Health Education (HED)

Study of a basic knowledge of current personal and community health problems, which empowers students to make informed decisions and helps them to develop more positive attitudes towards practicing a lifestyle of healthful living.

Study of a basic knowledge of current personal and community health problems which empowers students to make informed decisions and helps them to develop more positive attitudes towards practicing a lifestyle of healthful living.

Study of a basic knowledge necessary for meeting the state's approved professional preparation and responsibilities in the area of health.

Study of a basic knowledge necessary for meeting the state's approved professional preparation and responsibilities in the area of health.

Investigates the history, theories, principles and practices underlying the organization and administration of school and community health education programs. Considers the role of the health educator in the relationship between the school health program and the whole school program. The principles, goals, and structure of community agencies providing health education programs will also be explored.

Study of teaching and learning concepts, curriculum planning and organization, classroom management skills, professional behavior, subject matter delivery, and assessment and evaluation strategies. Successful completion of the course satisfies the state's endorsement requirements in health education.

Prerequisites: Take HED-100. or Take HED-170/