Grief, loss, and end of life issues. Includes instruction in preparing caregivers to function in settings where communication skills are used to give psychosocial support to persons and their families at the end of life.

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0

This 3 credit hour course is an intermediate level course for students preparing for a career in healthcare and healthcare professionals involved in the administration of medications or the care of clients receiving medications. Areas of study include drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, methods of administration, client education, and calculation of dosages.

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0

Study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the lifespan. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries.

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0

A study of medical terminology, word origin, structure, and application with an emphasis on building a professional vocabulary required for employment within the allied health care field.

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0

Principles, procedures, and regulations governing the legal and ethical relationships among physicians, patients, and health care professionals. Includes current ethical issues related to the various healthcare professions and patient confidentiality.

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0