SOC-2400 Introduction to Public Health and Health Care Policy

Credits 3
An interdisciplinary course taught by leaders in the field focusing on the many areas contributing to public health and health care policy. The intent is to heighten awareness of learners as both citizens and voters in understanding the importance of public health and health care development in the United States.
Prerequisite(s): SOC-1010, PSY-1010
Course Outcomes

Define basic public health terms and concepts
Describe the history of public health
Explain the impact of environmental factors on health
Relate how race, ethnicity, gender, age, socioeconomic status, and region impact health care outcomes
Distinguish between micro and macro level contributors to health disparities
Explain the historical and root causes of health disparities associated with race, ethnicity, gender, age, socioeconomic status, and region
Identify the tools and methods used to calculate and track the prevalence and incidence of disease and illness