NUR 326 - Health Promotion and Social Justice (3 cr.)

Students explore self-perspectives on health and risk behaviors, gaining an understanding of determinants of health and structural disparities. The experience of diverse individuals and family access to health is examined within a framework of social justice. Students engage in ethical decision making as they explore how the dimensions of environment, upstream thinking and health policy relate to health promotion. The underlying dynamics of health, such as self-efficacy and resilience are studied. Students explore the impact of cultural, social and ethnic diversity on health promotion. Evidence-based strategies to achieve the Healthy People 2030 goals are integrated.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): NUR 313 or or enrollment in RN-BS program.
Felony Questionnaire Required
Semester(s) Offered: Spring