Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2019 - 2020 
    
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Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2019 - 2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

HC 341 - Population Health and Cultural Intelligence

Credits 3
In this course, students are introduced to social and behavioral health determinants both nationally and internationally. Population health and community needs (homeless, underserved, indigent, culturally diverse population, etc.) are discussed. This course also addresses students' competencies with global diversity related to health care delivery, including culturally based beliefs and practices. The tool of Cultural Intelligence is used to define a baseline and path for growth in the areas of learning about and growing one's ability to understand and adapt cross-culturally. Students develop and implement personalized plans for increasing their cultural awareness and competence to function effectively in diverse health care settings across social constructs.
Degree completion only. May not be audited. Repeatable for credit.