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PH 195: Foundations of Public Health

Health, Exercise Sci & Recreation Mgmt

Designed to prepare prospective directors, managers, and administrators for leadership in community and public health settings. This course will examine the role of health promotion, including current trends and issues. Technical and conceptual skills of leadership will be discussed and applied toward health promotion programs in industry, hospital, community, and health agencies. Historical and philosophical foundations of health focusing on the principles of the discipline and preparation for service as a professional. Professional ethical issues will be discussed.

3 Credits

Instruction Type(s)

  • Lecture: Lecture for PH 195
  • Lecture: Web-based Lecture for PH 195

Subject Areas

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