Chase Reece, BSHP '24

This week’s tasks mainly focused on data analysis and administrative work. For the data analysis, transcribed interviews were read and coded, and common themes were identified. Qualitative research such as this is very important for understanding the context and human experience in certain issues. This type of research provides deeper insight into the subjective experiences of others, which is helpful for understanding complex health issues. Qualitative research can help us understand how certain situations or factors influence health outcomes and complements number-driven quantitative research. Qualitative research, whether it be through open-ended surveys, interviews, or focus groups, is essential for health promotion work. For example, it can be used when conducting a needs assessment to find out what the most pressing needs of the community are. It can also be used throughout the program planning process to create, implement, and evaluate a program. The other work I did this week centered out administrative tasks, which are important for the operation of any organization. It is the administrative work that supports the overall mission of an organization and allows its work to be accomplished. It is also an important part of leadership, and without it, an organization becomes disordered and inefficient.

The health promotion competencies I met this week include:

• 1.3.2: Determine the knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, skills, and behaviors that impact the health and health literacy of the priority population.
• 4.2.2: Comply with institutional and/or IRB requirements for research.
• 4.3.6: Analyze data