Reflections on Course Concepts
The two concepts that are most applicable to public health are theories and models in health promotion and the needs assessment in the PRECEDE-PROCEED model. The theories and models in health promotion look into the different models that can be deployed to guide the process of identifying, developing, and implementing interventions. Public health is tasked with the need to create systems that effectively address specific disease prevention programs. These programs look into various factors, such as the populations being served, the contexts for implementation, and what interventions should be implemented. The theories and models used in public health include ecological models, health belief models, social cognitive theory, transtheoretical model, and a theory of reasoned action.
The PRECEDE-PROCEED Model refers to an overall structure for assessing health needs so that health planners and policymakers can create efficient health programs for different situations. PRECEDE provides a structure that facilitates activities such as planning for a targeted public health program while PROCEED focuses on the provision of a structure that guides the implementation and evaluation process for the programs when implemented (Porter, 2016). The success or failure of a public health program depends on the effectiveness of the model deployed. The model is effective because of the multi-level assessment it provides to guide the process of program deployment.
These concepts are important in the professional discipline because they bring clarity into the program structure to ensure effective service delivery. It is important to integrate program goals and mission statements within the principles to enhance a program’s outcomes. As a professional service provider, these concepts would help build a strong reputation for future career outcomes as an effective planner with successful programs.
References
Porter, C. M. (2016). Revisiting Precede–Proceed: A Leading Model for Ecological and Ethical Health Promotion. Health Education Journal, 75(6), 753-764.