PUBH 6160 - Principles of Public Health Education (3)

This course provides an overview of philosophies and theories underpinning the practice of public health education in diverse settings (e.g. schools, communities, hospitals, worksites, etc.) Special emphasis is placed on health behavior theories as they apply to educational interventions. Students will conduct a needs assessment, plan and evaluate a health education intervention. Service learning may be a component of this course. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the public health program or permission of the advisor for students using the course as an elective in other graduate disciplines.