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Community Health Education

This course provides an understanding of community health and the concept of health for all. It explores primary health care and other levels of the health care delivery system. Students will learn about community needs assessment, community mobilization, and diagnosis. The course also covers the roles and functions of various governmental and international organizations in promoting community health and well-being.

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78h
Study Time
13
Weeks
6h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Community HealthHealth EducationPrimary Health CareNational Health PolicyImmunization

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Community Health Principles

2

Health Education

3

National Health Policy

4

Primary Health Care

5

International Health Organizations

6

Community Needs Assessment

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Community Health Worker

Apply your skills in this growing field

Health Educator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Public Health Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Health Program Coordinator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Health Promotion Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Government Health AgenciesNon-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)International Health OrganizationsCommunity Health CentersSchools and Educational Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Health Education and national Policy

6h

Unit 1: Community Health Introduction

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to community health, focusing on definitions and historical context.
  • •Identify the key factors contributing to a healthy community.
  • •Differentiate between community health and public health.

Unit 2: Meaning and Objective of Health Education

3 study hours
  • •Define health education and its objectives.
  • •Understand the role of health education in promoting individual and community well-being.
  • •Identify the various dimensions of health and their interrelationships.
Week
2

Module 1: Health Education and national Policy

6h

Unit 3: Health Education Services

3 study hours
  • •Explore the different health education services available in communities.
  • •Understand the components of school health programs.
  • •Identify the roles of healthcare professionals in delivering health education services.

Unit 4: The Goals of the National Health Policy

3 study hours
  • •Examine the goals of the National Health Policy.
  • •Understand the role of primary health care in achieving health for all.
  • •Identify the key components of primary health care services.
Week
3

Module 2: Health Care System

6h

Unit 5: Objectives and Concept Principles of Health Education

3 study hours
  • •Understand the objectives of health education.
  • •Explore the concept principles of health education.
  • •Apply scientific knowledge to ensure good health.

Unit 6: Health Care System

3 study hours
  • •Study the objectives of the health care system.
  • •Understand the structure of the National Health Care System.
  • •Identify the three tiers of health care system.
Week
4

Module 2: Health Care System

6h

Unit 7: Roles and Functions of Federal Ministry of Health

3 study hours
  • •Examine the roles and functions of the Federal Ministry of Health.
  • •Understand the Ministry's role in coordinating health efforts.
  • •Identify the Ministry's responsibilities in international health.

Unit 8: Primary Health Care

3 study hours
  • •Define primary health care and its key elements.
  • •Understand the goals of primary health care in community health.
  • •Identify the principles of primary health care.
Week
5

Module 2: Health Care System

6h

Unit 9: Roles and Functions of International Organizations

3 study hours
  • •Explore the roles and functions of international organizations like WHO and UNICEF.
  • •Understand their contributions to global health initiatives.
  • •Identify their progress in areas like immunization and health sanitation.

Unit 10: Roles of the States and Local Ministry of Health

3 study hours
  • •Examine the roles of the states and local ministry of health.
  • •Understand their responsibilities in ensuring community health.
  • •Identify their functions in providing supportive services.
Week
6

Module 3: Community Health

6h

Unit 11: Health for All

3 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of 'Health for All'.
  • •Explore the Alma-Ata Declaration and its significance.
  • •Identify the obstacles to achieving health for all.

Unit 12: Community-Based Health and Extension Services

3 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of community-based health services.
  • •Understand the role of extension services in community health.
  • •Identify the functions of public health inspectors.
Week
7

Module 3: Community Health

6h

Unit 13: Community need assessment

3 study hours
  • •Learn the steps involved in community needs assessment.
  • •Understand the types of needs and resources.
  • •Identify the roles of health workers in assessing needs.

Unit 14: Community mobilization and Community Diagnosis

3 study hours
  • •Define community mobilization and community diagnosis.
  • •Understand the steps involved in community mobilization.
  • •Engage in community analysis by identifying health indicators.
Week
8

Module 1: Health Education and national Policy

6h

Unit 15: Immunization

3 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of immunization.
  • •Differentiate between active and passive immunity.
  • •Study the immunization schedules and available vaccines.

Unit 1: Community Health Introduction

3 study hours
  • •Review all units from Module 1: Health Education and national Policy
  • •Focus on key definitions and objectives.
  • •Prepare for Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA).
Week
9

Module 3: Community Health

6h

Unit 6: Health Care System

3 study hours
  • •Review all units from Module 2: Health Care System
  • •Focus on the roles and functions of different health organizations.
  • •Prepare for Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA).

Unit 12: Community-Based Health and Extension Services

3 study hours
  • •Review all units from Module 3: Community Health
  • •Focus on community needs assessment and mobilization.
  • •Prepare for Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA).
Week
10

Module 1: Health Education and national Policy

6h

Unit 1: Community Health Introduction

6 study hours
  • •Complete all outstanding Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs).
  • •Review tutor feedback and address any gaps in understanding.
  • •Practice answering exam-style questions.
Week
11

Module 1: Health Education and national Policy

6h

Unit 5: Objectives and Concept Principles of Health Education

6 study hours
  • •Focus on understanding the objectives of health education and the concept principles.
  • •Review the roles and functions of the Federal Ministry of Health.
  • •Practice exam questions.
Week
12

Module 2: Health Care System

6h

Unit 9: Roles and Functions of International Organizations

6 study hours
  • •Review the roles and functions of international organizations.
  • •Understand the concept of Health for All and the Alma-Ata Declaration.
  • •Practice exam questions.
Week
13

Module 3: Community Health

6h

Unit 13: Community need assessment

6 study hours
  • •Focus on community needs assessment, mobilization, and diagnosis.
  • •Review the immunization schedule and available vaccines.
  • •Practice exam questions.

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