$124 per credit
in-county, fees apply
Provides a broad overview of the structure of the U. S. Healthcare System. Students examine the components and roles of the system and gain a better understanding of how it functions and how the components are related. Major issues facing the system are explored including political, economic, and social factors. Patient care, careers in healthcare settings, healthcare policy, and comparisons to global healthcare systems are investigated. Course offered once a year (spring).