See this at: extension.ucsd.edu| Added on 09/08/09

Start or advance your career with UCSD Extension’s Professional Certificate in Fitness Instruction and Exercise Science. The Program was developed in partnership with the American Council on Exercise (ACE) in response to competitive demands for... See more

Start or advance your career with UCSD Extension’s Professional Certificate in Fitness Instruction and Exercise Science. The Program was developed in partnership with the American Council on Exercise (ACE) in response to competitive demands for well-trained and knowledgeable fitness instructors and lifestyle educators with abilities to design, implement, and manage a variety of health/fitness programs. Extension’s widely recognized health/fitness certificate is the premier program in San Diego - the UCSD Extension ACE exam pass rate significantly exceeds the national pass rate. In this program, you will develop and maintain skills that are current with the challenging and evolving fitness industry; leverage your learning experience with the reputation and prestige of UCSD and the American Council on Exercise; acquire the necessary tools for success via our customized program; learn from experienced and credible leaders all currently employed within the field; and meet and network with... See less

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See this at: nu.edu| Added on 09/08/09

This certificate program is designed to present the student with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to implement a unique medicallybased fitness model for their future or current clients. This program teaches the process of conducting a detailed... See more

This certificate program is designed to present the student with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to implement a unique medicallybased fitness model for their future or current clients. This program teaches the process of conducting a detailed health and fitness assessment. Students will be able to identify the business fundamentals of administration, marketing, and management in personal training. Students will gain information regarding exercise science, kinesiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, neurology, client testing and assessment, functional anatomy, and exercise programming. Students will be provided an in-depth examination of contemporary nutritional topics such as meal plan analysis, functional food implementation, antioxidants, public nutrition, sports nutrition, vitamin supplementation, and weight management. Students will learn appropriate behavioral change modifications and dietary approaches for different ages and populations and gain a foundation for wellness... See less

See this at: nu.edu| Added on 09/08/09

The Division of Extended Learning in partnership with Gatlin Education Services offers online career training courses in Healthcare & Fintess that are designed to provide the workforce skills necessary to acquire professional caliber positions for... See more

The Division of Extended Learning in partnership with Gatlin Education Services offers online career training courses in Healthcare & Fintess that are designed to provide the workforce skills necessary to acquire professional caliber positions for many in-demand occupations. Programs include Medical Coding, Transcription, HIPAA Compliance and many other popular fields. All programs are designed to provide the most effective Web-based learning experience. Registration is open enrollment and includes everything students need, including textbooks and trained instructors. Students have 180 days to complete the coursework and will receive a certificate of completion from National University. All course and certificate programs are listed to the right. Please click on the course title for more information and a course demo. To register, or for more information, contact the Division of Extended Learning at 1-800-NAT-UNIV ext. 8600. See less

See this at: nu.edu| Added on 09/08/09

All Courses In This Department Allied Health * GER310 Healthy Aging * HSC300 Legal and Ethical Issues and Health Professions * HSC310 Issues and Trends in Health Care * HSC330 Health Education and Health Promotion ... See more

All Courses In This Department Allied Health * GER310 Healthy Aging * HSC300 Legal and Ethical Issues and Health Professions * HSC310 Issues and Trends in Health Care * HSC330 Health Education and Health Promotion * HSC400 Management for Health Professionals * HSC410 Informatics for Health Professionals * HSC420 Allied Health Research * HSC430 Case and Outcomes Management * HSC440 Allied Health Capstone Project * NSG322 Introduction to Biomedical Statistics See less

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See this at: acefitness.org| Added on 09/08/09

To get started, simply complete a paper and pencil or computer-based testing exam registration form a minimum of 45 days prior to the exam date. Am I eligible for Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant certification? To take the Lifestyle & Weight... See more

To get started, simply complete a paper and pencil or computer-based testing exam registration form a minimum of 45 days prior to the exam date. Am I eligible for Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant certification? To take the Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant certification exam: * You must be at least 18 years of age. * You must hold a current adult CPR and AED certificate. * You must hold a current ACE Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor or Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist certification; or an NCCA-accredited personal trainer or advanced fitness related certification; or have a four-year (Bachelor’s) degree in an Exercise Science or related field at the time of registration and submit supporting documentation. Exam Preparation Blog Are you studying for the ACE certification exam? Get study tips and gain insight, motivation and confidence from staff here at ACE and learn from others currently studying for the ACE certification exam. ACE-certified Success Stories... See less

