HCS/245T
Introduction to Health and Disease

Course level: Undergraduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format
Online
Course length
5 weeks
Cost per credit
$426
Total credits
3 credits
Resource fees
$180
Estimated course cost
$1,458
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Online classes, always on, 24/7/365

Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.

This course introduces students to the basic principles of illness and disease as well as the impact of disease trends on the delivery of services. The clinical manifestations of diseases commonly seen in the health care environment will be reviewed. The impact of health promotion and wellness program perspectives will be presented.

Required materials

The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.

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Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Advocacy

Analyze the relationship between disease and community, health resources, and cultural beliefs

Disease Management

Describe major diseases, disorders, and treatments within various body systems

Analyze the impact of disease and disease trends on health care delivery

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