HTH 101 - Opportunities in the Health Professions

Credit(s): 2

This course is intended to offer students an opportunity to explore the world of health care. Through research, discussion groups, and observations, students will explore various career paths in health care. Students will identify the educational requirements for various health care careers. Some of the topics to be discussed are characteristics of health care personnel, certifications and licensing, health care systems, health care philosophy, law and ethics pertaining to health care, client advocacy, current issues and trends in health care and economic issues in health care. (Fall and Spring Semesters)