Diploma in Primary Care

Thanks to this diploma in primary care you will know the importance of the base of the health system. As a result of its prevention functions, early diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of diseases and conditions, as well as in the promotion of health and management of chronic diseases, it contributes to improve the health of the population and reduce the burden of diseases in society. This course will provide you with the necessary skills and competences to provide patient -centered care and evidence based, guaranteeing equitable access to quality health services. Finally, students will have the possibility of deepening management issues in different fields in which primary care intercedes.

- Understand the functioning of primary care centers, as well as the public health system. - Learn to manage the different services offered by primary care. - Know the different activities related to health promotion and protection. - Develop strategies to identify, control and manage chronic diseases. - Optimize the use of medical resources to ensure high quality and sustainable care. - Establish systems that allow effective coordination between primary care and specialized medical services.

The professional exits of this diploma in primary care are those related to medical care on the front line and management of primary care centers. In addition, you can focus on disease prevention and health promotion, such as worker and consultant. You can also guide yourself towards teaching, training other health professionals.

With this diploma in primary care you will have the possibility of preparing to offer comprehensive and basic medical care to patients at the initial level of care, developing skills in diagnosis, treatment, effective communication and case management. This training is essential for those who want to perform as health professionals in the first line of medical care.

This diploma in primary care can be aimed at health professionals, social workers and administrative staff of health centers, to develop the necessary competences in the provision of basic and continuous medical care to patients, since they will expand their understanding of primary care and its importance in the health system.