Social & Behavioral Determinants of Health
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Overview
Subject area
PH
Catalog Number
215
Course Title
Social & Behavioral Determinants of Health
Department(s)
Description
This course introduces students to the various biological, psychological, socio-cultural, economic, environmental, institutional, organizational and political factors influencing health behavior and relevant disparities in health outcomes. Students are exposed to core theories and models used in the analysis of health behavior and outcomes from a systems perspective. Emphasis is placed on applying theories/ models at various levels of influence to current health problems, as a basis for intervention design.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
PREREQUISITE: PH 201