine the need for the student to complete makeup days.

10Some organizations have a policy banning all perfume or scent in the workplace to prevent those with

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6. University of Lethbridge Student Support Services

a. InsuranceUniversity of Lethbridge maintains a liability insurance program, inclusive of Comprehensive GeneralLiability and Malpractice Insurance, that extends coverage to public health students enrolled in the programwhile acting within the scope of their academic requirements and duties. The insurance provides coverage

for activities required for completion of the course of studies including home visits, field trips, andcontracted affiliations at other agencies. (Note any activities performed outside of the students academicprogram or independent of the students academic requirements is not insured under the Universitysliability insurance program. Also the student is responsible for ensuring that they have insurance in placefor his/her health and dental coverage as well as his/her personal effects as well as any automobile whichhe/she may operate).

University of Lethbridge is not responsible for public health students who are working as volunteers or paidemployees in other institutions. Students participating in functions for other agencies do so as privateindividuals unless there is a contractual agreement between the institutions and the agency.

For insurance purposes all incidents/accidents occurring in the course of the students academic initiatives

that results in injury and/or property damage to others or that may have the potential to give rise to a claimagainst, must be reported to Risk and Safety Services at 403-382-7176 or 403-329-2099. For ease ofnotification the on-line Campus Accident Incident Report should be completed:(https://www.uleth.ca/hum/riskandsafetyservices/cair/)

b. Workers CompensationStudents, in accordance with part 7 of the Alberta Workers Compensation Regulation, are eligible forbenefits under the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) for injuries/illnesses that occur while attendingand participating in practicum learning experiences. In the case of an injury (any illness and injury thatoccurs at a worksite):

Inform your Faculty Advisor as soon as possible (within 24 hours) of any injury especially if medicaltreatment is required. Advise your doctor that the injury is work related.

Your Faculty Advisor will support you in reporting the incident/injury, completing forms and assuringappropriate medical follow-up or risk assessment.

University of Lethbridge: Risk & Safety Services: Phone 403-382-7176, Wellness Phone 403-332-5217.On-line Campus Accident/Incident Report form(https://www.uleth.ca/hum/riskandsafetyservices/cair/)

The completed forms must be submitted within 24 hours of the accident/incident. The UniversitysWellness Co-ordinator will submit the claim to WCB.

c. Support Services for Aboriginal Students in Health SciencesThe Faculty of Health Sciences provides support services to Aboriginal students who are interested in acareer in the health sciences (e.g., public health, nursing or addictions counselling). This initiative alsoprovides support for self-declared First Nations, Mtis and Inuit students enrolled in the Health Sciencesstream of the First Nations Transition Program. Funding was initially provided to support nursing students(formerly called the Support Program for Aboriginal Nursing Students [SPANS]), and services have recentlybeen expanded to provide support for students in public health.

An integrated approach involving incorporation of elders, mentoring, tutoring, social networking andassistance in locating resources (e.g., laptops, scholarships) is used. The goal of the social networkingaspect is to help you successfully adjust to student life and to the academic pressures of the program byhelping you connect with other students, instructors, and elders, thereby creating a peer support system.

You are encouraged to connect with the Learning Facilitator, Marilyn Lamb in Markin Hall M3078,403.332.4579 or [email protected] office hours at the University of Lethbridge are from8:30 4:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 1:00 4:30 on Wednesdays at M3078, Markin Hall.
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d. Scholarships (seehttp://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/publichealth)Speak to your academic advisor about the scholarchips available for qualified public health students.Public Health Entrance Award- $4000This entrance award is available to any student accepted into the Public Health Degree program. Theaward is divided over the four years, awarding $1000 per year to full-time students in good standing.

Faculty of Health Sciences Entrance Scholarship and Relocation Award - $1,000-2,000This entrance scholarship is available to any student accepted into the Public Health Degree program withan 80% or higher average (entrance GPA). The initial disbursement of $1000 is awarded after confirmationof full time enrollment of first year. An additional $500 relocation award is available for students that receiveentrance scholarship if they have moved 100km or more and an extra $500 is given to continuing second-year Public Health majors who receive the scholarship and relocation award.
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7. Appendices


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Appendix I - Health Requirements Form

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FORM

Make an appointment with your local public health office for completion of form.Bring any immunization records you may have to your appointment. Submit aphotocopy of this form at Orientation whether completed, partially completed, or notcompleted, as well as any future photocopies with updates to Naomi Windy Boy(Faculty of Health Sciences Office, Markin Hall 3083).

PUBLIC HEALTH

PROGRAM

Name:

U of L ID#: Date:VACCINE REQUIREMENTS MAJOR INDICATORS RESULTS

Tetanus &DiphtheriaVaccine

Documented proof of Td in thepast 10 years*.

The incidence of Tetanus andDiphtheria are low, however,these serious diseases arepreventable.

