HE 440 - Health Policy

Institution:

Monmouth University

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Description:

Delves into the core elements that define health policy. Describes factors such as the healthcare delivery systems (public/non-profits vs. private/for profits), access to care, healthcare financing, quality of care issues, and social issues, such as gender and culture, and their impact on health and healthcare. The dynamics of the policy-making process at different levels (federal, state and local) will be explored, along with policy analysis and how policy influences healthcare decisions. The complexities and challenges of healthcare reform will be identified. Prerequisites: Health Studies 101, 160, 212, 225, 340, 380, Nursing 324, and successful completion of the Writing Proficiency Requirement. Course Type(s): WT

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.monmouth.edu

Phone Number:

(732) 571-3400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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