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ORHL2003

Introduction to Oral Health Promotion

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2012

OurimbahSemester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006

ORHL2003 builds on existing knowledge and introduces the theories and approaches used in Oral Health Promotion. This course provides a framework for the delivery of oral health promotion at a population level using evidence based practice and the engagement of community groups such as preschools.

Objectives
On completion of this course you will be able to:

1. Contribute to the general debate on the provision of general and oral health care to individuals and community groups;
2. Apply the principles of health promotion to the evaluation of general and oral health promotion activities;
3. Access and critically evaluate scientific literature;
4. Prepare an oral health promotion project plan;
5. Evaluate data obtained from oral health indices and other research methods;
6. Analyse and reflect on the effectiveness of various individual and group communication strategies;
Content
1. Introduction to Oral Health Promotion
2. Models of Health Promotion
3. Approaches to Oral Health Promotion
4. Evaluating Oral Health Promotion
Replacing Course(s)
Not applicable
Transition
Not applicable
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
This course builds on PUBH1080.
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Problem Based Learning
Self Directed Learning
Workshop
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Assessment 1 - Critical appraisal of literature
Online Learning Activities
Assessment 3 - Online Tasks
Projects
Assessment 2 - Groupwork: Develop an Oral Health Promotion Project
Contact Hours
Workshop: for 4 hour(s) per Week for 1 weeks

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for ORHL2003