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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Offered by John Hopkins University, the certification course titled Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach dives into the principles of public health with respect to major depressive disorder. The course talks about the depressive disorder by using aspects of epidemiology, psychiatry, health service research, prevention and treatment. Further, the course explores the concerns of public health with respect to mental illness by using the example of major depressive disorder.

Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach certification by Coursera is an online course. It includes approximately 11 hours of study material that consists of quizzes, video lessons, and reading material. It takes a comprehensive approach to depressive disorder from the perspective of both individuals and the population. It also explores major depressive disorder as part of the disease burden in the population, and how the effect of the same is measured.

The Highlights

Offered by John Hopkins University
Online Course
11 Hours Long
Shareable Certificate
Beginner Level

Programme Offerings

Flexible Time Schedule
video lectures
Reading Material
quizzes
Coursera Labs
Subtitles Availability

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 2390	yes	Coursera

The Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach certification fees is Rs. 2,390. The paid certification course includes graded assignments and a certificate issued by John Hopkins University. If the learner wants to access the Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach classes without making the payment, they can audit the course for free. The certificate and graded assignments are only available upon making the payment or applying for a scholarship.

Fee Structure

Enrolment Option	Fees
Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach (no certificate)	Free
Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach (certificate issued by John Hopkins University included)	Rs. 2,390

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

To get a certificate for the Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach certification course, learners are required to attempt all the graded assignments and obtain a passing grade. These assignments include practice assignments and peer-graded assignments.

What you will learn

Knowledge of epidemiology

Through the Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach certification syllabus, the learner will become acquainted with a public health perspective of major depression. They will also learn about its relation to epidemiology and the effect of the disorder on individuals and populations. The course also explores depressive disorder across different parts of the world. Lastly, the course talks about the possible causes of the disorder, its prevention and treatment, and focuses on mental health promotion.

Who it is for

Clinical PsychologistPsychiatristCounsellorResearcher

Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach certification can be beneficial for people who want to pursue a career in counselling, psychology, research and mental health. It can also provide the learner with solid background knowledge for a career in the field of psychiatry. Following are the career options that can be taken after doing this course:

Admission Details

Enrolling for the Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach training requires the learner to follow these steps:

Step 1. Sign up to the official website of Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/.

Step 2. On the official webpage of the course (https://www.coursera.org/learn/public-health-depression) navigate to the application form.

Step 3: Fill up the basic details that the form requires.

Step 4. Proceed to make the payment or request financial aid.

Step 5. The course material along with the graded assignments can be accessed after completing the application and making payment.

Application Details

The application form for Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach certification course asks the learner to enter their primary details which include name, age, phone number, email address, and location. If the learner wants to apply for a scholarship or financial aid, the application form will require some additional information such as financial status and employment details.

The Syllabus

Video

An Introduction to Major Depression

Readings

Syllabus
Public Mental Health by William Eaton

Videos

Lecture 1A: What is Depression?
Lecture 1B: Prevalence and Incidence of Major Depressive Episode
Lecture 1C: The Natural History of Major Depressive Disorder
Lecture 1D: Major Depressive Disorder and Medical Conditions
Lecture 1E: Estimating the Burden of Major Depressive Disorder and Medical Conditions

Practice Exercise

Quiz 1: The Basics of Major Depression

Videos

Lecture 2A: Does Depression Look the Same Across the World?
Lecture 2B: Is Depression Relevant in Low- and Middle-Income Countries?
Lecture 2C: What Predicts Depression in Low- and Middle-Income Countries?
Lecture 2D: How Can We Treat & Prevent Depression in Low- and Middle-Income Countries?