Course Number:Â 657
Offered: Every year
Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
Recommended: Proficient in Health Science Occupations
One Quarter - .5 Credit
Credit Group: Elective
Examine the human element of patient care within the healthcare field. Gain a crucial understanding of how diverse cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds impact health beliefs and practices. Develop cultural competence and master the sensitivity and communication skills necessary to thrive. This course prepares students to identify and address the unique needs of vulnerable populations as successful, empathetic members of a modern healthcare team.