Integrated Health and Wellness Specialized Policy

Catalog description

This course addresses policy and service delivery issues at the specialized practice level with individuals, families, and groups across a range of service settings and delivery systems. The course builds upon content in the generalist curriculum and focuses on the continued development of policy analysis and advocacy skills. A wide range of policies at the federal, state, and local levels provide the backdrop for students to delve more deeply into policies associated with particular problems and/or groups, tailored to each student's path of study and practicum. Through readings, lectures, discussion, and written assignments, the course will aid students in developing professional level application of knowledge and skills to strengthen current policies and to advocate for new policies to address gaps. Special emphasis will be placed on helping students develop and advocate for policies that support human rights and anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice.