PUBH 550 - Advanced Health Policy and Systems

Description:
Analysis of the building blocks of U.S. and international health systems including leadership/governance, healthcare financing, workforce, service delivery, drugs/devices and technology, and health information/research. Survey of major health policies/programs at federal/state level impacting population health.

Credits:
(3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify and compare the structure of health systems and their major components using the WHO Health Systems Framework
Summarize major health policy decisions in U.S. history and conduct in-depth analysis of their impact on current population health
Conduct in-depth policy analyses related to public health policy decisions and interventions among diverse populations
Assemble data sources to inform public health policy decisions
Assess evidence-informed policy recommendations using existing frameworks to support population health improvement
Utilize an advocacy framework to make policy recommendations that advance population health
Articulate the social, economic, cultural and ethical implications for an existing or proposed health-related policy

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/20/2020

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Winter Locations Ellensburg