Health Education BIPH 3222B

Course description:

This course introduces the student to the discipline and profession of health education. Students will examine the concepts of health and wellness, the determinants of health behavior, national health status, the history of health education and health promotion. The student will recognize health education as an important foundation for population-based health care.

Course Aims:

  • Provides an opportunity for students to explore, apply and critique the theoretical foundations of health education and to learn how to apply in varied health education and promotion settings. 
  • Analyze and critically discuss the concepts of health and wellness, the determinants of health behavior derived from theories.

Course outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:  
  • Identify the definitions, concepts, dimensions, determinants and dynamics of health and wellness that influence personal health, community health and the quality of life.
  • Recognize the historic context for the developments in health education, health promotion and disease prevention. 
  • Examine health issues addressed through health education and health promotion. 
  • Identify and utilize resources for reliable health data. 
  • Describe cultural, social, economic, and political influences on health decision-making.
  •  Identify principles of learning, theories, and models as they apply to health education and health promotion.
  •  Develop the skills necessary for community assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education and health promotion programs for diverse populations as entry level public health professionals.
  •  Participate in learning experiences that reflect the responsibilities and competencies of the entry-level health educators.