Department of Health Education
The Department of Health Education welcomes students into a professional academic environment focused on health promotion, disease prevention, and community wellbeing. The department prepares students to educate individuals and communities on healthy living practices through evidence-based instruction and research-informed teaching.
Message from HOD
Dr. Adebolu Folajimi ADEKOYA
Head, Department of Health Education
About the Programme
The programme covers health education, public health principles, environmental health, school health services, and instructional methods. Teaching integrates lectures, fieldwork, health campaigns, and supervised teaching practice aligned with national health and education standards.
Programme Philosophy
The programme values preventive healthcare, ethical responsibility, and community engagement. Learning is student-centred and evidence-based.
Mission of the Department
To train competent health educators through quality teaching and research that promote healthy lifestyles and public health awareness.
Vision of the Department
To be a recognised department in health education contributing to improved public health and health literacy.
Admission Requirements and Programme Courses
Admission into this programme and the structure of its courses are governed by approved academic standards and institutional accreditation requirements. Comprehensive details on admission procedures and requirements, course registration, course titles, course descriptions, credit units, prerequisites, and progression criteria are clearly outlined in the Faculty Handbook/Prospectus. Prospective and enrolled students are strongly advised to consult the Faculty Handbook for authoritative information on:
✔Comprehensive course listings
✔Programme structure and duration
✔Graduation and progression requirements
✔Academic regulations and policies
The Faculty Handbook serves as the official and definitive reference for all programme-related academic information and is periodically reviewed to ensure alignment with University regulations and relevant accrediting bodies.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
✔ Health Education Teacher
✔ Community Health Educator
✔ Public Health Programme Officer
✔ School Health Coordinator
✔ NGO Health Advocacy Officer
✔ Health Promotion Specialist
✔ Environmental Health Support Officer
✔ Health Research Assistant
✔ Wellness Programme Consultant
✔ Health Education Administrator
✔ Entrepreneur in Health Promotion, Wellness Coaching, and Preventive Health Services
Program Courses:
Core Required Courses for all majors:
Year One : 100 Level
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Year Two : 200 Level
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Year Three : 300 Level
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Year Four : 400 Level
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Year Five : 500 Level
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Dept. Contact Info.
Location and Business Hours
Fed. Univ. Oye Campus
- 8:00 am -5:00 pm
- Federal University Oye Ekiti Main Campus
Department Staff Members
Dr. Olufemi Olaitan
Assistant Professor
