Learning Objectives

Upon satisfactory completion of the MCH program, students will be able to meeting the following learning objectives:

• Describe the etiology, epidemiology, and history of maternal and child health problems
• Apply knowledge of demographic, health, social, and community issues in designing MCH programs
• Understand the organization, workforce, and financing of health services in the United States, and the position of maternal and child health services within that system
• Discuss the historical development of federal, state, and local agencies and programs serving women, children, and families; and their current structures and missions
• Demonstrate ethical conduct in practice and research
• Demonstrate competency in the quantitative analysis of data
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences to improve the health of women, children, and families, especially low-income families with limited access to quality health services, and children with special health care needs

MCH graduates are skilled in the competencies (PDF) defined by the Association of Teachers of Maternal and Child Health. To complete a self-assessment of your own MCH skills and goals, click here (PDF) .