PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Pursuant to the Republic Act No. 11223 or the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act was signed on February 20, 2019 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) signed on October 10, 2019, reforms will be implemented to ensure that all Filipinos are guaranteed equitable access to quality and affordable health care goods and services, and protected against financial risk. Further, the DOH shall assist the Local Government Units in integrating their local health systems into province-wide and city-wide health systems that are resilient, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of the population. To aid in the operationalization of the law at the local level, the DOH has developed the Online UHC Implementers’ Course which consists of 12 modules. The course is designed to provide various stakeholders with a comprehensive understanding of the different chapters and sections of the law and its operational policies and guidelines crafted by the Department of Health, PhilHealth, and other concerned agencies. The 8th module entitled “Human Resources for Health” includes topics on National Human Resources for Health Master Plan 2020-2040, Health Education Curricula to Primary Health Care, scholarships and return service agreements, National Health Workforce Registry and National Health Workforce Support System. Human Resources for Health in the Philippines is one of the most crucial aspects of our health-care system. Their understanding, abilities, and motivation in relation to the organization and delivery of health services have a significant influence on improving quality of care.

OBJECTIVES

? To discuss programs and policies relevant to Human Resource for Health (HRH) <br/>? To generate knowledge to the Universal health care implementers. This includes various professionals <br/>who are working in the healthcare field/ industry. <br/>? To generate knowledge to the general public regarding HRH programs and policies

SCHEDULE

Date/s of Conduct	Venue	Attendance
April 13, 2023 - December 31, 2023	learn.doh.gov.ph

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