The aim of this study is to analyze the perceptions of professionals working in a Regional Health Office in Health Education.This is a qualitative exploratory-descriptive. Interviews were held with eight professionals from the state public sector, responsible for implementing public health policies. For analysis we used the method analyzing thematic content. The results were discussed based on proposals of Paulo Freire. It was noted that health professionals have different perceptions regarding questions related to education and health education, and their educational practices supported by the traditional system. This requires a change in this context, unifying concepts and building a new educational praxis, making review the practices at all times and incorporating new knowledge guided the construction of a new model of health.
Health education; Health personnel; Perception