Author : Barbara Hernandez
Release : 2011-08-24
Genre : Education
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 681/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Foundation Concepts of Global Community Health Promotion and Education by : Barbara Hernandez
Download or read book Foundation Concepts of Global Community Health Promotion and Education written by Barbara Hernandez. This book was released on 2011-08-24. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Health promotion and education is an emerging and growing field. Foundation Concepts of Global Community Health Promotion and Education examines the underlying concepts appropriate in any global community health promotion and education course. It investigates the history, terminology, philosophy, theory, ethics, programs, resources and settings for the practice of community health education and promotion.The text also explores professional competencies and preparation, standards, models, theories, careers, technology and the role of professional associations and organizations within community health. The roles and responsibilities of health promotion practitioners are explored in detail, as are the many employment opportunities for health education and health promotion professionals.