SOCY 213 - Social Issues in Health Care Delivery

Credits: (3)

Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Students explore the vital social issues affecting healthcare delivery in the United States. Course content includes health related demographics, ethnic and cultural diversity, applied communication methods and skills, and an orientation to community healthcare. An experiential learning module places students in a volunteer role for 20 hours with a community agency serving healthcare needs. Agencies serving geriatric clients or underserved populations take priority.