CDFS 485 - Applied Maternal and Child Health Research, Leadership, and Practice

Description:
Capstone course of the maternal and child health certificate that involves an applied research, leadership, or practice project aimed at addressing health disparities among rural, low-resource, minority, or other underserved populations. CDFS 485 and PUBH 485 are cross-listed; students may not receive credit for both.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: CDFS 285 or PUBH 285 with grade of C or higher.

Credits: (2)

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

Design an applied project using theory and empirical literature to address a known health disparity.
Articulate a strong rationale, design, and evaluation plan for maternal and child health prevention and intervention programs and/or policies.
Integrate interdisciplinary perspectives to explain the antecedents and consequences of an issue in maternal and child health.
Apply ethical decision-making and leadership values to team-based, interprofessional MCH efforts, to include individuals and families representative of the populations those efforts are intended to serve.
Summarize the contributions of different professions and team members to cooperative and collaborative MCH efforts.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/20/22

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
This course does not have an established scheduling pattern.