PUBH 5120 - Behavioral Science and Public Health (3)

This course primarily focuses on the most contemporary issues in behavioral science and health education. A multi-level, multi-theoretical perspective is taken. The rationale for the growth of behavioral science within public health is reviewed; the effectiveness of health behavior interventions is explored; theoretical perspectives are surveyed; and applications of theory to specific settings and problems are reviewed. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or permission of advisor for students using course as an elective in other disciplines. Prerequisite(s): Admission in the public health program or permission of advisor for students using course as an elective in other disciplines.