HLTH 200 — Foundations of Community and Public
Health 3 cr. This course provides an overview of the practice and function of public health systems in the United States and globally. The role and relevance of public health professionals in today’s world wi ll be examined. An overview of the history, purpose, organization, policy formation, and availability of health services in communities will be identified. The core functions and determinants of health will be categorized accordingly. The course addresse s current health issues and identifies the relevance of public health locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally. Throughout the course all concepts will be evaluated through the lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Prerequisite(s): ENGL-100 or ENGL-101 Corequitie(s): none