HSCI 410: Program Planning & Evaluation for Health Education
Credit Hours: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: HSCI 300 and HSCI 350 or PBHL 350.
Note(s): Cultural or Behavioral Analysis designated course.
Catalog Description
Students identify population-based needs for health education programs and examine
methods for program planning and evaluation. The course integrates public health concepts
and research methods for use in health education proposal development, budget planning,
project management, and program evaluation.
Course Content
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
This is an online, distance learning, course organized around student-centered learning modules, experiential activities, films/videos, lecture, case studies, guest speakers, and investigation of published literature. This is not a self-paced course, students are required to complete weekly course content modules. Students are required to attend synchronous sessions throughout the semester.
Student Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the principles of planning and evaluation of health education programs.
2. Assess the barriers to successful implementation of health education programs.
3. Evaluate health education programs, budgets, and program management.
4. Analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs.
Assessment Measures
Assessment measures may include a range of strategies such as traditional assignments, group projects, student presentations, peer evaluations, discussion boards, quizzes, exams, papers, virtual trainings training, case-studies, and online survey tools.
Other Course Information
The instructor or record will update the course as new materials become available.
Review and Approval
March 01, 2021
Revised June, 2023