Examined are the needs of community health agencies and organizations in relation to the characteristics and competencies considered important for the community health educator (MM)

Health education as a profession is examined in terms of: (1) unique and essential service; (2) intellectual performance techniques; (3) period of training; (4) autonomy for practitioners and group members; (5) professional autonomy; (6) organizational autonomy; (7) importance of service; and (8) code of ethics. (CMJ)

Before going "on-line" with the microcomputer, health educators must address three concerns: (1) accomplishments gained through use of microcomputers; (2) long-term educational and intellectual objectives for computer utilization; and (3) educational issues and problems. Implications of "going on-line" for the health education profession are also…

Methods of aligning health education with the goals and functions of employee assistance programs are discussed. The role of the health educator in developing these programs is explained in a description of employee assistance program service standards and specific sub-tasks. (DF)

Wellness has emerged as a new goal of health education and allied health professionals. Development of the wellness movement and distinctions between wellness education and health education are explored. (DF)

Factors that contribute to the existing gap between Black and White health status are presented. Background information on the Black family, professional preparation of Blacks in the health professions, health service delivery to Blacks, and implications of existing conditions for health education are discussed. IAH)

Four principles for arranging successful field experiences in health are: (1) Organize the experience as a partnership involving the student, faculty member, and health practitioner; (2) Require regular feedback from students; (3) Provide the student with input from the health practitioner; and (4) Observe and evaluate the students in the field.…

An undergraduate health education program at Montclair State College combines a series of specialization and collateral courses plus a professional work sequence which includes an observation of health agencies and field study in health. (JN)