| The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the community health profession and to provide a foundation for subsequent major courses. Students will become familiar with the responsibilities and competencies of health educators including: assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating health programs; communicating and advocating for health and health education; and serving as a resource person in health education. Students will also learn to access and critically evaluate health related information, and explore health education ethics, philosophies, and theoretical foundations. Student development and professionalism is emphasized. |
