Xunta de Galicia Launches Diploma in Public Health for Health Professionals
The Xunta de Galicia announces a Diploma in Public Health course for health professionals.
Key Points
- • 50 places offered for the Diploma in Public Health course.
- • Course includes 200 hours of online theory and 75 hours of practical training.
- • Accredited by the National School of Health and valid throughout Spain.
- • Applications open from August 8 to September 30, 2025.
The Xunta de Galicia has announced the opening of 50 places for a Diploma in Public Health course designed for health professionals, as reported on August 8, 2025. This initiative, detailed in the Diario Oficial de Galicia, aims to enhance the skillset of public health professionals through a comprehensive curriculum accredited by the National School of Health.
The course is structured to include 200 hours of theoretical online training complemented by 75 hours of practical training. It will run from November 3, 2025, to May 25, 2026, with a final project defense scheduled for September 21 and 22, 2026. Participants will engage in discussions and exercises aimed at interpreting, controlling, and evaluating health issues effectively, providing crucial tools for their professional roles.
To qualify for enrollment, candidates must possess a university degree or an equivalent qualification within the health sector. Notably, 20% of the available spots are reserved for professionals affiliated with the General Directorate of Public Health and its regional divisions. The course fee is set at 800 euros, and prospective students can apply from August 8 through September 30, 2025.