26 courses with the subject HSC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Health Profession Lec 2./Credit 2. Emphasis is on teaching-learning principles, evaluation of learning needs related to health, planning of learning activities, development of teaching materials, and evaluation of learning outcomes. Open to all majors.
Principles of nutrition in health and wellness; practical application of these principles and consideration of individual differences in health promotion, disease prevention and healthy lifestyles. Prerequisite: None. Open to all majors
Introduces and describes healthcare delivery and resources in the United States. Content focuses on organization management, planning, evaluation, quality, and the impact of health policy. Examines services provided after hospitalization and the impact these services have on the continuum of care in managing risk in a healthcare reform environment. Prerequisite: None. Open to all majors
Community Assessment Lec 2./Credit 2. Study of primary health care concepts as they relate to the biological, psycho- logical, and sociocultural assessment of individuals, families, groups and communities in a multicultural society. Emphasis is placed on techniques of data collection through client and community needs assessments, resources, and capacity for health education/promotion.
for Health Professions Lec 2./Credit 2. A comprehensive learning experience which is self-paced and designed to assist students in healthcare professions, achieve mastery level in the use of medical terminology. Students will use the scavenger hunt approach to find answers to questions in the workbook as well as gain experiences in computerized instruction and testing. Prerequisite: One semester of Anatomy or Physiology. Open to all majors.
This course will explore the various legal issues that affect the health-care provider today. Emphasis on ethical dilemmas, confidential record manage- ment, living wills, power-of-attorney, organ donation and how to avoid litiga- tion in the workplace will be discussed. Actual malpractice health-care cases and experts in the legal profession will be utilized.
for Health Professionals Lec 3./Credit 3. This course examines the role that culture plays in health-care practices, beliefs, and needs. The course is designed for health care professionals who wish to nourish awareness of, and sensitivity for, the cultural needs of clients and their families. Emphasis will be on cultural diversity in society and teach awareness related to worldviews and beliefs about diversity issues. Explores the crucial role that culture plays in the healthcare of a client and the need to deliver services in a culturally competent manner. Elective. Open to all majors
Course focuses on the use and interpretation of health and healthcare related research. Students review approaches to health research methods, and develop research proposals for its impact on health. Prerequisite: PSY 346 or MAT 205 Hampton University 2026-2028
This course explores health promotion for the individual and community. Students will explore community health concepts of epidemiology, levels of prevention, and risk assessment for health promoting activities. Students will analyze their own personal health promotion needs and the needs of a selected community. Utilize Healthy People goals to develop health promo- tion activities for community health problems based on a needs assessment. Students will develop, track and analyze an individual health promotion plan for themselves and recognize health education as an important foundation for population-based health care.
Lab. 12hr. /Credit 4. Practicum experiences may be completed in selected health care work environments: public health departments, clinics, hospitals, not-for-profit organizations, community or commercial settings both domestically and abroad. Student deliverables for this course include: written learning agreement, weekly activity log, presenta- tion. The student will participate in Health Science Practicum Day, an opportunity to delve into, reflect on, and present the student’s practicum experience.
This course prepares the student to conduct proper medical coding and billing for accurate reimbursement of medical services rendered within medical settings.
Introduction to the field of public/community health. A comprehensive intro- duction to epidemiology, and tools to improve the decision making process of health services management. Provides a population-based approach that emphasizes the socio-cultural factors associated with the distribution and etiology of health, disease, and chronic care management of populations and communities. For majors only.
This course examines services provided after hospitalization by skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, home health care and long term care hospitals. This course focuses on the coordi- nation of post-acute care, creating an understanding of how this care fits into the continuum of care in managing risk in a healthcare reform environment.
Health Professions Lec 3./Credit 3. Specifically designed to enhance skills in critical thinking and appraisal of information needed in the communication of scientific data. Emphasis will be on the transdisciplinary use of technologies and informatics in healthcare environments. Elective Open to all majors.
Emphasis is on teaching-learning principles, evaluation of learning needs related to health, planning of learning activities, development of teaching materials, and evaluation of learning outcomes. Elective Open to all majors.
to Healthcare Ethics Lec. 3./Credit 3. This multidisciplinary course examines the shared ethical decisions for practices of healthcare professionals. Code of ethics will be examined and discussed in relation to ethical theory and the legal and ethical requirements for professional practice. Explores and analyzes contemporary health care ethical dilemmas. Elective. Open to all majors
and Finance Lec. 3./Credit 3. This course explores the economic influences and underpinnings of the healthcare delivery system. An exploration of the importance of economics in health care decisions, related to both demand and supply-side factors, and how public policy influences the economy of healthcare. An examination of the current system of financing health care and influencing factors. This course explores and analyzes budgetary concepts, financial management, cost accounting and guides students through the basic financial principles used by managers in health care organizations. Prerequisites: ACC 203 or MBA 201
This course explores the physiology of the mind, and the difference between normal and abnormal behavior. Students will develop an awareness of factors that affect mental health through exploration of traditional and emerging treatment modalities and health promotion strategies. Apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations and implications for actions. Explore health care resources for individuals with mental health issues. Course Descriptions – Main Campus 315
This course focuses on introducing the upper level nursing student to disaster preparedness and response as a member of the healthcare commu- nity. Emphasis will be placed on the team approach to participating in many aspects of a coordinated disaster plan and response. Elective. Open to all majors.
Study of the normal physiological changes of aging. Explores major health problems of the older adult. Students will explore strategies that promote health and independence of non-institutionalized older adults.
This course presents methods to identify, develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs. The course incorporates knowledge and skills of research, epidemiology, proposal writing, budget planning, project management, and program evaluation. Prerequisites: HSC 300 Health Research Methods, HSC 318. For Majors only.
Examines how healthcare policy is developed at the state and federal levels. Considers the influence of constituencies and politics which influence policy formation. Exploration of the systematic and analytical framework for devel- oping health and healthcare policy. Compares existing policy and policy formation in other countries to the US.
Proposal Course Lec. 3./Credit 3. This course will prepare the student to complete a major research paper topic that is relevant to the health professions, and approved by the Department Chairperson.
Project Course Lec. 2./Credit 2. This course will prepare the student for development of the research paper for a professional poster presentation which captures the information reported in the student’s Health Science Capstone Proposal Course. Prerequisite: 411 Health Science Capstone Proposal Course.
This course will provide an overview of Healthcare Administration, its various pieces and parts, and their integration into the healthcare system. It is also an introduction to basic concepts which will allow for the development of critical skills used in a variety of managerial areas pertinent to the delivery of healthcare.
Internship experiences may be completed in various health care work environments: public health departments, clinics, hospitals, provider offices, non-profit organizations, community or commercial settings both domesti- cally and abroad.
Source: Hampton University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
