Sociology 342
I. Course Title: Racial Disparities in Healthcare
II. Course Number: SOCY 342
III. Credit Hours: 3 credits
IV. Prerequisites: SOCY 110 or SOCY 121
V. Course Description:
This course will provide students with a fundamental understanding of the dynamics of racial and ethnic relations in American daily life. Students will get an in-depth look at the history, theory, and methods that inform social science research on pressing social issues that affect health status such as diversity and inequality.
Note(s): Cultural or Behavioral Analysis designated course.
VI. Detailed Description of Content of the Course:
- The Meaning of Health Disparities
- The Extent of the Health Status Gap
- What is Diversity?
- Diversity in the Provision of Health Care
- Issues in Urban Communities
- Issues in Rural Communities
- Cultural Competence
- Women and Health Disparities
- Impact of Disparities on Children
- Closing the Gap
VI. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:
The course is conducted using online lectures, assigned readings including required textbook, and extensive use of online resources.
Other Course Information: None
Review and Approval
March 01, 2021