HSC 2800 Introduction to Epidemiology

This course provides knowledge and skills to apply a population focused approach to addressing health-related problems in the US. This course will cover basic epidemiological concepts, statistics, and tools used in descriptive and analytic epidemiology. Students will gain practice in reading and interpreting epidemiologic studies used as a basis for improving health. Tools for improving public health will also be covered, including screening programs, Healthy People initiatives, and disease surveillance systems.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: HSC 1490 or Instructor Consent

Offered

Fall, Spring