Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology. 3 Credit Hours

Catalog description

This course explores maternal and child health (MCH) issues through an epidemiological lens. It will primarily cover topics from pregnancy to adolescence, highlighting concerns across these developmental periods. Students will examine key epidemiological and methodological aspects, including the strengths and limitations of common data sources and measurement challenges in MCH epidemiology. In addition to gaining a deeper understanding of the epidemiological issues surrounding maternal and child health, students will develop skills to evaluate the MCH literature and interpret relevant epidemiological data critically. Students are expected to have completed the prerequisites or have permission of instructor to register. Prerequisites: PHEA 6002 and PHEA 6003 Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.