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410.884.01
MHS Seminar in Social Factors in Health IV

Location:
East Baltimore
Term:
4th term
Department:
Health Behavior and Society
Credits:
1 credits
Academic Year:
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method:
In-person
Class Times:
  • Wednesday,  12:00 - 1:20pm
Auditors Allowed:
No
Undergrads Allowed:
No
Grading Restriction:
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor:
Contact:
Jill Owczarzak
Resources:
Prerequisite:

MHS in Social Factors in Health Seminars I-III

Description:

Advances students' understanding of the relationship between social factors and health outcomes and experiences. Exposes students to research pertinent to social factors in health. Provides MHS students with opportunities to explore applications of public health research skills in a variety of research and practice settings.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

  1. Discuss the design and implementation of research to examine social factors in health
  2. Identify agencies and programs where social and behavioral research is conducted and applied for the promotion of public health
  3. Critically examine and discussion the strengths and limitations of social scientific and behavioral research in public health
Methods of Assessment:

This course is evaluated as follows:

  • 99% Participation

Instructor Consent:

No consent required