HLTH 425
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Working with Vulnerable and Diverse Populations
Course Description
Developing skills and building competency in working effectively with vulnerable and diverse populations in domestic settings. Emphasis on cultural competency and cross-cultural communication skills, and their application in the variety of settings where health care and public health professionals work.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Recommended
MSB 288, ACC 588, MBA 588, IS 588, or MSB 588; A suggested pre-requisite exists for MSB students (MSB 288/MSB588) and does not apply to PH students
Title
Personal Culture
Learning Outcome
Reflect on how one's own heritage, beliefs, and values affect culturally congruent public health and healthcare practices.
Title
Health Disparities
Learning Outcome
Identify historical events and societal perceptions underlying health disparities for diverse populations.
Title
Health Issues
Learning Outcome
Describe the major health issues, barriers, and facilitators affecting marginalized populations and explain how gospel-centered principles can inform compassionate public health responses.
Title
Systemic Influences
Learning Outcome
Analyze how culture, built environment, institutional practices, and policy impact equitable health services for vulnerable populations.
Title
Christlike Attributes
Learning Outcome
Develop Christlike attributes and effective communication skills for serving diverse individuals and groups.
