PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

Public Health

Description:

Introduction to Public Health is an introductory course in public health concepts for undergraduate public health students as well as other students interested in an overview of health at a community level. The course will familiarize students with the various, multidisciplinary aspects of public health, including the history of public health, overview of public health professions, basics of epidemiology, health information and communication, health policy and law, health promotion, overview of infectious and chronic diseases, access to healthcare, health care systems, and disaster preparedness and management. The course will be a combination of lecture, discussion and group exercises and scenarios. Concepts will be reinforced with historical and contemporary examples and case studies.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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