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2013-2014 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2019 [Archived Catalog]

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HLTH 290 - Principles of Health Education and Health Science

This course aids in the development of a basic foundation of awareness, knowledge, and skills from which to apply subsequent health education and health promotion principles. The course content covers health history, philosophy, ethics, theories and models, settings for health, professional organizations, and the literature in health. The course is based on the Seven Responsibilities of a Health Educator which include: assess needs; plan; implement; conduct evaluation and research related to health education; administer health education strategies, interventions, and programs; serve as a health education resource person; and communicate and advocate for health education. This course includes a pre-professional shadowing assignment and an integrated service learning component.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in   and Health Science major.
Credits: 3
NOTE: The Health Science Course Fee applies to this course.


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