Health Promotion (Short Course)
Validated by University of Essex Online
Duration
13 weeksStudy Mode
OnlineTotal Tuition
£1,543Monthly Payment
One-time paymentQualification
Micro-Credentials / Short CoursesStart Date
October JanuaryProgramme Overview
Health Promotion – Online Professional Course
University of Essex Online | 13 Weeks | 20 Postgraduate-Level Credits | CPD Accredited
Programme Overview
The Health Promotion online professional course from the University of Essex is designed to develop practical and theoretical knowledge of how health can be promoted at individual, community and population levels. Delivered 100% online and part-time over 13 weeks, the course examines the principles behind health promotion, the factors that influence health behaviours, and strategies that can help individuals and communities make healthier choices. Key areas include the social determinants of health, positive behaviour change, health promotion theories, models and frameworks, and practical health promotion strategies. The course includes a one-week induction and is delivered through an online learning environment with 24/7 access to learning materials, discussion forums, tutor Q&A sessions and an eLibrary.
This is a 20-credit postgraduate-level University of Essex professional course, rather than a PGCert, master's degree or standalone postgraduate qualification. On successful completion, students receive 20 academic credits at postgraduate level, a University of Essex digital certificate and transcript. In addition, the course is accredited by The CPD Certification Service, whose accreditation is recognised in more than 100 countries and allows the learning to be formally recorded as part of a professional CPD training log. This combination makes the course particularly attractive to healthcare professionals, public-health practitioners, educators, community workers and professionals seeking focused postgraduate-level development without committing to a lengthy degree programme.
The course is suitable for people looking to strengthen their existing healthcare or public-health knowledge, move into health promotion, develop community health programmes, support healthier behaviours or prepare for further postgraduate study. Importantly, no formal academic qualification or previous professional experience is required for admission. Applicants need a high level of English; where English is not the applicant's first language, the stated benchmark is equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.5, although applicants without IELTS can use the University’s free online English test. The current published tuition fee for 2026–27 is £1,543 for international students (£1,468 UK), inclusive of teaching materials and required reading. The University currently lists October 2026 and January 2027 starts for this course.
Entry Requirements
Academic/Professional Entry Requirements
No formal academic qualifications required
No previous professional experience required
High proficiency in English
If English is not your first language: English ability equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.5
Applicants without IELTS can take the University's free online English test
Certain nationals or applicants holding an equivalent UK degree from specified countries may not need to provide separate English evidence.
Documents
Because this course has no formal academic or professional entry requirement, applicants do not need to demonstrate a bachelor's degree or professional qualification. The University webpage does not publish a fixed programme-specific document checklist. Applicants should therefore expect the Admissions process to confirm what supporting identification and/or English evidence is required for their individual application.
Who is this course for?
Nurses and healthcare professionals
Public health professionals
Community health workers
Health educators
Health promotion practitioners
NGO and community-development professionals
Social care professionals
Wellness and wellbeing professionals
Teachers and educators involved in health education
Healthcare managers and administrators
Government and public-sector employees
Professionals seeking a postgraduate-level health specialisation
Individuals considering progression into Public Health or Global Mental Health and Wellbeing
Career Opportunities
Health Promotion Officer
Public Health Programme Assistant/Officer
Community Health Coordinator
Health Education Officer
Wellbeing Programme Coordinator
Community Development Officer
Public Health Project Coordinator
Health and Wellness Programme Manager
NGO Health Programme Officer
Healthcare Outreach Coordinator
Programme Highlights
This area introduces the fundamental concepts underpinning modern health promotion. Students explore why health promotion matters and how professionals can support individuals and communities in making healthier choices. The focus provides a foundation for understanding health promotion as a structured, evidence-informed approach rather than simply the provision of health information.
Students examine the wider social and environmental factors that influence health and wellbeing. This includes consideration of the circumstances in which people live and how access to resources, opportunities and supportive environments can affect health outcomes. The topic is particularly relevant to professionals working with communities and populations experiencing different levels of health inequality.
This component develops students' understanding of the theoretical models and frameworks used to design and evaluate health promotion interventions. Students learn how theory can help explain health behaviours and provide a structured basis for developing appropriate promotional strategies.
The final area focuses on applying health promotion knowledge in practical settings. Students consider approaches for encouraging positive behaviours and translating health promotion concepts into activities and interventions that can support individuals and communities. This provides a useful bridge between academic theory and professional practice.
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