Consumer Education

1. Explain key concepts of Consumer Health Education
2. State the relevance of Consumer Education in society
3. Describe the rights and responsibilities of a consumer
4. Provide guidance on product labeling
5. Identify the laws guiding and protecting consumers
6. Evaluate the role of business ethics in consumer protection

13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Fundamentals of Consumer Health Education

   • Unit 1: Definitions of Key Terms in Consumer Education · 2 hours

     Read the introduction to Consumer Education.. Define key terms: consumer, health consumer, health products, health services, and consumer education.. Understand the aims and objectives of consumer health education..

2. Week 2Module 1: Fundamentals of Consumer Health Education

   • Unit 2: Values of Consumer Education · 2 hours

     Examine the values promoted by judicious consumer behavior.. Understand the importance of value for money, people, environment, democracy, and justice in consumer decisions..

3. Week 3Module 1: Fundamentals of Consumer Health Education

   • Unit 3: Rights of Consumers · 2 hours

     Study the rights of consumers as backed by law.. Understand rights to basic needs, safety, information, redress, consumer education, choice, and a healthy environment..

4. Week 4Module 2: Essential Knowledge in Consumer Education

   • Unit 1: Responsibilities of a Consumer · 2 hours

     Understand the responsibilities of consumers in ensuring fair deals.. Learn about awareness, action, social concern, reporting, environmental awareness, and the importance of taking bills..

5. Week 5Module 2: Essential Knowledge in Consumer Education

   • Unit 2: Product Labelling · 2 hours

     Examine the meaning and importance of product labeling.. Understand the characteristics of good labeling and the roles of manufacturers and consumers in ensuring good labeling practices..

6. Week 6Module 2: Essential Knowledge in Consumer Education

   • Unit 3: Business Ethics · 2 hours

     Study the principles and values governing business decisions.. Understand the importance of good business ethics in promoting consumer protection and fostering cordial relationships between businesses and consumers..

7. Week 7Module 3: Laws Guiding Consumers

   • Unit 1: Consumer Laws · 2 hours

     Define consumer protection law and its objectives.. Examine consumer protection laws in Nigeria and the powers invested in the Consumer Protection Council (CPC)..

8. Week 8Module 3: Laws Guiding Consumers

   • Unit 2: Consumer Organizations · 2 hours

     Understand the definition and functions of consumer organizations.. Examine how these organizations accelerate consumer awareness, collect data, file suits, and organize protests against unfair practices..

9. Week 9Module 3: Laws Guiding Consumers

   • Unit 3: Purchasing Challenges · 2 hours

     Identify the various challenges consumers face when purchasing goods and services.. Understand issues like price variation, fake products, hoarding, faulty scales, and deceptive practices..

10. Week 10Module 1: Fundamentals of Consumer Health Education

    • Review of Module 1 · 2 hours

      Review Module 1: Fundamentals of Consumer Health Education. Focus on key terms, values, and consumer rights..

11. Week 11Module 2: Essential Knowledge in Consumer Education

    • Review of Module 2 · 2 hours

      Review Module 2: Essential Knowledge in Consumer Education. Focus on consumer responsibilities, product labeling, and business ethics..

12. Week 12Module 3: Laws Guiding Consumers

    • Review of Module 3 · 2 hours

      Review Module 3: Laws Guiding Consumers. Focus on consumer laws, consumer organizations, and purchasing challenges..

13. Week 13Course Revision

    • Final Revision · 2 hours

      Complete all outstanding assignments and TMAs.. Prepare for the final examination by reviewing all course materials..