HSC - 473 Community Health

Community health explores available public health services regarding the well-being of a population. Health care promotion and prevention strategies are explored in concert with the role of health care institutions and the public sector. Regulatory mandates promoting public and community health and financing options are discussed. Legal and ethical imperatives emergent in public health services are also identified. Health information data is utilized in the planning of a community and/ or public health project. This course will explore health conservation and disease prevention as they relate to specific community settings. Students will observe and analyze how a variety of community resources can contribute to health promotion, including churches, youth groups, social clubs, etc. Prerequisite: Departmental permission. Credit Hours: (4)