Basic experience in utilizing the media for health promotion is gained, including preparing press releases, public service announcements, news stories, feature articles, and the use of advertisements. Reviews the principles of project development and applies them in the preparation of a written proposal for an applied project. The proposal should conform to standards that are acceptable to funding organizations. Applies writing skills in preparing summary reports and evaluation which are accurate, concise, and convincing. Students implement an approved proposal under the supervision of designated faculty or the Field Preceptor.
Students design and carry out a field research project, generally as part of their practicum.
A professionally prepared paper is to be submitted upon completion of the project. Students gain practical public health experience working with experience health professionals in government or non-government community health agencies or programs. A report documenting and evaluating the experience is required. Studies the major themes of the reign of God as contined in the Sermon on the Mount, as told in Kingdom parables, and as expressed in selected miracles. God's Kingdom, its present and the future manifestations, are dwelt upon.