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SS/R: Social Determinants of Health, Health inequalities and Healthy Aging

Location
Barcelona, Spain
Term
2nd Term
Department
Health Policy and Management
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2013 - 2014
Instruction Method
TBD
Start Date
Thursday, November 14, 2013
End Date
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Class Time(s)
Th, F, Sa, 8:30am - 6:00pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
One Year Only
Next Offered
Only offered in 2013
Description
Examines the social determinants that can influence the health of older populations. Explores current and potential interventions that promote good health in older adults and develops practical and effective tools for assessing and evaluating programs and policies. Focuses on social determinants over the life course and the role of local and national governments investing in Age-Friendly Cities and reducing disability and dependency in later life. Does not address the role of health care programs and organization of care for elderly populations.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Identify the major social determinants that influence the health of older populations
  2. Describe major interventions that promote good health in older adults
  3. Summarize and disseminate information to key decision-makers across multiple sectors and communities
Enrollment Restriction
undergraduate students are not permitted in this section