The Science and Practice of Community and Public Health

This course will prepare the student in nursing science in the community from the individual, family and the population perspective. Focus will be on the assessment and evidence-based care of individuals, families, communities, and populations with an emphasis on social determinants and their impact on health equity and social justice. This course will cover the spectrum of community nursing including specialty practices such as community mental health, school health, home care, and palliative care.