Citation

Hou SI. Health Promot. Pract. 2012; 13(1): 10-13.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, Society for Public Health Education, Publisher SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/1524839911432008

PMID

22287646

Abstract

Foundation Concepts of Global Community Health Promotion and Education provides a solid introduction on underlying concepts in the global health promotion and education field. It also addresses professional competencies and preparation with both entry and advanced level responsibilities geared to the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) with a global viewpoint. Topics are logically sequenced with sufficient background as well as terminology definitions to orient public health and community health students and practitioners. At the end of each chapter, the author includes helpful summaries, conceptual learning, reflective thinking, as well as enhanced readings and relevant websites as additional resources to broaden the educational learning experience. Global resources for health and related careers are also provided, along with a timely e-portfolio section. The book is a comprehensive and well-written resource for faculty and students interested in the global community health promotion and education profession.

Language: en