See this at: acefitness.org| Added on 09/08/09

Download the Paper and Pencil Registration Form or the CBT Registration Form to get started. Am I eligible for Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist certification? To take the Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist certification exam: * You must be at... See more

Download the Paper and Pencil Registration Form or the CBT Registration Form to get started. Am I eligible for Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist certification? To take the Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist certification exam: * You must be at least 18 years of age. * You must hold a current adult CPR and AED certificate. * You must hold a current ACE Personal Trainer certification or Lifestyle & Weight Management certification; or an NCCA-accredited personal trainer or advanced fitness related certification; or have a four-year (Bachelor’s) degree in an Exercise Science or related field at the time of registration and submit supporting documentation. * You must have 300 hours of work experience designing and implementing exercise programs for apparently healthy individuals and/or high-risk individuals, as documented by a qualified professional at the time of registration. Exam Preparation Blog Are you studying for the ACE certification exam? Get study tips and gain insight,... See less

See this at: vdh.virginia.gov| Added on 11/02/09

Conducting a Cultural Competence Self-Assessment Self-assessment for health practitioners developed at the request of the HRSA Bureau of Primary Health Care. Assesses both organizational and individual cultural competence in six domains: Values and... See more

Conducting a Cultural Competence Self-Assessment Self-assessment for health practitioners developed at the request of the HRSA Bureau of Primary Health Care. Assesses both organizational and individual cultural competence in six domains: Values and Belief Systems, Cultural Aspects of Epidemiology, Clinical Decision-Making, Life Cycle Events, Cross-Cultural Communication, and empowerment/Health Management. | The Cultural Competence Health Practitioner Assessment (CCHPA) Self-assessment for health practitioners developed at the request of the HRSA Bureau of Primary Health Care. Assesses both organizational and individual cultural competence in six domains: Values and Belief Systems, Cultural Aspects of Epidemiology, Clinical Decision-Making, Life Cycle Events, Cross-Cultural Communication, and empowerment/Health Management. | Culture, Collaboration, and Capacity: A Call to a Healthier Community A model of a Hispanic Needs Assessment, this report “seeks to examine the health status and... See less

See this at: stmichaelshospital.c...| Added on 11/02/09

The Rapid Assessment Tool for Small-Area Health Needs was developed to quickly and reliably assess small-area health status and health needs for use by decision-makers and service providers as well as community groups and non-profit providers of... See more

The Rapid Assessment Tool for Small-Area Health Needs was developed to quickly and reliably assess small-area health status and health needs for use by decision-makers and service providers as well as community groups and non-profit providers of publicly-funded services. The tool allows users to collect information on several topics including health status, health care use, health behaviours and neighbourhood services. A ‘tool kit’ has also been developed that includes a manual and user guide as well as a set of best practices for knowledge translation to guide potential users from the survey planning stage all the way to the final stages of data interpretation and dissemination. We are currently in the process of collecting community input on the manual and user guide in order to maximize their usefulness to potential users. These resources will be made publicly available for download from this site in June 2009. The survey was piloted in four Toronto neighbourhoods (South Parkdale,... See less

See this at: careforthehomeless.o...| Added on 11/02/09

Condomgame A fun and interactive game, based on the children’s board game Candy Land™, where participants learn about safer sex and a variety of barrier methods. The Dr. Truth Show This workshop gives participants a chance to ask a “sex expert”... See more

Condomgame A fun and interactive game, based on the children’s board game Candy Land™, where participants learn about safer sex and a variety of barrier methods. The Dr. Truth Show This workshop gives participants a chance to ask a “sex expert” confidential questions related to sex. Who Wants to be a Female Condom Expert? This fun and interactive workshop, based on the popular television game show Who Wants to be a Millionaire?™, introduces the FC female condom to participants, focusing on female condom benefits and use. HIV Risk Reduction Skills Building Participants are given the opportunity to role play with a partner using developed vignettes that focus on HIV risk reduction and safer sex. HIV Testing This interactive workshop gives participants a chance to learn about HIV testing practices and procedures, and the benefits of testing. Sexual Health Game This fun and interactive workshop is based on the popular television game show JEOPARDY!™. Participants will learn about HIV/AIDS,... See less

