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Spring 2026
Mar 02,2026 |
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| NRS 440 - Community Health 1: Foundations of Community Health and Social Determinants of Health |
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This course provides a comprehensive overview of community health with a focus on social determinants of health (SDOH) using the World Health Organization (WHO) SDOH conceptual framework. Students will examine how social, economic, and environmental factors influence health outcomes and contribute to health disparities. By focusing on SDOH, students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to advocate for health equity and develop effective interventions to improve the health and well-being of diverse populations. Assessments in the form of case studies, pre and post tests, and forum discussions will support student learning as they engage deeply with the material and explore real-world applications of course concepts.
4.000 Credit hours 40.000 TO 48.000 Lecture hours Syllabus Available Levels: Credit Schedule Types: Lecture Health Professions Division Health Professions Department Course Attributes: Tuition, Career and Technical Education Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Credit May not be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: College Now Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Nursing Prerequisites: Bachelor Applied Science level NRS 400 Minimum Grade of C- and (Credit level STAT 243Z Minimum Grade of P or Credit level MTH 243 Minimum Grade of P) and (Credit level WR 123 Minimum Grade of P or Credit level WR 227Z Minimum Grade of P or Credit level WR 227 Minimum Grade of P) |
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