Health Promotion

BROOKE R. HANNAH

OBJECTIVE

To pursue a challenging career within the field of Health Promotion utilizing knowledge and skills learned through prior education and experiences, while also being able to demonstrate my creative energy and passion for health advocacy.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Health and Sport Studies December 2008

MIAMI UNIVERSITY, Oxford, Ohio, School of Education, Health & Society

• 3.86/4.0 GPA in Health Studies Major, 3.68 Overall Cumulative GPA

• Specialized Module in Child & Adolescent Health, Thematic Sequence completed on Children & Families

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), The National Commission for Health Education Credentialing April 2009- present

CPR/AED, American Red Cross (renewed) May 2009- present

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Wellspring Weight Loss, Camp Counselor May – August 2009

Wellspring Camps, Platteville, Wisconsin and Reedley, California

• As part of the country’s most successful weight loss program, responsible for guiding overweight adolescents in developing healthy lifestyles

• Facilitated and created several different activities based on individual abilities and interests, emphasizing enjoyable exercise

• Led by example by adhering to the “wellspring Plan,” including a specific diet and exercise plan to model healthy behaviors

Employee Health & Well-Being Intern August – December 2008 Department of Human Resources, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio

• Advocated program goal of promoting purposeful and healthy living among University employees

• Assisted in the development and implementation of several health programs and events, including supervision of group fitness programs, and administering blood pressure checks

Program Planning & Development Assistant August – December 2008

Butler County Children’s Services, Hamilton, Ohio

• Engaged in an independent study project aiming to improve supervised visitations and well-being of children within the foster care system

• Developed several unique age-appropriate programs and activities to encourage physical interaction during visitations

HAWKS Peer Health Educators, Awareness Manager August – October 2007

Office of Health Education, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio

• Developed awareness campaigns to promote healthy behaviors on campus

• Facilitated programs dealing with alcohol abuse, sexual health, campus safety, and stress management

• Responsible for creation and distribution of a student monthly health publication throughout campus to spread awareness

HealthWorks! Intern January – May 2007

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio

• Responsible for guiding and encouraging groups of both women and overweight children/adolescents in regimented exercise programs

• Served as a role model to children and adolescents by promoting healthy behaviors

Child Caregiver May 2006 – present

Private households, various locations, Northeast Ohio

• Cared for children, both as a full-time nanny and part-time sitter

ACTIVITIES / HONORS

President’s List

Dean’s List, several semesters

Cum Laude graduation honors

Reach Out and Read, Pediatric Mentoring program

Habitat for Humanity, Miami University Chapter

CORDS Student Service Organization

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE)

The National Wellness Institute (NWI)

References available upon request

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