INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Catalog description

Overview of the healthcare industry, healthcare delivery models, and an opportunity to explore various career paths in the health professions. Students will learn about healthcare roles, educational preparation, scope of practice, licensure/certification, projected job growth, practice settings, required skills, and personal/professional qualities conducive to success in various health professions. The concepts of interprofessional healthcare and holistic, patient-centered care will also be introduced. Required prior to declaration of the BSN major; open to all students considering a career in the health professions.