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Apr 23, 2024
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CHS 470 - Introduction to Public Health and Aging (3 units) CO13 Introduction to topics and issues at the crossroads of public health and aging, including demography, epidemiology, stereotypes, and health promotion and wellness.
Prerequisite(s): General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing; CHS 101 . Recommended preparation: CHS 337 OR GERO 431 OR GERO 440 .
Grading Basis: Graded Units of Lecture: 3 Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. describe the roles of public health in an aging society. 2. identify social, behavioral, and environmental factors for maximizing functioning in later life. 3. evaluate evidence regarding resource allocation and financing of health services for older adults. 4. discuss the potential for public health to positively impact the future of our aging population. 5. demonstrate their skills for clearly, cogently, and succinctly expressing ideas in writing and orally.
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