SOCY 213

I. Course Title: Social Issues in Health Care Delivery

II. Course Number: SOCY 213

III. Credit Hours: 3 credits

IV. Prerequisites: None

V. Course Description:

Students explore the vital social issues affecting healthcare delivery in the United States. Course content includes health related demographics, ethnic and cultural diversity, applied communication methods and skills, and an orientation to community healthcare. An experiential learning module places students in a volunteer role for 20 hours with a community agency serving healthcare needs. Agencies serving geriatric clients or underserved populations take priority.

Note(s): Cultural or Behavioral Analysis designated course.

VI. Detailed Description of Content of the Course:

Topical Outline of the Course

Introduction
Social Factors and Illness
The Meaning and Experience of Illness
Health Care Systems, Settings, and Technologies
Health Care Providers and Bioethics

VI. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:

This course is designed to be conducted as either face-to-face or online and is composed of lectures, assigned readings [including required textbook], extensive use of online resources and a community volunteer activity [20 hours].

Review and Approval

March 01, 2021