MPH 500 Public Health Systems

This course introduces students to the field of public health and provides an overview of its basic tenets. The course provides a brief history of the evolution of the U.S. health care system and discusses current issues and trends, especially related to the prevention of disease and promotion of health and wellness. The role of government in public health is explored as well as challenges in current public health practices. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours