Theoretical Foundations of Health Education and Health Promotion
Author: Manoj Sharma, MBBS, PhD, MCHES
Affiliation: University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication Date: 2022
ISBN 10: 1284208621
ISBN 13: 9781284208627
eISBN: 9781284208856
Edition: 4th
Affiliation: University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication Date: 2022
ISBN 10: 1284208621
ISBN 13: 9781284208627
eISBN: 9781284208856
Edition: 4th
Description:
A SHAPE America Endorsed Title! Abstract concepts and behavioral and social theories used in health education and promotion can be challenging for students to learn and comprehend. Theoretical Foundations of Health Education and Health Promotion, Fourth Edition provides a simple, pragmatic, easy-to-apply exposition to behavioral and social theories used in health education, health promotion, and public health. The Fourth Edition introduces students to common theories from behavioral and social sciences that are currently being used in health education and promotion. Each discussion of theory is accompanied by a practical skill-building activity in the context of planning and evaluation, along with a set of application questions that will assist the student in mastering the application of the theory. Theoretical Foundations of Health Education and Health Promotion is written to address the core competencies for health education specialists outlined by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC) and provides a useful review for those preparing for the certification exam at both the CHES and MCHES levels.
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