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04901/Health Related Professions

 

Foundational Courses

C050. Contemporary Aspects of Disability (3 s.h.) S. Core: IN.

An examination of psychological and social issues related to individual and social-cultural perspectives of disability, including social stigma and discrimination, portrayal by media, self-advocacy, family and other social relationship issues that impact the culture of disability and an individual's quality of life.

Lower Division Courses

0100. Introduction to Health Professions (3 s.h.) F S.

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of health, health promotion, disease prevention, rehabilitation, health care service delivery systems and organizations, health care financing, as well as outcome measures of services in different settings. Explores the variety and interplay of health professions and helps students develop the ability to delineate the role, function, and value of all health professions within the health care system.

0103. Health Psychology and Human Behavior (3 s.h.) F S SS.

Introduction to health psychology, health behavior and health. The relationship between human behavior and health will be explored. Course topics include major theoretical models of health behavior, applications to chronic illness and disability, and wellness and life management approaches.

Upper Division Courses

0114. Clinical Pharmacy for Health Professionals (2 s.h.) S.

Prerequisite: Permission for non-majors.

Introduction to the use of drugs in clinical practice. Common categories of drugs analyzed in relation to actions and side effects. Drug dosages and nursing considerations.


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