HLTH 2011 Introduction to Public Health
A foundation course that introduces students to the concept, history and practice of public health. The course examines the environmental, social, political, and behavioral determinants of health and disease from a population perspective. It also looks at options for intervening to maintain the public’s health with the help of healthcare, public health, environmental health, and safety systems as well as laws and taxation. Emphasis is on developing critical thinking skills to assist the student in creating a holistic plan for optimal personal and community health.
Offered
Fall, Spring