Year
2020
Units
4.5
Contact
1 x 3-hour workshop weekly
1 x 1-hour on-line exercises weekly
Enrolment not permitted
HLPE1511 has been successfully completed
Assessment
Project; Tutorial presentation; Essay
Topic description
The topic draws on social theory to develop the foundations of a sociological understanding of health and the practice of health education.
Educational aims
This topic aims to:

  • introduce students to the concepts of health and health education using a social view of health
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this topic students will be able to:

  • have a broad understanding of the philosophical concepts underlying current practice in Health Education in schools and community settings

  • conceptualise health education

  • demonstrate they understand that health status is shaped by social issues

  • discuss a range of health theories

  • describe the relationship between class and health inequalities

  • conduct investigations about the health outcomes of specific groups- Indigenous people, those in remote locations etc

  • work collaboratively and present well researched information