Sociology 342

I. Course Title: Racial Disparities in Healthcare

II. Course Number: SOCY 342

III. Credit Hours: 3 credits

IV. Prerequisites: SOCY 110 or SOCY 121

V. Course Description: 

This course will provide students with a fundamental understanding of the dynamics of racial and ethnic relations in American daily life. Students will get an in-depth look at the history, theory, and methods that inform social science research on pressing social issues that affect health status such as diversity and inequality.

Note(s): Cultural or Behavioral Analysis designated course.

VI. Detailed Description of Content of the Course:

1. The Meaning of Health Disparities
2. The Extent of the Health Status Gap
3. What is Diversity?
4. Diversity in the Provision of Health Care
5. Issues in Urban Communities
6. Issues in Rural Communities
7. Cultural Competence 
8. Women and Health Disparities
9. Impact of Disparities on Children
10. Closing the Gap

VI. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:

The course is conducted using online lectures, assigned readings including required textbook, and extensive use of online resources.

Other Course Information: None

Review and Approval

March 01, 2021