Table 2.
Seven School of Public Health competencies tested during via gamification during the MPH capstone course Fall 2016 to the Spring 2018 semesters
| Competency | Description | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| I | Apply design and analytical methods to describe, implement, evaluate, and interpret research addressing public health concerns | 18 |
| II | Identify how environmental and occupational hazards impact health | 13 |
| III | Apply legal and ethical principles in public health and research | 8 |
| IV | Communicate public health issues, research, practice, and intervention strategies effectively | 11 |
| V | Design public health programs, policies, and interventions, including planning, implementation, and evaluation | 16 |
| VI | Discuss the history and structure of public health systems | 10 |
| VII | Assess public health concerns in diverse cultures and communities | 7 |