Learning outcomes assessed in this assessment 2. Demonstrate knowledge and a critical understanding of key models, concepts and principles relating to risk behaviour and the promotion of health. 4. Select and review appropriate material and approaches for implementation and evaluation of an effective health promotion intervention to a specified population. Assessment Guidelines Select an existing health promotion intervention of your choice and, with reference to relevant behavioural theory and evidence, critically report on its effectiveness in driving 2 positive changes in health behaviours. In doing so explore its strengths and make recommendations to address its weaknesses and limitations. Please note that the existing health promotion intervention that you choose to focus on for this assessment needs to be selected from one of the examples provided to you within the repository which is available to you on the VLE site for this module. Your work should include and cover the following sections/aspects and content (as shown and stated in the table below). The specific percentage marks allocated to each section/aspect of your work is stated below. Please also note that the Level 7 marking criteria (located towards the end of this assessment brief) will also be used to reflect this overall grade. Please remember that achievement and demonstration of both learning outcomes (2 and 4) is being assessed in this assessment. Section/aspect Content to cover Marks available Introduction An introduction to the assignment that establishes the importance of the selected health promotion intervention and makes it clear about who the specific population is that is targeted. Relevant information should aim to provide an overview regarding the public health issue/health issue addressed by the specific health promotion intervention and the extent of this public health issue/health issue in the particular target population therefore supporting the implementation of the particular health promotion intervention. 15 Marks Discussion Critical examination of relevant behavioural theory and evidence in order to critically report on and indicate the extent to which the particular health promotion intervention was effective in driving positive changes in relevant health behaviours. This section should also identify the strengths and weaknesses (and limitations) of the selected health promotion intervention with reference to the approach 30 Marks 3 Implications Provide detailed evidence-based recommendations aiming to enhance the effectiveness of the selected health promotion intervention by addressing its weaknesses and limitations. 30 Marks Conclusion taken to implementation and evaluation of the intervention. Effective summary of key points.