See this at: careforthehomeless.o...| Added on 11/02/09

The major goal of the Care for the Homeless Health Education Program is to provide health information to homeless individuals and families in a clear, concise, culturally competent manner to promote client understanding, motivation, empowerment, and... See more

The major goal of the Care for the Homeless Health Education Program is to provide health information to homeless individuals and families in a clear, concise, culturally competent manner to promote client understanding, motivation, empowerment, and positive health behavior change. This goal is accomplished using a range of methods drawn from the fields of health education and social work. All Care for the Homeless staff strive to make use of "teachable moments," by informally providing health information and supportive counseling when clients have communicated their openness to such an exchange. Our Health Education Program takes this exchange one step further, enhancing the provision of health information by coordinating more formal group interventions and individual counseling sessions dealing with a range of health topics relevant to our clients' needs. Health educators provide education and support around a diverse range of topics such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma,... See less

Highlights: Care for the Homeless 12 West 21st Street, 8th Fl. » New York NY 10010-6902 Phone: 212-366-4459 » Fax: 212-366-1773

See this at: sandiego.gov| Added on 07/10/09

There are a variety of programs to directly assist small businesses, ranging from providing detailed information on City and regional services to help with start up questions and providing assistance with permitting issues. The City also provides... See more

There are a variety of programs to directly assist small businesses, ranging from providing detailed information on City and regional services to help with start up questions and providing assistance with permitting issues. The City also provides matching grants to businesses in targeted areas for storefront renovation projects. * 10 Key Steps to Starting a Business * Storefront Improvement Program * Special Business Financial Resources (PDF: 48K) * Business Resources and Technology Link (Central Library) See less

Highlights: The Office of Small Business, in partnership with the business community and economic development agencies, administers several programs for small business development and retention to create a more healthy economy for San Diego. * Business Improvement Districts * City/Business Improvement...

See this at: scpha.org| Added on 01/21/09

Providing public health leadership to maintain and enhance health promotion, disease and injury prevention and health protection efforts in California. SCPHA serves the Southern California counties of Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside,... See more

Providing public health leadership to maintain and enhance health promotion, disease and injury prevention and health protection efforts in California. SCPHA serves the Southern California counties of Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. See less

See this at: cardiovillage.com| Added on 11/17/07

CardioVillage is a high-quality, cutting-edge, educational experience created by academic healthcare professionals. To gain access, please register by choosing the "New User" button below the log in box. Registration is FREE.

CardioVillage is a high-quality, cutting-edge, educational experience created by academic healthcare professionals. To gain access, please register by choosing the "New User" button below the log in box. Registration is FREE. See less

Highlights: CardioVillage provides free continuing medical education (CME) on demand.

See this at: sophe.org| Added on 11/16/07

SOPHE's 2008 Midyar Scientific Conference Planning Committee invite you to submit an abstract for a paper, concurrent session, pre-conference workshop, or poster at the SOPHE Midyear Scientific Conference to be held May 21-24, 2008 in the Windy City... See more

SOPHE's 2008 Midyar Scientific Conference Planning Committee invite you to submit an abstract for a paper, concurrent session, pre-conference workshop, or poster at the SOPHE Midyear Scientific Conference to be held May 21-24, 2008 in the Windy City of Chicago, Illinois. Online Abstract Submission SUBMISSION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30, 2007 SOPHE's Midyear Scientific Conference theme, "Harnessing the Winds of Change: Learning from Our Past to Build Our Future", builds on lessons learned in the past with innovative new approaches, technologies and skills to address age-old problems as well as emerging concerns... Full Story See less

See this at: my.americanheart.org| Added on 10/11/07

PBS Special - The Mysterious Human Heart A new in-depth television series from award-winning filmmaker David Grubin about the heart: how it works, what can go wrong with it and how we treat it. The three-hour series follows the true, compelling... See more

