Degree of implementation of the Health in School Program: a descriptive study

Abstract

Aim: to analyze the degree of implementation of the Health in School Program in a capital of the Brazilian Northeast Region. Method: this is a quantitative and descriptive research, focusing on the degree of implantation. Data collection was carried out between May and July 2017 through the application of a questionnaire constructed based on the regulations of the program. From a population of 228 professionals, a calculated sample of 144 participants was obtained. The data will be analyzed in SPSS 22.0 using descriptive statistics and the degree of implantation will follow the rankings: not implanted (from 0% to 25%), incipient (from 26% to 50%), partially implanted (from 51% to 75%) and implanted (from 76% to 100%). Expected results: the implantation situation of the program will be described through the information available on its structure and process that contribute to the decision making by the management.