NUTR 221 — Health Promotion and Communications
3 cr. This hybrid course begins with the foundations of health promotion as a field of work, including content about programs conducted at specific sites such as schools, workplaces, health care organizations and communities. This course emphasizes evidence -based health promotion interve ntions and focuses on the practical application of current and accepted theories and practices. The second half of the course revolves around effective communication techniques, which are crucial to the success of health promotion programs. One main projec t and a presentation are incorporated into the course to provide students with practice in health promotion planning, foster confidence in communication skills and enhance the students’ ability to support health promotion efforts using a variety of communi cation and education methods and strategies. Prerequisite(s): NUTR-110 Corequisite(s): none