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The 16th Washington Health Policy Institute

About the Institute

Classroom

Institute Format

The three and one-half day program permits professionals interested in local, state and national-level policy to explore all facets of the policymaking process. The Institute uses an interactive format with lectures, case studies and travel to Capitol Hill or a Federal agency. Participants receive a comprehensive syllabus, readings and a directory of Members of Congress and congressional committees.

Institute Participants Learn About:

How policy is made - the process, the structures, the players and influential forces
How problems drive action
The role of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches in health policymaking
The Federal budget
Influences on the policy process: interest groups, Federal and state agencies, influential leaders, associations, coalitions, and the media
The relationship between policy and politics, and political strategy
U.S. health infrastructure - is it up to the challenges of rising costs, growing demands, workforce shortages and homeland security?
How to conduct an effective meeting with a Congressional staff member
Communication skills for political success
Tracking legislative information on the Internet

Target Audience:

Health Care Professionals
Health Organization and Association Staff
Homeland Security and Disaster Preparedness Professionals
Health Scholars and Educators
Policy Analysts, Congressional Staff, Interest Group Members and others involved in health policy activities

For more information, contact:

The Center for Health Policy Research & Ethics
Tim Henderson
(703) 993-1850

Previous Institute Agendas

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2007 Agenda
2006 Agenda
2005 Agenda
2004 Agenda
2003 Agenda
2002 Agenda
2001 Agenda

Center for Health Policy Research and Ethics