As you progress through your final year of study in Environmental Health, preparing to enter the workforce in Papua New Guinea, it is important to recognize that much of the work in this field is project-oriented. Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) in both the public and private sectors are often responsible for managing projects of varying scales, from small community-based initiatives to large-scale rural water supply and sanitation projects.

This unit is designed to equip you with the fundamental principles and practices of effective project management in the environmental health sector. Throughout this course, you will develop essential skills in consultation, collaboration, networking, problem-solving, planning, implementation, and evaluation - all of which are critical for successfully managing environmental health projects.

A key focus will be on understanding the different levels at which environmental health projects operate and the importance of seeing a project through to completion.  By the end of this unit, you will have the knowledge and practical experience necessary to apply project management principles in real-world settings, preparing you for a successful career  in environmental health.