Unit details
HPS947 - Health Promotion Psychology
| Offered at: | (B) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | J Toumbourou (S) |
| Prerequisite: | HPS939 |
| Contact hours: | 3 hours per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will provide an introduction to the way in which psychological and behavioural theory and practice contribute to effective health promotion. The unit is designed to advance knowledge and skills relevant to the practical application of psychology to population health improvement. The unit is taught using a problem-based learning strategy. Students select a health problem and population target. Research is gathered to identify social and psychological determinants influencing the health problem within the population. Current social and psychological theory is then used to develop a health promotion program proposal specifying the evidence as to how the program activities impact the health problem. Students will also be required to describe how the proposal can be evaluated. To encourage professional skill development a component of assessment is based on public presentation to the class members.
Assessment
1 class presentation including 1000 word brochure 30%, essay (2000 words) 70%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2675 | $2918 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
