BHE 200 Essentials of Public Health
This course is designed to introduce the student to the multidisciplinary study of public health. Students will explore the concepts of biostatistics, environmental health, epidemiology, and social and behavioral health. Students become familiar with the core functions of public health, the ten essential services of public health, and common sources of data that are used in public health practice. An overview of methods of controlling and preventing infectious and chronic disease as well as social factors influencing health outcomes is provided. The role of government and health professionals in promoting the health of the population is explored.