KHP 489 - UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIP IN HEALTH PROMOTION

College of Education

Credit(s): 3 - 6 (Variable)

KHP 489 is a three- or six-hour course which focuses on gaining practical experience in the profession of Health Education and Health Promotion. It provides an opportunity for Health Promotion majors and minors to apply the theories, knowledge and experiences gained from their coursework to real life situations. Students may gain experience in a variety of settings, including but not limited to: state or local health departments, hospitals, university health services, worksite wellness, insurance companies, and state or national agencies/organizations such as YMCAs, American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, etc. All sites and course experiences align with the responsibilities and competencies set forth by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing.

Prereq: Must be junior or senior status and KINE, HEPR, KHPR majors and HP minors only or permission by instructor.
Approved for Distance Learning. Repeatable up to 6 credit hours.