Public Health Education and Communication

This course focuses on the principles and practices of educating individuals and communities about public health issues and promoting healthy behaviors through effective communication strategies. This course covers health literacy, community outreach, health promotion campaigns, and the use of various communication tools to address public health concerns. Students will learn how to develop, implement, and evaluate public health education programs, while also exploring the role of media and technology in disseminating health information. The course emphasizes the importance of culturally competent communication to reach diverse populations.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Understanding Public Health Education Principles: Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the key principles of public health education, including how to design programs that promote healthy behaviors and improve health outcomes.
• Developing Effective Health Communication Strategies: Learn how to create and implement communication strategies tailored to different audiences, utilizing tools such as social media, print materials, and digital platforms to disseminate health information.
• Promoting Health Literacy and Engagement: Gain skills in promoting health literacy, ensuring that individuals and communities can access, understand, and use health information to make informed decisions about their health.
• Evaluating Public Health Education Programs: Develop the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of public health education and communication programs, using data and feedback to improve campaign outcomes and engage communities effectively.

These outcomes aim to prepare students for roles in public health, health promotion, and community outreach by equipping them with the knowledge and skills to design, communicate, and evaluate effective public health education initiatives that improve population health.