HIMT 1308 Introduction to Health-Related Professions

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course is designed to explore different careers in healthcare which require skilled healthcare
professionals and practitioners. Discussion will include places of employment, educational requirements, licensures, occupational descriptions and career opportunities.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify the four broad types of health services and different types of healthcare facilities in the United States
Explain the role of government in healthcare, government payment systems, and private insurance payers
Compare and contrast the following factors among the professions: education requirements, employment trends, opportunities for advancement, salary potential, and career ladders
Describe the differences in licensing, certification, and registration for careers of interest

Prerequisite(s): READ 0810 and ENGL 0810