Policy Institute: June 7-11, 2010
Key Bridge Marriott, Arlington, VA

Above: 2009 WHPI Students visiting Capitol Hill meet with policy makers.

2009 Institute Visual Documentary

Learn how health policy is really made and how you can play a role. Faculty include speakers from Federal and State Health Agencies, Congressional Staffs, Media Experts and Nationally Prominent Leaders in Health Policy.

The Washington Health Policy Institute explores all facets of the health policymaking process and provides participants with the knowledge needed to make a difference in the U.S. health system. By learning about policymaking through various complex policy issues, participants will be able to apply knowledge in their own professional activities.

Earn Graduate Credit or CEUs

Attendees may enroll in the Institute either for graduate credit or continuing education units (CEUs). Students with baccalaureate degrees may select one of two (2) options for graduate credit:

Health Policy (HAP 542)
June 7-11 (3 credits)
Examines concepts of social policy, power, and political behaviors and details the development of public health policy and its influence on health care professionals and the delivery system. Explores role of health politics in the work place, organization, government, and community with emphasis on involvement and advocacy.

HAP 542 is held 7:30 to 9:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Attendance is also required at Washington Health Policy Institute.

Health Policy Leadership (HAP 546/746)
June 6-June 11 (3 credits)
Examines the leadership process from a policy and organizational perspective. Helps post-baccalaureate health care professionals develop leadership skills and participate effectively in many areas of health policy making. Teaches individuals how to link health issues with policy development and pursue appropriate strategies. Participants receive customized leadership assessment. Students will register for either HAP 546 or HAP 746. Students in both courses will meet together with the same instructor, but will have different course objectives and requirements. Interested students with questions on which course to register for should contact the course instructor, Dr. PJ Maddox (pmaddox@gmu.edu).

HAP 546/746 begins Sunday (prior to the Institute) and continues from 7:30 to 9:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Attendance is also required at Washington Health Policy Institute.

Program enrollment in HAP 546/746 is limited to 30 participants, so sign up early!

For additional questions, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Above: Student Marcie Rutherford, right, meets with Virginia Neale, Legislative Assistant to U.S. Rep. Ron Klein of Florida.

Announcements

• Registration will open in November
• Lodging and Travel Information
• Images from the 2009 Institute now available.

Resources

• Institute Flyer
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Obtaining Grades and Transcriptions

2010 Student Course Materials

(password required)

• Forthcoming

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