AHS 113 Introduction to Public Health
This course familiarizes students with the field of public health, including the history and current practices through introduction of a variety of disciplines to the basic tenets and applications of public health, including integrating public health with other health professions. Public Health Core Functions, Social Determinant of Health, and Essential Services will be explored, and students will gain an understanding of public health as a broad area of work. The course emphasis is to establish a solid foundation of professional characteristics, behaviors, values, skills, and knowledge for students to build upon in their allied health professions.
Lab Hours
0
Lecture Hours
3