HLTH06039 2019 Health Promotion Practice 1
Full Title
Health Promotion Practice 1
Transcript Title
Health Promotion Practice 1
Code
HLTH06039
Attendance
75 %
Subject Area
HLTH - 0910 Health
Department
HEAL - Health & Nutritional Sciences
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Margaret McLoone
Programme Membership
SG_SHEAL_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Physiology
SG_SHEAL_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health Science and Physical Activity
SG_SHEAL_C06 201900 Higher Certificate in Science in Health and Exercise Science
Description
Learners will be equipped with core skills and competencies to be able to define the boundaries of health promotion including the core principles underlying health promotion practice. The learner will also be able to identify and outline the core skills required to plan, implement and evaluate health promotion initiatives from a theoretical perspective.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
To examine theoretical principles for defining health promotion.
2.
Outline, describe and interpret core principles required for effective health promotion practice.
3.
Describe and categorise how to promote ones' health at various levels and using various approaches.
4.
Source, select and present relevant health related data to illustrate the core skills required in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion initiatives.
5.
To communicate and present specific health promotion related information in module area.
6.
To be able to self-examine performance in terms of seminar performance and receive constructive feedback from peers and tutors.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Students will engage in both lectures and practical workshops to learn the basic principles of health promotion practice
Practicals will allow students to explore and learn the broad remit of health promotion practice and the activities it encompasses
Module Assessment Strategies
Students will be assessment by means of a terminal exam and also through 2 core pieces of continuous assessment
Repeat Assessments
Students are required to pass all elements of the module
Indicative Syllabus
Overview of Health Promotion
Core Principles of Health Promotion Practice
Competencies for Health Promotion Practitioners
Models and approaches to Health Promotion Practice
Overview of Settings/Topics/Population Health
Needs Assessment for Health
Planning Health Promotion Initiatives including:
Implementing and evaluating Health Promotion initiatives.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
40 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
60 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class Seminar - peer sharing of seminar series experience. Self-reflection by learner in terms of personal strengths and weaknesses experienced during seminar series. Individual feedback sheets detailing marks allocated in each area including individual feedback points for learners self-development in terms of academic presentations. | Formative | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN % | Week 12 | 4 |
| 2 | Planning a Health Promotion Initiative | Project | Assessment | 30 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| 3 | Application of Health Promotion Principles | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 10 % | Week 5 | 1,2,3 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 60 % | End of Term | 1,2,3 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Practical Health Promotion Workshop | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | Library | Self Study | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Naidoo, J. & Wills, J. (2016) Foundations for Health Promotion (4th Ed.) Pub: Elsevier
Talbot, L. & Verrinder, G. (2017) Promoting Health (6th Ed.) Pub: Elsevier
Thompson, S.R. (2014) The Essential Guide to Public Health and Health Promotion. Pub: Routledge
Scriven, A. (Ed) (2017) Ewles & Simnett’s Promoting Health A Practical Guide (7th Ed.). Pub: Elsevier
Tones, K. & Tilford, S. (2001) Health Promotion effectiveness, efficiency and equity. (3rd Ed.) Pub: Chapman & Hall
Journal Resources
Health Promotion Practice
URL Resources
https://www.healthpromotion.ie/index.php/
https://www.hse.ie/eng/about/who/healthwellbeing/health-promotion-and-improvement/
https://health.gov.ie/healthy-ireland/
http://www.getirelandactive.ie/
https://health.gov.ie/blog/publications/your-guide-to-healthy-eating-using-the-food-pyramid/
https://health.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Key-Health-Trends-2018.pdf
https://www.who.int/topics/health_promotion/en/
https://health.gov.ie/healthy-ireland/health-promotion-and-improvement/
https://health.gov.ie/healthy-ireland/research-and-data/
https://health.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/National-Sexual-Health-Strategy.pdf
http://www.irishstatutebook.ie
https://health.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/TobaccoFreeIreland.pdf
https://health.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Healthy-Ireland-Outcomes-Framework-2018.pdf
https://health.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/HealthyIrelandBrochureWA2.pdf
Other Resources
Journals
International Journal of Health Promotion
Health Education & Research
Health Promotion Practice
International Journal of Health Psychology
Websites
Official Health Websites e.g WHO, Department of Health, Health Promotion Unit, International Union of Health Promotion & Education Various other articles, policy documents as appropriate during term