Principles and Foundations, 2/e , provides introductory-level health education students with a solid understanding of the scope and practice of health educators historically, philosophically, theoretically, and ethically.

This text continues to provide the best overall introduction to the emerging profession of Health Promotion and Education by covering the roles and responsibilities of health educators, the settings where health educators are employed, and the ethics of the profession. In addition to covering the history of health, health care, and health education, the book provides a preview of what the future may hold for health promotion and education professionals.