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School Health & Nutrition: Reach and Relevance for Adolescents ​

Microlearning

About this resource

This learning resource covers the developmental changes that occur during adolescence that makes intervening during this period particularly beneficial, and why intervening during this period can strengthen adolescent human capital formation; the rationale for using schools to deliver health and nutrition services to adolescents;​ the types of school health and nutrition interventions that are particularly beneficial to consider in low- and middle-income countries; and​ some practical considerations for designing and delivering a program.

After completing this microlearning resource, you will be able to:

  • Recognize examples of common school health and nutrition interventions in low- and middle-income countries 
  • Explain how school health and nutrition investments can strengthen human capital by improving well-being and education outcomes, with a focus on the benefits to adolescents
  • Recognize the varied mechanisms for service delivery and  
  • Be equipped with tips for successful program delivery