Belfast Institute of Further and Higher Education –
www.belfastmet.ac.uk

This is a two year part-time course which is validated by the University of Ulster. The course consists of six modules, three of which are studied in each year. Successful students will be eligible to seek entry to Level 3 (ie final year modules) of a number of degree programmes at the University of Ulster. The aims of the Advanced Diploma in Health Promotion are to provide a coherent programme of study which facilitates the professional development of students, enabling them to apply health promotion theory strategically in their own practice, and to foster the development of enquiring, socially aware attitudes.

Year 1 modules

• Theory and practice of health promotion;
• Communication;
• Research for practice.

Year 2 modules

• Planning health promotion interventions;
• Health promotion and public policy;
• Psychology of health.

Entry requirement
A recognised professional qualification in an area relevant to health promotion.

Credit points
120 CATS points at Level 2 (60 credits per year).

Dates of course
12 September 2006 – 1 May 2007

Closing date for applications
Applications are accepted up to the start date of the course.

Contact
For additional information please contact:
Patricia Quinn
Course Director
Belfast Institute of Further and Higher Education
College Square East
Belfast BT1 6DJ
Tel: 028 9026 5057 or the Course Secretary Tel: 028 9026 5037.
Email: pquinn@belfastinstitute.ac.uk

A certificate in Oral Health Education is also offered to registered nurses as a post qualification course. Application can be made through the Dental Nursing Department at Belfast Institute of Further and Higher Education.