Leadership in Healthcare ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of the conceptual and theoretical aspects of leadership within the context of the healthcare delivery system. Students in the course will examine different models of leadership and develop an understanding of the key differences between leadership and management. Selected leadership theories will be analyzed with an emphasis on implications for culture, quality, patient safety, and human resource management in a variety of healthcare settings. This course aligns with the Community and Human Services area of study guidelines for Knowledge of Service Delivery and Skills & Application. Prior to taking this course, students should have completed prior coursework on or have prior knowledge of the United States Health Care System. Prerequisites: This course was previously CHS-254134 Leadership in Health Care.