Professional Practices III

Catalog description

Introduces many of the principles and practices of health policy along with in-depth analysis of various medical ethical scenarios. Considers the impact of socioeconomic issues affecting health care and an overview of selected aspects of the various health care systems to include HMO, PPO, Medicare and Medicaid. Other issues such as professional and legal ethics are discussed. This course presents overviews of PA professional organizations, PA program accreditation, as well as certification of PAs. The interrelated issues of licensure, credentialing and professional liability are also explored at an introductory level. Students who perform well in the course also tend to apply themselves very diligently to understanding key concepts and not just rote memorization of course materials. Lecture Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 15 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: N- Normal (A, B, C, D, F) College Restrictions: 01 College of Allied Health Sciences Major Restrictions: PHAS- Physician Assistant Student Class Restrictions: Professional Course Level Restrictions: PR Professional Department Restrictions: Allied Health: Dept. of Physician Assistant Degree Restrictions: MPA- Master of Physician Assistant Program Restrictions: Master of Physician Assistant Campus Restrictions: M- Main Campus Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture Click here for the Schedule of Classes.