POLI 452 - Politics of Health

(3.00)

This course examines how health policies reflect the political system in which they are enacted and implemented. It introduces concepts, theories and literature concerning the development of the U.S. healthcare system and the contemporary agendas and actions of the federal and state governments. It applies political dimensions to policy issues such as access to insurance and health services, cost containment, disease and injury prevention, and initiatives for health care reform. Recommended Preparation Junior standing and POLI 100 or permission of instructor.

Course ID: 56342
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: POLI 442