Course Description

HS 353 DIVERSITY & DISPARITIES IN HEALTH CARE   3.0 Credit(s)
The rapidly changing demographics of the country and the world call for increased attention to disparities relative to health status, including issues around diversity, socioeconomic status, geography, and access. The effects that facility utilization and uncompensated care have on access will be discussed. This course will provide a framework for exploring diversity and disparities with emphasis on culturally competent care and mediation of differences in health outcomes among diverse populations with regards to accessing quality healthcare.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years