HSC 499 - Capstone in Health Sciences

Units: 3
Capstone course where students apply knowledge and skills gained in their courses by exploring select issues in health, researching and analyzing existing policies to make a recommendation.

Prerequisites: HSC 400.
Equivalent Quarter Course: HSC 4500 and HSC 4700.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, or Hybrid.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Spring ONLY

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Apply knowledge and skills gained from their courses by analyzing a current issue in health to demonstrate competency in health sciences
Develop self-directed learning skills, interpersonal skills and group skills critical for a health professional in an interdisciplinary setting.
Design a presentation discussing health issues affecting diverse populations and propose solutions that are culturally appropriate and sensitive.