NSGCB/486C
Public Health: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Course level: Upper Division
Christine O.
BSA
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Format
Online
Course length
16 weeks
Total credits
3 credits
Note
Take this course as part of a degree or certificate program.
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Format details
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 explores public and global health issues relevant to professional nursing practice. Topics include social responsibility and determinants of health, epidemiology, disease prevention and health promotion for at-risk populations, and national and global health organizations. A key focus is the application of evidence-based public health principles. This course is designed for residents of the state of California. This course requires a minimum of 45 Direct Care Hours.