Health Policy & Ethical Issues in Public Health

Catalog description

This graduate-level course focuses on health policy, law and ethics in public health. It is intended to provide professionals with the principles, knowledge and application necessary to deal with pressing legal and ethical issues relating to the field of public health. This course will provide an overview of regulatory action and the legislative and judicial processes, enabling learners to become familiar with changes impacting public health practice and diverse populations. Within a code of ethics, issues affecting public health practice and the profession will be explored.