To become a Health Certified Health specialist it takes an individual who is passionate about giving back to their community and making it a healthier and safer environment; it requires a competent individual that is academically trained to assess and determine what is the best for the environment and for the public. According to the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (n.d.) under the CHES exam eligibility section, it states, in order to become a Certified Health Education Specialist an individual must hold a “bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution of higher education”(para. 2). In addition, one must provide an official transcript that ensures the individual has completed a major in health education or “25 semester hours or 37 quarter …show more content…
Students are also granted a 90-day exception, which allows students to take the exam ninety days prior to receiving their degree. Moreover, under the overview section, it states the next exam will take place on October 15, 2016 (NCHEC, n.d.). One of the first responsibilities is: “Assess Needs, Resources, and Capacity for Health Education/Promotion responsibilities” within this responsibility, the Education specialist must be competent to “Plan Assessment Process” (NCHEC, n.d., p. 1). The plan Assessment process is the process in which the educator analyzes the subject that is being assessed and then applies learned models to develop plans—which then leads the educator into collecting data to further assist the educator in a developing an adequate plan (NCHEC, n.d. ). Following that, “Plan Health Education/Promotion” is the second responsibility that health educators must follow—Furthermore, educators must “Involve Priority Populations and Other Stakeholders in the Planning Process”(NCHEC, n.d., p. 2). This requires greater involvement of the population that the plan will impact the most, in addition,
The two logic models utilized were Precede-Proceed model and MAPP (Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships). The qualitative data methods used for the data collection were- researching the national, state, and local databases; reviewing the previously conducted county health assessments and reports; interviewing key stakeholders in the
3. Apply skills and knowledge in administering intake interviews, mental health assessments psychological assessment for treatment planning and case management. The way I will do this is by administering an intake interview and use of assessment tools. Examples Psychosocial Assessment, Crisis Intervention and Safety Plan Assessment, Locus, CASII, etc.
Diagnosing and investigating health problems and health hazards in the community. Informing, educating and empowering the people about health issues. Mobilizing community partnerships to identify and solve health problems. Health assessments also develop policies and plans that support individual and community health efforts. They also enforce laws and regulations that help protect health and ensure safety (Thivierge, 2016). Assessments link people to needed personal health services and assure the provision of health care when otherwise unavailable. Public health assessments can help to assure the public of the competency of the public health and personal health care workforce. These assessments evaluate effectiveness, accessibility and quality of personal and population-based health services (Thivierge,
Health protection is an essential component of health promotion that focuses on prevention services, such as screening tests and immunizations, and self-care actions. Often this is an overlooked aspect of health promotion because actions need to be taken when people are healthy rather than in response to illness. Physicians and nurses have many opportunities to teach patients about actions they can take to protect their health (Johns Hopkins University, 2010f; Miller, 2013).
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However, health literacy is more than just read and write; it is the ability to understand and able to use health information to make choices about their health (Benyon, 2014). Low health literacy can have detrimental effect on the health of the client because it may cause misunderstand of the medical label or health information. According to McMurray & Clendon (2015), health literacy divided into three different levels which are functional, interactive/communicative and critical health literacy. As for functional levels, it is the most general and fundamental level for the general public because individuals need to receive and understand the information of health such as risk of health decision, consent forms, health instruction or medicine labels. (McMurray & Clendo , 2015) Turning to the next level, interactive/communicative health literacy, mainly involved personal skills to spread health knowledge to the community, and also , people are able to influence social norm and help others individuals to develop their personal health capacity. Because of this, understanding of how organization work and resounding communication skill which can help to support others and knowing how to get different health services other individuals need (McMurray & Clendo , 2015). The third level is critical health literacy, mainly divided to
Health promotion is a multifaceted movement with a core value on respect, empowerment, equity, inclusion and social justice (MacDougall 2002). Aims to achieve holistic health, while it is influenced by medical and social determinants. These determinants which aids to deter...
The six priority areas are listed as; healthier eating and active living, tobacco free living, reducing harmful alcohol and drug use, improving mental health, preventing violence and injury, and improving sexual and reproductive health. The backbone of the plan is to influence healthy living choices, developing from childhood, throughout life approaching old ages, leading to lessened risks of burden of disease (Department of Health,
Creating an individual health and wellness plan helps you plan for your future of creating and /or maintaining a positive, safe lifestyle by addressing underlying issues. “No matter how hard we try and no matter what skills we bring to bear, some problems remain out of our control. When this is the case, we can tell the truth: ‘It’s too big and too mean. I can’t handle it.’ In that moment, we take a step toward greater health” (Ellis, 2015, p. 320). Problems and their solutions within a health plan can be evaluated through five different categories: Diet, Exercise, Rest, Safety, and Health Support. Today we will discuss how I was personally affected in each of those areas and how I plan to implement a solution.
...dressing only small part of a greater picture. Though not explicitly stated, a combination of vertical and horizontal programming should be the focus of future public health programs. That is, instead of focusing on only one disease, many health issues should be acknowledged and addressed but yet still given priority for resource allocation. Of course some public health issues are more important than others, but we, as future public health practitioners, cannot stop looking at smaller issues just because they are perceived as less important; all public health issues are important. When the health of communities suffers in any way, the future suffers, and we must be the ones to reduce as much suffering as possible.
There are many actions the health professional can take to help increase their patients’ health literacy. Some steps are simple, easy to complete. Other tasks take the cooperation of multiple departments and people, but are just as important to help improve health literacy. The first step to ...
Assist in reviewing plans and inforamtion from county health deparments; and assist in analizing information and providing recommendations for technical
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In each of these settings it is the responsibility of the health educator to ensure that the information given to the consumer is appropriate for the audience. In the academic setting “health educators” work with school districts to develop lesson plans, evaluate programs, and write proposals for funding to ensure that age appropriate materials are presented to children (Trident, n.d.). In the community setting health educators work with organizations like the CDC and Healthy People 2020 to develop health promotion programs throughout the community. The educational programs can target individual needs or can be used in a group setting. Of the five settings, I think that the Healthcare setting is the most important. Not only does the health professional ensure that the patient receives accurate and appropriate information, they’re also responsible for ensuring that family and the support systems of their patients receive the same information. In the worksite setting, again we see the Health care educator developing plans and programs that meant the needs, improves the working environment and improves the health of the companies ' employees (Trident, n.d.). In each of the settings the Healthcare educator faces a myriad of barriers. Some of those barriers could be age,
The lack of these other important aspects is causing a nationwide epidemic of incomplete medical awareness. However, there is hope. If people realize that other parts of medical awareness are important such as emergency medical preparedness and exposure to medical professions, they can start embracing solutions. For example, for emergency medical preparedness mass CPR and First Aid classes can help save thousands of lives by making people prepared to handle emergency situations. As for the lack of exposure to medical professions, health science programs like HOSA or basic medical introductory programs can help introduce and prepare the next generation to take over the medical world when the time comes.