HSV 4780 - U.S. Policy in Health and Human Services

This course will allow the student to critically read, analyze, and understand current U.S. policy in health and human services and to understand how these policies affect specific people in the community. Students will write advocacy letters, explanations (at the appropriate level of understanding) and recommendations for potential revisions of current health policies.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BCM 1420 or ENGL 1050 or IME 1020; with a grade of “C” or better.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to: majors in Health Informatics and Information Management, Interdisciplinary Health Services, Social Work; associated pre-programs; and minors in Health Information and Information Management.

Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing.