PUBH 2002 Approaches to Health Promotion (WSTC)
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 700065
Coordinator Despina Kamper Opens in new window
Description Health promotion is a process that seeks to enable individuals, carers, communities and populations to increase control over their health. It does so by addressing the determinants of health and equity issues, leading to improved 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 best evidence-based practice for health promotion is outlined together with the need to move beyond education.
School Health Sciences
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Equivalent Subjects PUBH 2001 - Approaches to Health Promotion
Restrictions Students must be enrolled at Western Sydney University, The College. Students enrolled in Extended Diploma programs must have passed 40 credit points of preparatory subjects.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Behavioural Change Initiative | 500 words | 15 | N | Individual |
| Quizzes | Online ( 20 minutes) | 25 | N | Individual |
| Critical Analysis | In class | 30 | N | Individual |
| Personal Health Report | 1,000 words | 30 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Gottwald, M., & Goodman-Brown, J. (2012). A Guide to Practical Health Promotion. Maidenhead: McGraw.
Teaching Periods