MPH1016

Health promotion ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Mr B Marshall

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis: Theories & models of health promotion. Planning & implementation strategies including education & information advocacy, social marketing, legislation/regulation, mediation & community development. Settings for health promotion including community, neighbourhoods, schools, general practice, hospitals, workplace & home. Managing & maintaining health promotion programs. Monitoring & evaluating health promotion processes & outcomes. Current issues in health promotion eg efficacy of intersectoral health promotion, economic & social benefit, public vs private actions, behaviourist vs structuralist approach.

Objectives: The overall aim of this unit is to equip students with a knowledge and comprehension of health promotion theoretical frameworks, experience in developing health promotion strategies, and an understanding of health promotion concepts and approaches as they relate to contemporary health issues in Australia and other countries. The unit is designed to assist students to: 1. Appreciate key developments in Australia and internationally that have contributed to current understanding of health and health promotion; 2. Examine the range of theoretical and practical intervention frameworks available for health promotion delivery; 3. Become familiar with the information and skills required for the development of health promotion programs; 4. Describe and form opinions on dilemmas and difficulties in health promotion.

Assessment: Written assignments + Group Presentation

Contact Hours: 2 contact hours per week