HPER 5120 - Principles, Practices, and Methods in Health Education

This course surveys the history, philosophy, and methods of health education. The philosophical basis and practices of health education are discussed in terms of needs and capabilities of people and factors that influence their development and actualization. Emphasis is placed upon the promotion of health and prevention of disease, disability, and premature death. Curriculum development and teaching methods focus on content and strategies considered most effective in teaching disease prevention, health promotion, and self-actualization.

Credits: 3 hrs.

Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students.