School Of Health SciencesHealth Promotion Theory and Approaches (UG Cert)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 500059.1
Discipline: HEALTH PROMOTION
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
401392 Health Promotion Theory and Approaches, 401392 Health Promotion Theory and Approaches
Incompatible Units
400867 Approaches to Health Promotion
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in Course:
7171 Undergraduate Certificate in Public Health Support
About this Unit
Health promotion is a process that seeks to enable individuals, communities and populations to increase control over their health. It does so by addressing the determinants of health and equity issues, in addition to providing individuals and communities with the skills and knowledge to make healthy lifestyle choices and to improve health outcomes. Theoretical underpinnings of the various approaches to health promotion are explored in this unit. In addition, factors that enhance and limit health promotion are analysed in conjunction with bigger picture approaches of working with policy. The evidence-based practice for health promotion is outlined together with the need to move beyond education. Approaches to health promotion at the individual, community and population level are explored, including particular considerations for working with Indigenous people.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students will require a computer with a reliable internet connection, webcam, and microphone in order to access learning activities and resources in the unit vUWS site.
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