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PUBHLTH 2202: Man-Made Disasters: Radiological, Chemical & Biological Terrorism

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of public health preparedness, mitigation, and evaluation in the context of man-made disasters, including radiological, chemical and biological incidents. The course will address identified core competencies of emergency preparedness for public health professionals that include: disaster management, risk assessment, risk communication, governmental resources, functional roles, surveillance, and preparedness evaluation. Man-made disasters will be looked at in a historical, environmental and psychological context in order to elucidate the role of public health in man-made disaster preparedness and evaluation. In addition the role of cultural competency and the needs of special populations will be addressed. Public perception of risk and media views of man-made disasters will be explored.
Note: This course is only offered online.

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PUBHLTH 2203: AIDS and Society

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course offers the student the opportunity for an in-depth study of one of the most critical public health issues facing society today. Topics include: current HIV/AIDS information as well as exploration of related issues including sexuality, homophobia, and discrimination, research, international/political implications and worldwide economic effects.

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PUBHLTH 2204: Diet and Weight Management

3.00 Credits

Temple University

Examination of modern techniques for weight management and weight loss. Emphasis on participation in and understanding of programs for weight management, nutrition management, and exercise management.

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PUBHLTH 2205: Coping with Life Stress Workshop

3.00 Credits

Temple University

The impact of poorly managed stress on physical and emotional health. Coping skills and strategies for effective stress management. Individual stress profiles will be developed, emphasizing a holistic view of the individual in a rapidly changing society.
Note: Lab fee required.

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PUBHLTH 2206: Holistic Health & Aging

3.00 Credits

Temple University

Complementary and alternative medicine covers a broad range of healing philosophies, approaches, and therapies. Some are based upon religious or cultural traditions; others are driven by anti-professionalism, and still others, such as chiropractic, are alternative professions, reimbursed and regulated like allopathic medicine, but based upon alternative theories of illness and health. The purpose of this class is to describe the basic principle and practice of a number of alternative therapies.

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PUBHLTH 2207: Principles of Emergency Management: A Public Health Perspective

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of public health preparedness and response for all hazards emergency management. It will enable health care and allied health professionals, public health professionals, and emergency responders to work together to plan and respond effectively to both natural and man-made disasters. The course will introduce students to the identified core competencies of emergency health preparedness for public health professionals that include: functional roles, communication, resource identification, problem solving, and evaluation. The issues of mental health and special populations will be introduced in an emergency management context. Students will utilize problem-based learning by analyzing actual disaster events and applying the theories, principles, and practice of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. In addition, students will learn about the importance of personal emergency preparedness, which will include the development of their own emergency plan.
Note: This course is offered only online.

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PUBHLTH 2208: Natural Disasters: Response & Recovery

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of public health response and recovery in the context of natural disasters. It will assist health care and allied health professionals, public health professionals, and emergency responders to work together to respond effectively and to facilitate recovery in a natural disaster. The course will enable students to meet identified core competencies of emergency health preparedness for public health professionals that include functional roles, resource identification, problem solving, and appropriate response. Students will utilize problem-based learning by analyzing actual disaster events and applying the theories, principles, and practice of response and recovery. In addition, students will learn about the issues faced by special populations and how to address these special needs in natural disaster response and recovery.

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PUBHLTH 2209: Violence and Injury Prevention

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course presents the public health perspective on violence and both intentional and unintentional injury. Course topics include information regarding the incidence of injury-related morbidity and mortality in the United States, as well as strategies for the prevention of injury.

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PUBHLTH 2211: Communication in Health Care Settings

3.00 Credits

Temple University

Communication processes, issues and problems in health care settings, particularly in the context of changes in health care organizations. Topics include communication between health care consumers and providers, in interdisciplinary health care teams, in self-help and support groups, and across ethnic groups.

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PUBHLTH 2212: Advanced Human Sexuality

3.00 Credits

Temple University

An advanced examination of human sexuality as it relates to both sexuality and personal lifestyle. Psychological, socio-cultural, political and biological issues surrounding sex and sexuality are examined in-depth. Prerequisite: PUBHLTH 1106 (0106)

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