Course Description
This course is designed to help students to

1. Acquire the concept of health education and develop an ability to select and/or prepare appropriate
   audio-visual aids and use them effectively to communicate with the individuals and community
2. Understand the principles of communication and counseling, and its application in nursing practice.
   General Objectives
   Upon completion of this course, the students shall be able to:
   1 Describe the concept of health education, communication skills including soft skills, audio – visual
   aids and health education agencies.
   2 Identify and utilize opportunities for health education.
   3 Describe the application of information technology in preparation and use of various health teaching
   aids.
   4 Develop effective communication and counseling skills.