Worksite Health Promotion

Based on Dr. Chenoweth’s expertise as a professor and a professional consultant, Worksite Health Promotion, Third Edition, combines theoretical principles and research with practical applications and real-world examples to give readers a comprehensive and immediately useable introduction to the field. The text begins with an overview of worksite health promotion that illustrates the importance of these programs in today’s workplace. This is followed by a discussion of the economic forces that make implementing worksite health programs so advantageous for employers. The text’s clear presentation of program benefits highlighted in economic-based evaluations will prepare readers to make a case for their own interventions.

The text provides a step-by-step approach to planning, implementing, and evaluating programs. Readers will explore key topics such as assessing employees’ needs, setting appropriate goals, gaining management buy-in, and budgeting. They will also find full coverage of programming issues, including strategies for developing programs for healthy lifestyles, medical self-care, and disability management. The specific challenges of programming for small businesses and multisite workplaces are also addressed.

The third edition has been fully revised with an improved organization and updated charts, tables, and references as well as the following additions that reflect the latest research and trends in the field: Updated information on ADA, HIPAA, and GINA standards as they relate to worksite health promotion New sections on health management, health coaching, budget development options, and present value adjustment More information on integrated health data management systems, e-health technology, nutrition and weight control programs, fostering a healthy culture, and reducing stress in the workplace Expanded coverage of program evaluation, including new sections on break-even analysis and determining present versus future value as well as improved illustrations of econometric-based evaluations and evaluation design A larger focus on career development with updated information on certification options, intermediate-level practitioner competencies, and internship and job searches Improved textbook features and a new instructor guide make this leading text more classroom friendly than ever. The instructor guide is available free to course adopters online.