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HED127

Organization And Administration Of School Health Programmes

  • Education
  • 100 level
  • 2 credit units
  • 59 pages
  • 8 units

This course equips students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to actively participate in school health teams and effectively administer school health programs. It covers the components of school health programs, including health instruction, health services, and healthful school environments. Students will learn about democratic processes, policy formation, and the roles of various members of the school health team. The course emphasizes the importance of coordination and administration for optimal health outcomes.

About this course

Difficulty
Intermediate
Study hours
40 hours
Maths
None
Content
Theoretical
Practical work
No
How it is assessed
  • Assignments
  • Computer based tests
  • Discussion forums
  • Final examination

One paragraph, so you can see how it reads

HED127 · UNIT 1: CONCEPT OF SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAMME

Finally, respond to the questionnaire. This will help the university to know your areas of challenges and how to improve on them for the review of the course materials and lectures.

What you should be able to do

  1. Describe the nature and components of school health programs.
  2. Explain the need and objectives of school health programs.
  3. Understand the rudiments of administration and its different forms.
  4. Develop skills for formulating guidelines and policies for school health program administration.
  5. Identify members of the school health team and their specific functions.
  6. Explain democratic processes as a method of effective administration of school health programs.
  7. List the benefits of physical activities and education as an important factor in school health programs.

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • School Health Coordinator
  • Health Educator
  • Public Health Administrator
  • Health Program Manager
  • Wellness Coordinator
Where it is applied
  • Education
  • Public Health
  • Healthcare
  • Community Development
  • Government Agencies

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • Module 2: Pattern, Skills, Quality and Policy formation in SHP

    Unit 1: Patterns of School Health Programme Administration and Administrative Terminologies

    Understanding the nuances of different administrative patterns requires critical analysis and application to real-world scenarios.

  • Module 3: Democratic Processes in School Health and Physical Education

    Unit 1: Application of Democratic Process in Administration and Duties of an Administrator

    Applying democratic principles to administrative practices requires a deep understanding of ethical considerations and effective communication strategies.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

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

  1. Week 1Module 1: Overview of School Health programme and Administration
    • Unit 1: Concept of School Health Programme · 2 hours

      Define school health programme.. Identify the different components of school health programme. Explain these components of the school health programme.. Explain the need for school health programme.. List the objectives of school health programme.

  2. Week 2Module 1: Overview of School Health programme and Administration
    • Unit 2: Principles and Practice of School Health Programme · 2 hours

      Identify common guidelines for effective school health programme. Explain the structure of the school health programme.. Identify major actors in the school health programme.. List function of major specialists involved in school health programme..

  3. Week 3Module 1: Overview of School Health programme and Administration
    • Unit 3: Administrative Concepts, Functions and Rationale for SHP · 2 hours

      Define administration as a concept. Identify activities involved in the process of administration.. Identify need for administration in school health education programme. Explain the importance of administrative process in school health education programme..

  4. Week 4Module 2: Pattern, Skills, Quality and Policy formation in SHP
    • Unit 1: Patterns of School Health Programme Administration and Administrative Terminologies · 2 hours

      List the different methods of administration.. Explain different methods of administration. Identify the merits and demerits of each method of administration. Identify the most appropriate method of administration for school health programmes. Define common terminologies in administration..

  5. Week 5Module 2: Pattern, Skills, Quality and Policy formation in SHP
    • Unit 2: Skills and Qualities of Administrators in the School Health Programme · 2 hours

      Identify the three main category of skill of an administrator. List the personal qualities of a school health programme administrator. List and explain the professional qualities required of an administrator. Distinguish between personal qualities and professional qualities of an effective School Health Programme administrator..

  6. Week 6Module 2: Pattern, Skills, Quality and Policy formation in SHP
    • Unit 3: Policy Formation and the Scope of Administrative Policies in Health Education Programme · 2 hours

      Define policy as a tool in school health programme administration.. Identify the processes involve in policy formation. Explain the scope of administrative policies in health education administration..

  7. Week 7Module 3: Democratic Processes in School Health and Physical Education
    • Unit 1: Application of Democratic Process in Administration and Duties of an Administrator · 2 hours

      Explain the concept of governing a school through a group process.. Justify the need for democracy in administration of school health programme.. List the merits and demerits of using the democratic process in school health administration.. Describe the duties of a democratic administrator..

  8. Week 8Module 3: Democratic Processes in School Health and Physical Education
    • Unit 2: Administrative Practices for Components of School Health Programme · 2 hours

      Explain the components of school health education programme.. Relate good mental health and the school environment.. List the characteristics of a healthful school environment. Explain the administrative practices need for each of the components of the school health programme.. Discuss the functions of every member of the school health team..

  9. Week 9Module 3: Democratic Processes in School Health and Physical Education
    • Unit 3: Organization of Physical Education Programme · 2 hours

      Define physical health education.. Draw a relationship between physical education and health education.. List the objectives of physical education in school health programme.. Explain components of physical education programme. Describe the administration of the components of physical health education..

  10. Week 10Module 1: Overview of School Health programme and Administration
    • Module 1 Review · 2 hours

      Review Module 1 Units 1-3. Complete TMA 1.

  11. Week 11Module 2: Pattern, Skills, Quality and Policy formation in SHP
    • Module 2 Review · 2 hours

      Review Module 2 Units 1-3. Complete TMA 2.

  12. Week 12Module 3: Democratic Processes in School Health and Physical Education
    • Module 3 Review · 2 hours

      Review Module 3 Units 1-3. Complete TMA 3.

  13. Week 13Course Review
    • Final Revision · 2 hours

      Comprehensive course review. Exam preparation.

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Focus on understanding the core components of the School Health Programme (health instruction, health services, healthful school environment) and their interrelationships.
  • Create concept maps linking administrative functions (planning, organizing, coordinating) to specific components of the SHP.
  • Practice applying democratic principles to various administrative scenarios within a school setting.
  • Review case studies related to policy formation and implementation in school health programs.
  • Pay close attention to the roles and responsibilities of different members of the school health team (teachers, nurses, administrators, etc.).
  • Prioritize understanding the administrative practices for maintaining a healthful school environment, including mental and emotional health considerations.
  • Familiarize yourself with key administrative terminologies (authority, power, span of control) and their practical implications.
  • Review past assignments and discussion forum contributions to identify areas needing further clarification.

Questions students ask about this course

What is HED127 about?

This course equips students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to actively participate in school health teams and effectively administer school health programs. It covers the components of school health programs, including health instruction, health services, and healthful school environments. Students will learn about democratic processes, policy formation, and the roles of various members of the school health team. The course emphasizes the importance of coordination and administration for optimal health outcomes.

How many units does HED127 have?

HED127, Organization And Administration Of School Health Programmes, has 8 units across 3 modules, over 59 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is HED127?

HED127 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Education.

Is HED127 hard?

HED127 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.

How long does HED127 take to study?

About 40 hours of study, spread across its 8 units.

How is HED127 assessed?

HED127 is assessed by assignments, computer based tests, discussion forums and final examination.

What can I do with HED127?

School Health Coordinator, Health Educator, Public Health Administrator, Health Program Manager and Wellness Coordinator.

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