Online Class: Health Education 101
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15Lessons
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15Exams &
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1,169Students
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13Hours
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1.3CEUs
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Video Audit
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Course Description
Online Class: "Health Education 101: Navigating the Pivotal Years"
As young adults stand at the cusp of an evolving world, they find themselves amidst a whirlwind of change, exhilaration, and boundless opportunities. This transformative phase, filled with newfound independence and choices, is often accompanied by a maze of challenges, societal pressures, and an overflow of information. Now more than ever, in a digital age brimming with unfiltered content and persuasive advertisements, the need for genuine, comprehensive health education becomes paramount.
"Health Education 101" isn't just a course; it's an expedition into understanding oneself in relation to the broader world. With a landscape that’s constantly shifting, there's an urgency for the youth to possess a compass - a guide that equips them with the prowess to discern, decide, and thrive.
Course Highlights:
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Decoding the Young Adult Phase: Dive deep into the complexities and vibrancies of young adulthood. Understand its uniqueness, challenges, and the sheer potential it holds.
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Empowering Through Knowledge: In a world riddled with misinformation, grasp evidence-based knowledge that illuminates the path to holistic well-being, both physically and mentally.
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Bridging Individual and Society: Delve into your role as a global citizen. Comprehend your responsibilities and the profound impact your health decisions can have on the community and the world at large.
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Interactive & Engaging Curriculum: Gone are the days of passive learning. Our course thrives on interaction, introspection, and personal growth. Regular "check-ins" prompt you to reflect, evaluate, and recalibrate.
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Comprehensive Themes: Each module unravels specific facets of health, from physical fitness to mental resilience, ensuring a 360° understanding.
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Future Focused: Beyond immediate benefits, this course plants seeds for the future. Making informed decisions today paves the way for a healthier, more fulfilled life ahead.
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Community and Connection: Engage in discussions, share experiences, and learn from peers. Understand that while each journey is unique, there are shared challenges and triumphs.
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Practical Application: With real-life scenarios, interactive quizzes, and reflective exercises, learn how to seamlessly integrate knowledge into daily life, fostering sustainable, positive habits.
Our mission is to nurture a generation of informed, proactive individuals. Individuals who aren’t merely survivors, but thrive, making enlightened choices that ripple positively through their lives and societies. With "Health Education 101," step confidently into the world, armed with knowledge, perspective, and a zeal for lifelong well-being.
Embark on this enlightening journey, and let this course be the catalyst for the healthful, purposeful life you aspire to lead. Remember, the choices you make today are the foundation of the legacy you leave tomorrow. Invest in yourself, your health, and the world around you.
Course Lessons
Lesson 1. The Basics of Personal Health
In this lesson, you will learn the basics of maintaining your personal health and wellness. Topics will include diet and adequate sleep, as well as the importance of physical activity.Lesson 2. Preventive Health. Routine Physicals, Immunizations, and Dental Care
In this lesson, you will learn the importance of routine maintenance and preventive health, such as dental and vision exams. In addition, you will learn about the components of a routine physical exam and its importance in detecting and preventing illneLesson 3. Gender Specific Preventive Health. Males
In the following lesson, we'll discuss areas of preventative health specific to males, as well as common medical screenings for the early detection and maintenance of male reproductive health.Lesson 4. Gender Specific Preventive Health. Females
In this lesson, you will be given an introduction to the female reproductive system and learn about the specific examinations and tests specific to women's preventive health.Lesson 5. Community Health. Disease Prevention
In this lesson, we will jump from learning about your personal health to understanding health and wellness on a community level.Lesson 6. Community Environmental Health Initiatives. Recycling and Water Treatment
In this lesson, you will learn about initiatives to improve the cleanliness and health of communities, such as recycling, You will learn how your actions directly impact you neighbors, as well as those in the larger community.Lesson 7. Community Environmental Health Initiatives. Smoking and Transportation Pollution
In this lesson, you will learn about smoking cessation initiatives, as well as local and national efforts to reduce the pollution caused by cars, trains, and buses in our communities.Lesson 8. Mental and Emotional Health. Hormones and Neurotransmitters
In this lesson, you will learn about the chemical messengers of the body and how they affect mental and emotional health.Lesson 9. Mental and Emotional Health. Common Stressors and Conditions
In this lesson, you will learn to recognize common manifestations of mental and emotional instability, such as eating disorders and anxiety.Lesson 10. Mental and Emotional Health. Bullying
In this lesson we will examine the prevalence and effects of bullying, why it occurs and how to combat it.Lesson 11. Mental and Emotional Health. Depression and Suicide
In this lesson we will explore additional stressors and conditions related to mental and emotional health.Lesson 12. Eating Disorders
In this lesson, you will learn about the various types of eating disorders and their causes, as well as how they affect the body.Lesson 13. Alcohol
In this lesson, you will learn how alcohol affects your health.Lesson 14. Sexual Health
In this lesson, we will cover a wide range of subjects regarding sexual health, including sexual hygiene and sexually transmitted diseases.Lesson 15. Pregnancy and Birth Control
In this lesson we will discuss birth control and pregnancy.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the basics of personal health.
- Summarize preventive health care.
- Summarize gender specific preventive health care.
- Identify gender specific preventive health.
- Summarize community health and community environmental health initiatives.
- Describe the factors that affect mental and emotional health.
- Describe eating disorders.
- Summarize alcohol abuse.
- Describe sexual health, pregnancy, and birth control.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information
- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media
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