IPE 375 - Introduction to Interprofessional Health Care

Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an introduction to interprofessional health care education and collaborative practice for students in health professions programs. Topics include the history of interprofessional health care education in the U.S. and internationally, philosophical and theoretical foundations, and competencies required for effective collaboration to improve health care outcomes. Students explore the roles of various health professions in collaborative patient/client, family, and community health care. Public Affairs Capstone Experience course.

Prerequisite: 30 hours.
Lecture contact hours: 3

Typically offered: Fall, Spring