EXS 225 - Introduction to Public Health

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

English Prerequisites: None

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: This course provides a broad overview of the basic principles and practices of the public health field. Students explore the structure, function, and history of public health in the context of the health care delivery system. Individual and population level health problems are discussed, including topics such as infectious and chronic diseases. Determinants of health are studied including environmental, social, behavioral, and biological factors. Tools and methods of disease control and health promotion are also included.

Department Consent: No Department Consent Required

Dual Enrollment Allowed: Yes

General Education Distribution Category Met: None