Introduction to Health & Physical Activity Promotion

Catalog description

This course introduces key concepts in promoting health and physical activity across the lifespan. Students will explore wellness principles, social and behavioral determinants of health, strategies for behavior change, and educational and public health frameworks. Emphasis is placed on understanding how health and physical activity contribute to individual and community well-being. Students will also examine diverse professional roles and career pathways in schools, healthcare, workplaces, and community-based health promotion and recreational settings.