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HP846: Foundations of Health Promotion
Semester 1 and Semester 2 | Credits: 10
This module provides a theoretical background to the concepts and principles of Health
Promotion as a foundation for policy and practice. The development of Health Promotion
internationally is discussed and current approaches and strategies are examined. In
particular, the module focuses on the key actions to promote health as outlined in the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion (WHO, 1986) and subsequent WHO declarations and charters.
Contemporary practice, policy, and research issues in Health Promotion are examined. The
module also contains dedicated academic skills sessions, with the essay requirement for the
module as a focus. Workshops include essay writing, referencing and use of reference tools.
(Language of instruction: English)
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate a critical understanding of the core concepts, principles and values that underpin health promotion
- understand the five action areas of the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion (WHO, 1986) and critically discuss their implications for practice and policy
- demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical models that underpin health promotion
- demonstrate a critical appreciation of the importance of the evidence base for health promotion
- critically consider the ethical debates and dilemmas within health promotion and their implications for practice
- have an appreciation of the competing discourses within health promotion
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
- MARGARET BARRY:
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- DENISE GLAVIN:
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- MARGARET HODGINS:
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- VERNA MCKENNA:
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- SAOIRSE NIC GABHAINN:
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- MARTIN POWER:
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- LISA PURSELL:
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- JANE SIXSMITH:
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- CATHERINE ANNE FIELD:
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- Stacey Gibbons:
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Reading List
- "Making Health Policy" by Buse, K., Mays, N., and Walt, G.
Publisher: Open University Press - "The Pocket Guide to Health Promotion" by Laverack, A.
Publisher: Open University Press - "Policy and Practice in Promoting Public Health" by Lloyd, C., Handsley, S., Douglas, J., & Spurr, S.
Publisher: Open University Press - "Foundations for Health Promotion" by Naidoo, J., and Wills, J.
ISBN: 978070205442.
Publisher: Elsevier. - "Health Promotion. Planning and Strategies (2nd Ed.)" by Green, J., & Tones, K
Publisher: Sage
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.