Wayne State University

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Health Education

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Welcome to Health Education

The Health Education Program at Wayne State University is committed to excellence in the preparation of professional school health educators. The program utilizes a variety of sources and a philosophy of health education to develop its knowledge base, goals, and objectives.

Why Major in Health Education?

Employment prospects are excellent for health education instructors. Health care has become one of the largest employment areas in America. Many of these health industry workers need on-going training due to rapid advances in health care technology and health services. Health education teachers are vital to ensuring that health care positions are filled by knowledgeable and well-trained health education professionals.

Goals of the Program

The general goal of the undergraduate Teacher Certification Track is to prepare teachers for careers in schools.

Specific goals for the teacher certification track are that students will:

  • Comprehend and apply health concepts and skills, theories and models of behavior change and principles of health promotion
  • Demonstrate the ability to assess individual and group needs for school-based health education
  • Demonstrate the ability to plan effective school-based health education programs based on a continuous learning cycle
  • Demonstrate the ability to implement health education programs based on a continuous learning cycle
  • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of school-based health education
  • Collaborate with others to implement a coordinated school health program
  • Act as a resource person to others regarding healthy development
  • Advocate and communicate for child health and health education needs, concerns and resources
  • Teacher practices reflectively, seeking opportunities to grow professionally

College of Education, Wayne State University
Kinesiology, Health and Sport Studies
Dr. Mariane Fahlman
262 Matthaei Physical Education Center
Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 48202
Phone: (313) 577-5066,  Fax: (313) 577-9301

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FREE MTTC Basic Skills Test Workshops
June 14 2013 at 12:00 PM
College of Education
Are you preparing to apply to Level 2 in the College of Education? Are you nervous about passing the Basic Skills Test? WSU College of Education is offering FREE workshops to review the essential content, problem-solving skills, and test-taking strategies you need to help you be successful in preparing for your test. The dates (ALL times from 12pm to 3pm in 30 Education): Friday, June 14 (Fundamental Math Concepts) Friday, June 21 (Intermediate Math Concepts) Friday, June 28 (Advance Math Concepts) Wednesday, July 10 (Reading and Writing Subtests) Friday, July 12 (Review for all Subtests) Space is limited, so register ASAP!
3rd Annual Wayne State University College of Education Conference
February 5 2014 at 4:30 PM
McGregor Center
3rd Annual Wayne State University College of Education Conference on "Understanding the Impact of Poverty on Education: Research Symposium and Educational Dialogue" Wednesday, February 5, 2014 - Friday, February 7, 2014 Wednesday, February 5, 2014 4:30 pm. Reception/Keynote Speaker Thursday, February 6, 2014 8:00 a.m. McGregor Memorial Conference Center Friday, February 7, 2014 8:00 a.m. McGregor Memorial Conference Center This annual conference provides attendees with the opportunity to explore and discuss cutting-edge scholarly research and practices related to "the urbanization of poverty" and its impact on the education of children.  It brings together scholars, practioners, and community members with a commitment to improving the education of children living in poverty. For more information please visit: coe.wayne.edu Sponsorship opportunities Full Conference Fee includes Wednesday evening reception, breakfast and lunch on Thursday and breakfast on Friday. Single Day Rate includes Days events. Questions can be directed to Office of the Dean at (313) 577-1620 or via email at education conferences@wayne.edu Lodging available at The Inn On Ferry Street
3rd Annual Wayne State University College of Education Conference
February 5 2014 at 5:00 PM
McGregor Center
3rd Annual Wayne State University College of Education Conference on"Understanding the Impact of Poverty on Education: Research Symposium and Educational Dialogue"Wednesday, February 5 - Friday, February 7, 2014 Wednesday, February 5, 2014  2:00pm Pre-Conference Workshop       - College of Education room 10Wednesday, February 5, 2014  5:00pm Reception & Keynote Speaker  - Community Arts AuditoriumThursday,    February 6, 2014  8:00am  Registration & Full Conference - McGregor Memorial Conference CtrFriday,        February 7, 2014   8:00am Keynote & Full Conference       - McGregor Memorial Conference CtrThis annual conference provides attendees with the opportunity to explore and discuss cutting-edge scholarly research and practices related to "the urbanization of poverty" and its impact on the education of children.  It brings together scholars, practioners, and community members with a commitment to improving the education of children living in poverty. For more information please go to http://coe.wayne.edu/poverty/registration.php For Sponsorship ppportunities please go to http://coe.wayne.edu/poverty/sponsorshipinformation.php Full Conference Fee includes Wednesday evening reception,breakfast and lunch on Thursday and breakfast on Friday. Parking is not included. Questions can be directed to Office of the Dean at (313) 577-1620 or via email at educationconferences@wayne.edu Lodging available at The Inn On Ferry Street (http://innonferrystreet.com)
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Dr. Mariane Fahlman
Phone: (313) 577-5066
Fax: (313) 577-9301