Section outline

  • Purpose ( Aim ) / Overall objective of the course-unit:

    To provide participants with tools that will enable them to support both individual and community but with emphasis on the individual in the decision-making process for behaviour change.

    Learning outcomes (Expected outcomes / Expected achievements for the participants).

    Upon  completion of this course unit, you will be able to:

    • Identify main Health issues in Rwanda for which behaviour change is needed to address them,
    • Explain  the role  of  Health Communication / Health Education in the process of addressing  those issues,
    • Explain  the communication process,  
    • Assess a health communication session done by a health care provider aiming at triggering behaviour change.

    Professor Cyprien MUNYANSHONGORE