Reproductive Health
- Health Sciences
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 86 pages
- 12 units
This course on Reproductive Health is designed to provide an understanding of the diseases, disorders, and conditions affecting the male and female reproductive systems across all life stages. It covers topics such as public health aspects of human sexuality, family planning, birth control methods, and the relationship between pregnancy and diet. The course also addresses HIV/AIDS and genetic abnormalities, aiming to equip students with comprehensive knowledge in reproductive health.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 90 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Self assessment exercises
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EHS322, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EHS322 · UNIT 2: PUBLIC HEALTH
1.0 INTRODUCTION Public health aims to improve the quality of life through prevention and treatment of disease, including mental health. This is done through the surveillance of cases and health indicators, and through the promotion of healthy behaviors.
What you should be able to do
- Define and explain the concept of reproductive health.
- Describe the public health aspects of human sexuality.
- Discuss various methods of family planning and birth control.
- Explain the relationship between pregnancy and diet.
- Describe the causes, symptoms, and prevention of HIV/AIDS.
- Explain genetic abnormalities and their impact on reproductive health.
What it prepares you for
- Public Health Officer
- Reproductive Health Specialist
- Health Educator
- Family Planning Counselor
- Community Health Worker
- Healthcare
- Public Health
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Community Health Services
- Research Institutions
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Birth Control
Unit 3: Chlorionic Villus Sampling
Chorionic villus sampling requires understanding of genetics and invasive procedures, making it challenging.
- Module 4: Relationship Between Pregnancy And Diet
Unit 2: Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS)
Understanding the complexities of HIV/AIDS, its transmission, and impact on reproductive health requires careful study.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 82 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Public Aspects of Human Sexuality and Family Planning
Unit 1: Definition of Reproductive Health · 3 hours
Define reproductive health and its components. Discuss the importance of reproductive health. Identify disorders affecting reproductive health.
Unit 2: Public Health · 2 hours
Define public health and its objectives. Explain the role of public health in reproductive health. Discuss the interdisciplinary nature of public health.
Unit 3: Human Sexuality · 2 hours
Explain the biological, physical, emotional, and social aspects of human sexuality. Discuss the influence of society on sexuality. Explore the nature versus nurture debate in sexuality.
- Week 2Module 2: Family Planning
Unit 1: Definition of Family Planning · 3 hours
Define family planning and its objectives. Discuss the factors influencing family planning decisions. Explain the use of contraception and other techniques.
Unit 2: Human Resources · 2 hours
Define human resources for health. Discuss the role of health workers in family planning. Explain the importance of HRH in strengthening health systems.
Unit 3: Family Size Relationship · 2 hours
Explain the relationship between family size and individual development. Discuss the demographic trends in family size. Analyze the implications of sibship size for family members.
- Week 3Module 3: Birth Control
Unit 1: Meaning of Birth Control · 3 hours
Define birth control and its methods. Discuss the effectiveness of different birth control methods. Explain the importance of birth control in family planning.
Unit 2: Facts about Birth Control · 2 hours
Discuss the facts about birth control. Explain prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal care. Describe amniocentesis and its purpose.
Unit 3: Chlorionic Villus Sampling · 2 hours
Explain chorionic villus sampling (CVS). Discuss percutaneous umbilical cord blood sampling (PUBS). Describe magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
- Week 4Module 4: Relationship Between Pregnancy And Diet
Unit 1: Relationship between Pregnancy and Diet · 3 hours
Explain the relationship between pregnancy and diet. Discuss the adjustments in nutrient metabolism during pregnancy. Analyze the impact of maternal diet on fetal growth.
Unit 2: Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) · 2 hours
Explain Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Discuss sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Explain Rubella.
Unit 3: Genetic Abnormalities · 2 hours
Explain kidney diseases and their risk factors. Discuss genetic abnormalities and their types. Describe autosomal dominant and recessive disorders.
- Week 5Module 1: Public Aspects of Human Sexuality and Family Planning
Unit 1: Definition of Reproductive Health · 6 hours
Review Module 1 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 1.
- Week 6Module 1: Public Aspects of Human Sexuality and Family Planning
Unit 2: Public Health · 6 hours
Review Module 1 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 1.
- Week 7Module 1: Public Aspects of Human Sexuality and Family Planning
Unit 3: Human Sexuality · 6 hours
Review Module 1 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 1.
- Week 8Module 2: Family Planning
Unit 1: Definition of Family Planning · 6 hours
Review Module 2 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 2.
- Week 9Module 2: Family Planning
Unit 2: Human Resources · 6 hours
Review Module 2 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 2.
- Week 10Module 2: Family Planning
Unit 3: Family Size Relationship · 6 hours
Review Module 2 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 2.
- Week 11Module 3: Birth Control
Unit 1: Meaning of Birth Control · 6 hours
Review Module 3 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 3.
- Week 12Module 3: Birth Control
Unit 2: Facts about Birth Control · 6 hours
Review Module 3 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 3.
- Week 13Module 3: Birth Control
Unit 3: Chlorionic Villus Sampling · 6 hours
Review Module 3 concepts. Complete self-assessment exercises. Prepare for Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 3.
Preparing for the exam
- Review all unit objectives and summaries to reinforce key concepts.
- Create concept maps linking modules 1-4 to integrate course themes.
- Practice answering tutor-marked assignment questions to improve critical thinking.
- Allocate specific study time for each module based on its complexity.
- Form a study group to discuss challenging topics and share insights.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EHS322 about?
This course on Reproductive Health is designed to provide an understanding of the diseases, disorders, and conditions affecting the male and female reproductive systems across all life stages. It covers topics such as public health aspects of human sexuality, family planning, birth control methods, and the relationship between pregnancy and diet. The course also addresses HIV/AIDS and genetic abnormalities, aiming to equip students with comprehensive knowledge in reproductive health.
How many units does EHS322 have?
EHS322, Reproductive Health, has 12 units across 4 modules, over 86 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EHS322?
EHS322 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Health Sciences.
Is EHS322 hard?
EHS322 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does EHS322 take to study?
About 90 hours of study, spread across its 12 units.
How is EHS322 assessed?
EHS322 is assessed by self assessment exercises, tutor marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with EHS322?
Public Health Officer, Reproductive Health Specialist, Health Educator, Family Planning Counselor and Community Health Worker.