Offered
Caulfield Second semester 2008 (Off-campus)
Synopsis
The theoretical underpinnings of health promotion and behavioural epidemiology will be outlined in this unit, and what constitutes success in health promotion will be discussed and defined. The core aspects of successful Australian health promotion projects will be isolated, together with the problems and unresolved issues of promoting health.
Objectives
On successful completion of this subject students will:
- be able to appreciate what is currently known and practised in the area of behaviour change and contribute a professional opinion to the process of designing health promotion projects particularly in rural and remote areas;
- be able to demonstrate an awareness of the essential community processes and support required for success in these endeavours.
Assessment
Journal article (2000 words): 35%
Health promotion project (1500 words): 25%
Examination: 40%
Off Campus Attendance Requirements
Five-day residential school
