Health Promotion and Education

This course explores the principles and practices of health promotion and education, focusing on strategies to improve community health awareness and foster healthy behaviors. Students will examine various models and approaches for designing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs. Emphasis is placed on culturally sensitive communication and education techniques to effectively address diverse populations’ needs.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand Health Promotion Concepts: Explain the key principles and models of health promotion and their role in improving community health outcomes.
• Design Health Education Strategies: Develop effective and culturally appropriate health education strategies tailored to specific populations.
• Evaluate Health Promotion Programs: Assess the effectiveness of health promotion initiatives using established evaluation frameworks.
• Apply Communication Techniques: Utilize effective communication methods to engage and educate communities about health and well-being.