Health Promotion - Professional/Short course

Program Overview

Through a mix of lectures, workshops, and seminars, students explore topics such as behavior change theories, community empowerment, and health promotion planning. The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health and prepares graduates for careers in health promotion, public health, and related fields.

Program Outline

Outline:

Structure:

• The program spans one semester and comprises three 3.5-hour sessions delivered weekly
• Delivery mode is face-to-face
• Learning includes a mix of lectures, workshops, and seminars

Course Schedule:

• The program typically runs during semester 1
• Specific dates are available upon clicking the "Apply Now" button

Individual Modules:

• Module Content:
• Philosophical, theoretical, and political perspectives on health promotion
• Community organization, empowerment, participation, collective action, and development
• Values, attitudes, beliefs, cultural context of health behavior, personal and social responsibility
• Behavior change theories, models, and approaches
• The WHO healthy settings approach
• Health promotion planning and evaluation
• Communication theories and practices, social marketing, and media advocacy
• Assessment:
• Continuous assessment through assignments, presentations, and examinations
• Students create an online health promotion resource as part of the assessment
• Features:
• Study facilities include:
• On-campus health center
• Modern laboratories and computer suites
• Career support for postgraduate courses

Assessment:

• Continuous assessment through various methods including essays, reports, presentations, group work, and participation
• Specific methods of assessment may vary depending on the module or course

Teaching:

• Learning is delivered through a diverse range of methods to cater to different learning styles:
• Lectures provide students with a foundation in key concepts and theories
• Seminars encourage active participation and discussion
• Workshops allow students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world examples
• Online activities supplement classroom learning and provide flexibility
• Podcasts and videos enhance understanding and retention

Careers:

• This program can contribute to postgraduate studies in various fields, like:
• MSc Environmental Health Studies
• PGCert/PGDip Environmental Health
• PGCert, PGDip, or MSc in Public Health
• Career opportunities for program graduates include:
• Health Promotion Specialist
• Public Health Officer
• Health Educator
• Community Development Worker
• Health Consultant
• Government Policy Developer
• Non-profit Organization Manager

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)
• The program may be eligible for financial aid and scholarships for qualified applicants