HPM 465 - Health Promotion Practicum

5 CR

This capstone course provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the Health Promotion and Education program in a real-world setting. Students will work with faculty, mentors and community partners to design, implement, and evaluate a health promotion project that addresses a need within an organization or community. Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Health Promotion and Education program.

Course Outcomes

Identify and assess a community’s health needs and resources.
Develop and implement a culturally competent health promotion intervention.
Develop leadership and project management skills necessary for a successful career in health promotion.
Evaluate the effectiveness of a health promotion intervention using appropriate research methods.
Communicate project findings effectively to diverse audiences.

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