Designed to familiarize the student with the purpose, function, organization and administration of health education and promotion services. Some areas to be discussed are history and philosophy of health education, effective settings, behavior change theories, government initiatives, and ethics. Prerequisite: KN 248 or consent of instructor

This course will focus on controversies surrounding a wide range of current health science and personal health issues. When confronted by differing opinions and points of view, it is necessary to use critical thinking skills to comprehend, evaluate and make decisions in the face of uncertainty. Pros and cons of selected issues will be presented through readings, lectures, class discussions and both oral and written presentations. Prerequisite: KN 248 or consent of instructor.

This course is designed to study the fundamental concepts, models, theories and strategies pertaining to health education and promotion program planning and evaluation. Students will gain practical knowledge and will be expected to develop a comprehensive, theory-based strategy for delivery of a health promotion program, as well as provide for appropriate evaluation mechanisms throughout the program. Prerequisites: HL 277 and HL 377, or consent of instructor.