Foundations of Community Health Education

Catalog description

This course introduces students to principles and practices of community health information, perspectives, and competencies necessary to promote health in various settings (e.g., community, school, workplace, and health care). The course explores concepts related to health and health education, including determinants of health, health equity, and various physical, mental, and environmental health conditions. The historical origins of the profession, the roles and responsibilities of community health educators, and the Certified Health Education Specialist competencies are examined. Equivalent to PHLS 2110 for prerequisite purposes.