Theory and Foundation of Community Health
General
Prefix
HLTH
Course Number
225
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Health and Wellness Professions
Description
Health behavior theories and models used in planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based initiatives and personal health behaviors.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Distinguish the theoretical bases and models for health promotion and education.
Outcome
Evaluate theories in public health education and community health.
Outcome
Design theory-based public health education and health behavior assessment tools.
Outcome
Analyze settings and target audiences for health education and health promotion.
Outcome
Synthesize health behavior theory and planning models for intervention/implementation.
Outcome
Contrast culturally appropriate, theory-driven individual and community-based behavior change interventions.
Outcome
Evaluate the history of the health education/community health profession and its current and future implications for professional practice.
Outcome
Assess research and literature applying health behavior theory and planning models within existing health promotion programs.
Outcome
Appraise appropriate qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Dependencies
Courses
HLTH225
is a
prerequisite
for:
Programs
HLTH225
is a
completion requirement
for: