Oral

The importance of quality assurance and the promotion of standards for professional practice of health educators are evidenced in the creditialing efforts aimed at preparing public health practitioners. This session provides up-to-date information on these efforts as well as how standards are adapted into practice.

Session Objectives: 1. Describe and discuss the merits of credentialing efforts for the professional preparation of health educators. 2. Discuss the benefits and challenges for academic institutions in adopting professional preparation standards.