PPH 7210 - Maternal and Child Health

Credit Hour(s): 3

Course Description: Concentrating on women of childbearing age, pregnant women, infants, and children from birth through 21 years, this course provides an introduction to the health needs of women and children and to the delivery of services/interventions designed to meet these needs. Critical areas in maternal, infant and child health are examined from several perspectives. Students learn the biological, social, political, and economic context within which maternal and child health problems arise.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate level PPH 6200 Minimum Grade of C

Enrollment Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following programs: Public Health - MPH.

Course Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture

Grade Mode: Standard