Community Health 2

Course Description

Community Health 2 is designed to build on the introductory knowledge obtained in Community Health 1 and prepare students for an entry-level position and post-secondary education in the Public and Community Health Pathway. This course provides students practical skills and knowledge for building individual and community capacity through problem-solving of issues related to the promotion of health, access to health care services, and adoption of healthy behaviors. Students will learn the impact of culture on quality health care service delivery and understand the influence of social factors on life expectancy as well as common health conditions. In addition, students will complete documentation and formulate plans to improve the health of individuals such as the elderly, maternal/child/teen population, and mentally ill clients within the community. Activities in this course include extensive hands-on practical experience in a classroom setting as well as work-based learning that connects students to industry and the local
community.