Maintaining Immunity Recommended:

Date of last Td vaccine

*In the event of a puncture wound, a Td booster isrecommended if > than 5 years since the last dose.

Polio Vaccine One documented dose of poliovaccine is recommended.

Booster may be required if travelto specific areas outside ofCanada is planned.

History of at least one dose Recommended:

Yes, previously vaccinated: Date __________________

Vaccination required __ Date of vaccination __________

Measles,Mumps &RubellaVaccines

If born before1970, assumeimmunity tomeasles andmumps.

If born before1957, assumeimmunity torubella as well.

If born in 1970 or later require 2shots of MMR vaccine. Ifthere are 2 documentedimmunizations, assumeimmunity. Titre levels notrequired.

If 1 dose of MMR only, titrelevels required and if 10: Chest X-ray negative

Chest X-ray positive (follow-up required)

Date follow-up completed

Hepatitis BVaccine

Series of 3 vaccinations isrecommended.

Exposure to the Hepatitis Bvirus is through exposure toblood, body fluids andcontaminated surfaces.

Date of 1st vaccination ________________Date of 2nd vaccination (30 days after 1

st)

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Appendix I - Health Requirements Form (continued)

The personal information requested in this form is collected under the authority of the Post Secondary Learning Act, Section 33(c)

of FOIPP Act and Sect .27 and Sect. 20(b) of the Health Information Act (HIA). Certain personal information may be made

available to federal and provincial government department authorities and agencies under appropriate legislative authority.

Personal information is protected under the Alberta FOIPP Act, the Health Information Act and in conformance with the Universityrecords retention policies. Questions can be directed to the Coordinator Public Health Degree, Faculty of Health Sciences,

University of Lethbridge (403) 332-5233.

To the best of my knowledge, the above information is true and accurate. Any falsification of information may result in disciplinary action.

I understand that failure to meet the above immunization requirements may result in my clinical/practicum placements not being facilitated.

Updated Sept. 6, 2010

Students Signature Date


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Appendix IIPublic Health Degree - Student Checklist

Fall each year________Submit an updated Health Requirements Form(updated annually) or submit the

Waiver Form (to Naomi Windy Boy, Faculty of Health Sciences Office) all studentsSpring of 2

ndyear

________Declare an area of concentration at the time of registration (applied publichealth, health policy and promotion or administration and research) or revise yourdeclaration by the end of March in your 2

ndyear (notify Kristie Masuda, Academic Advisor)

________Declare a route (practicum or thesis) by the end of March in your 2nd

year (notifyKristie Masuda, Academic Advisor).

________Proposed change for 2011: Course-based degree with an optional practicum or thesis. Declare aroute by the end of March in your 2

ndyear for those planning to register in either practicum

or thesis.

Thesis route:Spring of 3

rdyear

________Determine your GPA by the end of March in your 3rd

year (a GPA of 3.5 isrequired for eligibility for the thesis option - contact the Registrars Office).

Summer of 3

rd

year________ Must have competed a minimum of 90.0 credits prior to applying for thesis.________ Identify a faculty thesis supervisor and a topic for thesis (at least 2 months prior

to thesis registration).

Practicum route:Spring of 3

rdyear

________Discuss your interest in practicum placements within your declared concentration (with theCoordinator Sharon Yanicki). Students interested in proposing an international placementmust provide contact information for a proposed agency 6 months in advance of theplacement. Proposed placement options will be assessed by the coordinator.

Fall of 4th

year________Submit all required documentation at least one month prior to the start of term

for your practicum (submit to Naomi Windy Boy, Faculty of Health Sciences office) for thefollowing:Basic First Aid,CPR (HCP preferred),Criminal Record Check(within 90 days of the start of practicum),Health Requirements Form(updated annually or submit the waiver form)Security Check(at least 3 months in advance of a practicum discuss your interest in afederal government placement with the Coordinator Sharon Yanicki. Arrange a securitycheck at least 6 weeks prior to practicum).

Prior to the Start of Practicum________Obtain a U of L Public Health Student name tag prior to the start of Practicum

(at Student Orientation prior to the first day of classes for the fall term,or the term prior to practicum)

First Day of Practicum

________Complete the following consent forms (submit to your faculty advisor):Travel Waiver FormHealth Hazard Assessment form (risk assessment for the practicum site)Consent for collecting and Disclosing Student Information and Acknowledgement ofProcedures

________Review your Learning Objectives/selected Competencies with your faculty advisor/preceptor.


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Appendix III - Consent for Collecting and Disclosing Student Information Public Health Degree

Public Health DegreeConsent for Collecting and Disclosing Student Information

and Acknowledgement of Procedures

This consent form outlines the process for collecting and sharing personal student information within thePublic Health Degree

The personal information requested on this form is collected and protected under the authority of the Post-secondaryLearning Act of Alberta and the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act for the purpose ofauthorizing the collection and disclosure of personal information. Questions can be directed to the Coordinator PublicHealth Degree, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Lethbridge (403) 332-5233.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE SIGNING BELOW

With regard to collection and disclosure of my personal information, by signing this form:

I authorize the Public Health Degree program, faculty, and support staff to collect and disclose informationabout me with the Public Health Degree administration, faculty, and support staff, practicum siteadministration, teaching and support staff, and others as appropriate. Types of information may beinformation about my practicum placement requirements, learning needs and goals, and other information, asappropriate, for my success in the program.

