Health Promotion and Behavioral Science

What Will You Learn?

• Understand and apply key behavioral and social science theories (e.g., Health Belief Model, Theory of Planned Behavior) to real-world public health issues.
• Analyze how social determinants like income, education, culture, and environment influence health behavior and outcomes.
• Develop comprehensive health promotion programs, from planning and implementation to evaluation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of health communication campaigns and behavior change interventions.
• Tailor health interventions to suit diverse populations based on age, culture, risk factors, and local context.
• Apply policy and environmental strategies to support long-term health behavior improvements.
• Use effective health communication and education methods to raise awareness and encourage positive health behaviors.