PBS Special - The Mysterious Human Heart A new in-depth television series from award-winning filmmaker David Grubin about the heart: how it works, what can go wrong with it and how we treat it. The three-hour series follows the true, compelling stories of men and women, young and old, whose hearts have led them to a brush with mortality. Premieres Oct. 15 and 22 at 9 p.m. (ET) on PBS (check local listings). learn more... Minority Mentoring Program To increase the number of U.S.-based underrepresented minority scientists and clinicians who commit to research and patient care in CVD and stroke, the American Heart Association has developed an early career mentoring program. Those accepted into the Minority Mentoring Program will become part of the clinical and research scholars committee working with national volunteer leadership and become engaged in activities and projects to build various skills and help in their professional career development. learn more... | learn more... See less

See this at: aahperd.org| Added on 10/11/07

Welcome to the American Association for Health Education The American Association for Health Education serves health educators and other professionals who promote the health of all people. AAHE encourages, supports, and assists health professionals... See more

Welcome to the American Association for Health Education The American Association for Health Education serves health educators and other professionals who promote the health of all people. AAHE encourages, supports, and assists health professionals concerned with health promotion through education and other systematic strategies. See less

See this at: integrativemedicine....| Added on 12/27/07

To receive a conference brochure and registration information by mail, please sign up for our mailing list at "Join our Email List". Expanding on the success of the first four Nutrition and Health annual conferences, the 2008 meeting, co-directed by... See more

To receive a conference brochure and registration information by mail, please sign up for our mailing list at "Join our Email List". Expanding on the success of the first four Nutrition and Health annual conferences, the 2008 meeting, co-directed by Dr. Andrew Weil, will assemble an outstanding faculty of internationally-known scientific researchers, skilled clinicians, innovative chefs, and best-selling authors whose work focuses on the interface between nutrition and healthful living. The course provides essential information for health professionals who address issues of food and nutrition in their clinical practices, including the latest research findings, practical recommendations for clinical care, and challenging discussions of public policy. This year we will be in sunny Phoenix, Arizona, April 13 – 16, at the beautiful Pointe South Mountain Resort - a luxury resort located in a desert oasis nestled at the base of South Mountain Preserve featuring a championship golf course,... See less

See this at: nchec.org| Added on 06/17/07

About the Exam The CHES examination is a competency-based tool used to measure possession, application and interpretation of knowledge in the Areas of Responsibility for health educators delineated by A Competency-Based Framework for Professional... See more

About the Exam The CHES examination is a competency-based tool used to measure possession, application and interpretation of knowledge in the Areas of Responsibility for health educators delineated by A Competency-Based Framework for Professional Development of Certified Health Education Specialists - 2006 . The exam also assesses the basic competencies necessary for health educators, as defined within the Seven Areas of Rresponsibility. Consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions, the CHES examination is offered in paper-and-pencil format at college campuses throughout the United States. While there are approximately 120 testing sites currently registered, any campus with a testing service is eligible to become a testing site. Basis for the CHES Examination The CHES examination is based upon the following Areas of Responsibility, as delineated in A Competency-Based Framework for Professional Development of Certified Health Education Specialists - 2006 See less

See this at: amazon.com| Added on 02/17/08

Product Description CHES Exam Flashcard Secrets study system uses repetitive methods of study to teach you how to break apart and quickly solve difficult test questions on the Certified Health Education Specialist Exam. Study after study has shown... See more

Product Description CHES Exam Flashcard Secrets study system uses repetitive methods of study to teach you how to break apart and quickly solve difficult test questions on the Certified Health Education Specialist Exam. Study after study has shown that spaced repetition is the most effective form of learning, and nothing beats flashcards when it comes to making repetitive learning fun and fast. Our flashcards enable you to study small, digestible bits of information that are easy to learn and give you exposure to the different question types and concepts. CHES Exam Flashcard Secrets covers: Responsibility I: Community Analysis, Community Diagnosis, Needs Assessment, Primary Data, Secondary Data, Mail Survey, Telephone Survey, In-person Survey, Interviews, Focus Groups, Nominal Group Process, Delphi Panels, Observation, Health Risk Appraisals/Assessments (HRA); Responsibility II: Mission Statement, Outcome Objective, Goals, Behavioral Objective, PRECEDE-PROCEED, MATCH, Impact Objective,... See less

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See this at: amazon.com| Added on 02/17/08

Product Description CHES Exam Secrets helps you ace the Certified Health Education Specialist Exam, without weeks and months of endless studying. Our comprehensive CHES Exam Secrets study guide is written by our exam experts, who painstakingly... See more

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See this at: sdprc.org| Added on 01/14/09