I understand that the purpose of the collection and disclosure of information about me in this regard is for thepurpose of helping me further my public health education and/or practicum experience. I further understand

that giving my consent to do so will greatly facilitate my learning opportunities.

I understand that this consent is valid for the duration of my registration in the Public Health Degree

With regard to acknowledgement of procedures, by signing this form:

I acknowledge my receipt and understanding of the terms and conditions of the Public Health Degree asoutlined in the Public Health Degree Student Handbook, course syllabi, and University of Lethbridgecalendars.

Further, I understand that failure to meet requirements (e.g., health requirements, criminal record check,current CPR, and as required a security check) for practicum placement may result in my practicumplacements not being facilitated.

X___________________________________________________________________________________________

DATE OFSIGNING

MONTH: DAY: YEAR:

Last Name First Name Middle Initial

University of Lethbridge Student ID Number


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Appendix IV - Public Health Degree Program Faculty Directory

OFFICE NAME/TITLE PHONEADMINISTRATION

M3090Chris Hosgood, Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences

[email protected]

403-317-2810

Public Health Faculty

M3053Sharon Yanicki, Coordinator Public Health Degree & Faculty

[email protected]

M3051Heather Renter, [email protected]

403-332-4060

M3049Raphael Lencucha, [email protected]

403-332-4086

Nursing Faculty

M3067Monique Sedgwick, [email protected]

403-332-5254

SUPPORT STAFF

M3100

Danielle Grapatin (Asheley Cowie, on leave),

Student Recruitment & [email protected]@uleth.ca

403-317-2861

M3098Wendy Herbers, Administrative Assistant

[email protected]

M3078Marilyn Lamb, Support Services for Aboriginal Students in

Health Sciences Learning [email protected]

403-332-4579

M3083Sharon Lawson, Administrative Support

[email protected]

M3102Kristie Masuda, Academic Advisor

Addictions Counselling & Public [email protected]

403-329-2649

M3096 Jan Morton, Financial [email protected]

403-382-7118

M3092Darlene Sutherland, Secretary to the Dean

[email protected]

M3083Naomi Windy Boy, Administrative Support

[email protected]

OFFICE NAME/TITLE PHONEADMINISTRATION

A560AChris Nicol, Dean, Faculty of Arts and Science

[email protected]

A860Steve Ferzacca, Coordinator Public Health Degree and

Associate Professor, Faculty of Arts and Science

[email protected]

403-329-2489
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Appendix V - Community and University of Lethbridge Resources

UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGEAcademic AdvisorKristie Masuda

[email protected]: 403-329-2649

Kristie is available to help students with program planning, courseselection, and to answer inquiries about academic regulations.

Students are encouraged to contact her regarding any questionsabout courses or program requirements.

Campus Food BankSU 180Phone: [email protected]

Their mission is to supply food to the neediest members of ourUniversity of Lethbridge community.

Community Good Food ClubStudents Union OfficeSU Level 1

The Community Good Food Club is open to anyone wanting aconvenient and economical way of promoting healthy eating habits.It is run by a team of dedicated community partners and volunteers.

Counselling ServicesTH 218Phone: 403-317-2845

Counselling Services focuses on improving the total well-being ofstudents. Counsellors are mental health professionals who canhelp to facilitate your personal growth, academic skills developmentand career decision making. Counselling services are free ofcharge and strictly confidential.

Disability Resource CentreA 782Phone: 403-329-2766

The university community shares in the responsibility for providinginstructional and learning related accommodation for students withdisabilities. Students who have been diagnosed with a disability,have no need to face the challenge of university without support.Students with a visible or non-visible disability may qualify forsupport.

Health CentreSU 020Phone: 403-329-2484

Helping students stay healthy. Offering Physician, Psychiatrist,Chiropractor, Registered Massage Therapist, and Dietician clinicsas well as Nursing Assessment and care.

International Centre for StudentsSU 047Phone: 403-394-3910

http://www.uleth.ca/global/

This centre has English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.Tutors and students may contact the centre regarding specificstudent learning needs for the nursing program to determine

strategies to address any identified areas of weakness.Scholarships & Student FinanceSU 068Phone: 403-329-2585

Students can access information and applications for scholarshipsand financial assistance.

