410.609.11
The Wellness Industry and Public Health: Partners Or Adversaries in Health Promotion?
Cancelled
- Location:
- East Baltimore
- Term:
- Summer Inst. term
- Department:
- Health Behavior and Society
- Credits:
- 1 credits
- Academic Year:
- 2022 - 2023
- Instruction Method:
- In-person
- Dates:
- Fri 06/24/2022 - Fri 06/24/2022
- Class Times:
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- Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Auditors Allowed:
- No
- Undergrads Allowed:
- No
- Grading Restriction:
- Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
- Course Instructor:
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- Shauna Harrison
- Contact:
- Shauna Harrison
- Resources:
- Prerequisite:
none
- Description:
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What exactly is the wellness industry and which subindustries are considered to be part of this umbrella? What does the wellness industry do well in terms of health promotion? Are there opportunities for public health practitioners and researchers to learn from wellness industry strategies? Are there opportunities for public health evidence and research to better inform current wellness initiatives?
Introduces students to the contemporary wellness industry in the US (including fitness and yoga) and explores the relevance of this industry for public health promotion. Describes core industry strategies for behavior change, and opportunities for public health evidence and research to inform industry practice. Content includes consideration of social media and the application of effective industry communication and motivation strategies for health promotion broadly defined.
- Learning Objectives:
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Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- 1. Describe the nature of the wellness industry in contemporary US context
- 2. Outline how the wellness industry's activities are relevant for attaining public health goals
- Methods of Assessment:
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 50% Participation
- 50% Written Assignment(s)
- Enrollment Restriction:
none
- Instructor Consent:
No consent required