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HPR 101 Introduction to the Health Professions

Credits: (3)
This course offers an introduction to careers in the health professions. Students will participate in classroom presentations and career exploration. Recent trends in the organization of health care systems, reimbursement and patient/client demographics will also be addressed.

Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Learning Outcomes
  1. Identify the challenges to providing health care in the 21st century.
  2. Describe the functions and financing of private and public health care institutions, including methods of healthcare payment or reimbursement.
  3. Describe the responsibilities and work environment for careers of interest.
  4. Identify the essential skills and educational requirements for careers of interest.
  5. Describe the differences in licensing, certification or registration for careers of interest.