WFS-1790 - Wellness for a Diverse Society* (C) (3)

Co-requisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A IRW-0900B IRW-0900C

This course provides for a guided experiential education process focusing on reflective analyses of individual behaviors in relation to the society in which one lives. Through participation in service-learning projects, critical reading, reflective writings and in class discussion, students will have the opportunity to assess their role in contributing to the development of a well society. The program of study addresses wellness of diverse populations including age, gender, race, culture, etc. This course satisfies the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.

List Course Outcomes (consistent for all sections)

CO1 - Explain the concept of culture as one framework for human behavior, including health behavior.

CO2 - Describe the various traditions and customs of people from different cultures and non-traditional healthcare options.

CO3 - Analyze how specific health problems and health interventions are impacted by cultural factors.

CO4 - Describe dimensions of culture in a sampling of current public health challenges

CO5 - Design and apply concepts of cultural diversity to health promotion by implementing a health promotion intervention project.