SOC 450 Sociology of Health Care and Health Professions

This course introduces the sociological perspective on medicine, health, disease, health policy, and the health professions. The first part of the course focuses on many of the vital cultural, ethical, political, and economic issues affecting health and medical care today. The second part highlights professional socialization, patient-physician interactions, and the subjective experience of illness and disability. This course is particularly well-suited for health care students and professionals.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ENG 102

Offered

As Needed

Notes

3 HOURS (3-0-0); GSBS