Theories of Behavior Change and their Application in Nutrition and Public Health Interventions

Course Description

For many Americans, actual health behaviors fall short of evidence-based recommendations and guidelines. Why do people do what they do—or don’t do? How can we design programs that tap into these factors to support healthier behaviors? This course explores theories of behavior change commonly used in nutrition and public health. Specific theories addressed include the Health Belief Model, the Theory of Planned Behavior, Social Learning Theory, Diffusion of Innovations, Behavioral Economics, and the Socio-Ecological framework. The course emphasizes the application of core theory concepts to the design and evaluation of program interventions. 

Basic Enrollment Requirements: Unofficial Transcript - Bachelor's + 3.0 GPA. 

Instructor Approval: During registration, you will be asked to explain how you meet the pre-requisites for this course and to describe any relevant experience. The instructor will use this information to confirm your enrollment or will otherwise be in touch with you. 

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Remission Eligible: Yes; all university policies apply.