American Public Health Association: APHA
The American Public Health Association (APHA) is an organization focused on increasing the support for the public health profession by holding conferences, publishing public health magazines, and providing a member-network for public health professionals.
American School Health Association: ASHA
The American School Health Association is a national organization with the goal of providing schools and students with multidisciplinary, student-centered health programs.
Eta Sigma Gamma: National Health Education Honorary
Eta Sigma Gamma or ESG is an organization focused on developing the health programs within schools, by holding high education standards and empowering schools to hold to the National Health Education Standards.
Foundation for the Advancement of Health Education: FAHE
The Foundation for the Advancement of Health Education supports health education by promoting advocacy and equity, while also providing a membership platform and journals.
National Academy of Health and Physical Literacy: NAHPL
A member-driven organization, the National Academy of Health and Physical Literacy focuses on helping with advocacy, increasing personal and professional health literacy, and personal development.
National Commission for Health Education Credentialing: NCHEC
The National Commission for Health Education Credentialing provides health education certifications and enhances health education professional growth with continuing education and other resources.
National Consensus for School Health Education: NCSHE
The National Consensus for School Health Education revised the National Health Education Standards which were released in 2023. This group also upholds the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model, and works to support health educators with continuing education and other resources.
Society for Public Health Education: SOPHE
An independent membership-based resource, the Society for Public Health Education provides health education resources, advocacy for educators, and training.
Society of Health and Physical Educators: SHAPE America
The Society of Health and Physical Educators is a national resource for health and physical educators across the United States, providing school program design, updated health education research, and another version of the revised National Health Education Standards.
The Society of State Leaders of Health and Physical Education: The Society
The Society of State Leaders of Health and Physical Education provides resources and support for health educators to promote successful students, educators, and schools.
Other Conferences or Organizations:
Health Advocates with David Wiley: Conference -A conference held every year for health educators and other health professionals regarding the Six Behaviors of Youth.
https://healthadvocatesllc.com/annual-conference-info
Cerebral Palsy: Cerebral Palsy Guide -An organization dedicated to educating families about cerebral palsy. Their team is committed to raising awareness about cerebral palsy as well as aim to provide important information and support for families affected by cerebral palsy.