Course overview
Systems Approaches for Healthy Communities is a web-based, professional development program that promotes the integration of policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change approaches with educational strategies. The program was designed for organizations and individuals whose work focuses on health promotion.
Watch A Healthy Community for the Green Family for an introduction to the frameworks and content of this course.
Update in Progress
In 2026, we are creating an exciting new version of the course that integrates 10+ years of experience and stories about systems change work that creates healthier communities in Minnesota and beyond.
Please send an email to [email protected] to be kept in the loop about updates and alternative ways to access tools and resources as the update is in progress.
Contact us
For other inquiries about the course, contact Noelle Harden at [email protected] or visit sahc.umn.edu
Reviewed in 2026