C1: Introduction to the field of work and health
Module Description
Aim
Become acquainted with the program, and receive a road map along with examples of work and health issues from different perspectives.
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Contribute actively to the learning process and use the learning platform
- Distinguish levels of analysis and perspectives of various work and health disciplines
- Define work and health problems drawing on an interdisciplinary approach
- Describe the network of actors in the field of work and health
Contents
- Introduction to DAS Work+Health
- Structure, goals and learning principles of the interdisciplinary study program
- History of the field and evolution of key concepts such as health and work
- Work and health policy (in Switzerland and Europe) and stakeholders
- Multidisciplinary perspectives (medicine, psychology, sociology, engineering etc.)
- Role of different actors and professions in the field of work and health
- Models of health (physical, mental, social health) and diseases
Dates and location
01.29.–01.31.2024 in Zurich
Registration Deadline
01.05.2024
Fee
Included in the DAS Work+Health fee