HLTH 150 - Introduction to Public Health

Number of Credits: 3
Explore core functions of public and community health by examining current problems, social issues, and environmental factors contributing to morbidity and mortality. Participate in practical learning experiences that apply public and community health approaches. Evaluate intervention strategies for health improvements and develop an action plan for a specific population. (Fall & Spring Only) Three hours lecture each week. Three credits. Three billable hours.

Pre-requisite(s): Eligibility for ENGL 101
Course Topics:
Public health and health care systems

Public health organizations - local, state, and national

Basic epidemiology

Health promotion and disease prevention

School health and workplace health

Specific and disparate populations

Mental and environmental health

Injuries and public health

Action plan development
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Explain the basics of epidemiology. (PG 1)
2. Describe behavioral and social interventions for health improvement. (PG 4)
3. Identify health care and public health systems and their influence on morbidity and mortality.
4. Examine perceptions about the environment, communicable diseases, and the burden of chronic diseases on communities and individuals. (PG 2)
5. Apply public health approaches to various health conditions and issues. (PG 1, PG 4)
6. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of interventions that impact behavior and health. (PG 3)
7. Present an action plan that assesses an intervention to address a community health problem. (PG 1)