* posted 1/09/09 Join us Jan. 24th for our New Year's Resolution Family Fun Walk and Celebrate San Ysidro's Centennial! (pdf) * posted 12/16/08 Notice of funding opportunity - RWJF Grant for Latino Childhood Obesity Prevention * posted 11/18/08... See more

* posted 1/09/09 Join us Jan. 24th for our New Year's Resolution Family Fun Walk and Celebrate San Ysidro's Centennial! (pdf) * posted 12/16/08 Notice of funding opportunity - RWJF Grant for Latino Childhood Obesity Prevention * posted 11/18/08 Congratulations to the following award winners: * Diana Rivera received the August 2008.Dolores Adame Community Involvement Award by Casa Familiar. * The SDPRC CAB and all its members received the October 2008 Unsung Heroes awards by the APHA Community Based Research Caucus. * posted 10/24/08 See our new photo gallery! See less

See this at: publichealth.sdsu.ed...| Added on 01/14/09

Professional Memberships/Affiliations: * American Public Health Association * Society of Behavioral Medicine * North American Society for the Study of Obesity Courses Currently Taught: * PH661: Theoretical Foundations of Health Promotion * PH666:... See more

Professional Memberships/Affiliations: * American Public Health Association * Society of Behavioral Medicine * North American Society for the Study of Obesity Courses Currently Taught: * PH661: Theoretical Foundations of Health Promotion * PH666: Health Promotion Program Planning and Evaluation * PH667: Prevention and Control of Chronic Disease Scholarly Areas: Latino health promotion; social, cultural, and developmental influences on asthma management; family and community-based obesity prevention Selected Publications: * Ayala, G.X., Rogers, M., Arredondo, E., Campbell, N., Baquero, B., Duerksen, S., and Elder, J.P. (in press) Away-from-home food intake and risk for obesity: Examining the influence of context. Obesity Research. * Elder, J.P., Ayala, G.X., Arredondo, E., and Campbell, N.R. (in press) Evaluating psychosocial and behavioral mechanisms of change in a tailored communication intervention. Health Education and Behavio. * Ayala, G.X., Baquero, B., Arredondo, E.M., Campbell,... See less

See this at: publichealth.sdsu.ed...| Added on 01/14/09

Elva M. Arredondo, Ph.D. (Duke University), researches the area of health disparities, specifically involving cancer and obesity preventive behaviors. She has a strong interest in the development of theory-driven and culturally appropriate behavioral... See more

Elva M. Arredondo, Ph.D. (Duke University), researches the area of health disparities, specifically involving cancer and obesity preventive behaviors. She has a strong interest in the development of theory-driven and culturally appropriate behavioral interventions using evidence from randomized control trials. Her current research interests are centered on the cultural influences and psychosocial mediators of preventive practices including cervical cancer screening, physical activity, and dietary practices among underserved groups. Selected Publications: * Martinez, S., Arredondo, E.M., Perez, G., and Baquero, B. (in press) Individual, social and environmental barriers and facilitators of physical activity among Latinas: Focus group results. . * Martinez, S., Ayala, G.X., Arredondo, E.M., Finch, B., and Elder, J.P. (in press) Active transportation and acculturation among Latino children in San Diego County. Preventive Medicine. * Arredondo, E.M., Castaneda, D., Elder, J., Slymen, D.,... See less

See this at: sph.umd.edu| Added on 12/26/07

How to Apply: Completed applications for admissions to the MPH program with a concentration in Epidemiology must be received by January 15, 2008 for consideration for Fall 2008 admission. We only accept applications for fall admissions. Read... See more

How to Apply: Completed applications for admissions to the MPH program with a concentration in Epidemiology must be received by January 15, 2008 for consideration for Fall 2008 admission. We only accept applications for fall admissions. Read carefully and follow instructions by the Graduate School for Graduate Applications: http://www.gradschool.umd.edu/gss/admission.htm When applying, select the 4-letter EPDM program code from the drop down menu of Program Codes. Admission Criteria: MPH applications are reviewed with consideration to the following criteria: * Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA * GRE scores taken within the past 5 years * 3 letters of recommendation that address your academic capabilities * Statement of goals and interests * Relevant academic/work experience, including previous coursework in human biology or physiology, and statistical methods. See less