Competency 1: MPH 2: Select quantitative and qualitative data collection methods appropriate for a given public health context.

With the assistance of my preceptor, I found MPH 2 be a great competency for me to follow because it allows me to collect specific data before evaluating the program. This process made it easy to define my target population of those with Diabetes and Hypertension. I achieved this competency by interviewing the program manager, nurse practitioner and public health nurse that are involved with the implementation of the Healthy Chesapeake CARE program that I am evaluating.

Competency 2: MPH 7: Assess population needs, assets and capacities that affect communities’ health

The CARE program addresses the need of an underserved population, including those who are low-income, that have diabetes and hypertension. I felt this competency allowed me to use resources such GHRconnect, CDC and many other Public Health data platforms to look at data on an how food insecurity can effect chronic disease. 

Competency 3: MPH 8: Apply awareness of cultural values and practices to the design or implementation of public health policies or programs

I stated above, I will use qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate this public health program. As I continue to research the correlation between chronic disease and food insecurity I will address the cultural factors that influence why some communities are more prevalent to food insecurity than others. With the high prevalence of food insecurities, being in more rural and urban areas I plan to address the outcomes of my project in my deliverables. 

Competency 4: HPRO 1: Plan or recommend a health communication or health promotion project that addresses the needs of the priority population.


Competency 5: HPRO 2: Design an evaluation plan to assess public health programs or projects.