Peer Health Education

Catalog description

This course provides an introduction to health education, health promotion, and peer education. Students will develop communication, leadership, facilitation, and presentation skills while exploring topics relevant to the health and well-being of college students. Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to serve as peer educators in one or more health domains/topics. Students will also be eligible to take the BACCHUS/NASPA Certified Peer Educator (CPE) certifying exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, students will receive the CPE designation. Note: this course does not count toward the Psychology major or minor.