The history and future of Health Education

History of Health Education

Due to the exponential increase of health knowledge throughout history, the need for health education has subsequently grown. Briefly describe health and health education in each period of history (early humans, early efforts at public health, early cultures, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Age of Enlightenment, and the 1800s). Compare public health in the United States from the 1700s to present. Discuss at least three events that validated health education as being a necessity.

The Future of Health Education

With the state of our health care system ever changing, the trends in health promotion and education have become equally dynamic. Examine the following trends as they relate to health education/promotion: demographic changes, societal trends, professional preparation and credentialing, and implications for practice settings. Collectively, what do these trends tell us about the future of health education/promotion? On page 343 in Chapter 10 of your course text, the author highlights four actions that current and future health education specialists need to take in order to keep the professional viable. Describe these actions and discuss your personal role in fulfilling them.

The history and future of Health Education