Writing CentreL1012http://www.uleth.ca/ics/writingcentre/

All nursing students have access to the Writing Center wherestudents may book a session with a writing tutor, access onlinetutorials and access online writing guides.

OTHER SERVICESInterfaith Food Bank1116 3

rdAvenue North

Phone: 403-320-8779

Recognize the human dignity of people in need and to assist thesepeople living in Lethbridge and the surrounding communities.

Lethbridge Food Bank1016 2

ndAvenue South

Phone: 403-320-1879

Acknowledging the disparity in the availability of resources amongCanadians and recognizing that while food banks will be needed

for the foreseeable future, they are a short-term response for thoseliving with difficult circumstances.

Lethbridge Immigrant ServicesOrganization (LISO) ESL department#506 - 4 Ave. S., Phone: 403-320-1589

The LISO focuses on early acquisition of English skills for newimmigrants to southern Alberta.
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Appendix VI - Thesis Agreement Form

Public Health Degree Program

Name of Student: Student ID:

Telephone Number:

Email Address:

Faculty Advisor:

Project Title:

Name of Thesis Reader:

Signature of Thesis Readers:

I agree to evaluate the thesis listed above upon completion of the final draft.

Grading Scheme (to be completed by Thesis Advisor):

Written Thesis:

Oral Component11

(if applicable):

Other (if applicable):

I agree to this grading scheme.

____________________________________ _____________________________________

Student Signature Advisor Signature

11The student will be required to make a formal oral presentation. This component is a demonstration of the students

competence in oral communication and not necessarily an oral defence of the thesis.


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Appendix VIICore Competencies12

for Public Health Expectations for the end of Fourth Year

Core Competencies for Public Health Beginning Practitioner LevelBy the end of the senior practicum a public health student will demonstrate knowledge and skilldevelopment within three (3) areas of core competency (see below):

By the end of Year 4 public health students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the core theoretical foundations for public health including

the social determinants of population health and principles of health promotion.

1.1 Aware of a range of public health services at community, provincial, national and global levels.1.2 Knowledge of the determinants of health and illness, and major trends in population health status1.3 Recognize how the determinants of health impact population health status.1.4 Knowledge of applicable theories of behaviour change, models and frameworks for prevention of

disease/injury, health promotion, and population health.1.5 Knowledge of and able to apply the concepts of the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion.1.6 Awareness of socioenvironmental and socioecological models of health.1.7 Identifies policies and legislative strategies for health protection.

2. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of approaches to public health assessment, surveillance tosupport evidence-informed decision-making.3.1 Recognize and identify public health issues.3.2 Identify applicable information, assets and resources.3.3 Identify and collect appropriate information3.4 Store, retrieve and manage information (based on guidelines or policies).3.5 Participate in information analysis and interpretation with assistance

3. Demonstrate the ability to appraise information and evidence to guide planning, policy,implementation and evaluation.3.1 Identify applicable literature on a public health issue.3.2 Identify strategies and options to promote health and prevent disease/injury with community

members/partners.3.3 Reviews applicable legislation, regulations and policies.3.4 Participate in collaborative planning3.4 Participate in evaluating and adapting health promotion strategies and interventions.

4. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with partners in addressing public health issues.4.1 Work effectively in teams/groups.4.2 Identify partners in the community with shared public health issues.4.3 Co-facilitates group discussions.4.4 Advocate for healthy public policies with community members and partners.

5. Demonstrate ethical public health practice and respect for diversity among peoples.5.1 Respect for confidentiality and privacy.5.2 Aware of and able to apply public health values and ethical principles in decision-making.5.3 Respect for diversity and human dignity in interactions.5.4 Appropriate adaptations for literacy levels and population diversity5.4 Advocate for health equity and social justice by engaging community members and vulnerable groups

in indentifying assets/issues.

12 Public Health Agency of Canada. (2008). Core competencies for public health in Canada. Ottawa: Retrieved fromhttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccph-cesp/pdfs/cc-manual-eng090407.pdf.Public Health students whotake part in a practicum placement will have an opportunity to develop a range of core competencies forpublic health practice.
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6. Demonstrate effective communications (oral and written) in working with clients (individuals,groups and communities) in practice settings.6.1 Communicate effectively with clients, groups, and community organizations/agencies.6.2 Collaborate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team, and with community partners.6.3 Utilize technology to communicate effectively.

6.4 Design presentations with appropriate media, materials and presentation approaches.6.5 Demonstrate a working vocabulary of terms used in the field of public health.6.6 Demonstrates effective written communications.

7. Demonstrate leadership in promoting the capacity of organizations and communities to createhealthy workplaces and environments.7.1 Contribute to collaborative planning.7.2 Contribute to team projects by sharing knowledge, tools, and resources.7.3 Demonstrate the ability to reflect on and apply knowledge in public health practice settings.7.4 Work independently and with supervision.

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