HST 105 - Global Health in Ireland

This global service-learning course provides the student an experiential learning opportunity that compares health care delivery systems in Ireland with other countries. The course includes study and participation in selected clinical practice applications in professional health settings in Ireland that will provide comparisons within global health. Students will also have numerous excursions that immerse them in the history, culture, traditions and social issues of Ireland.

Credits: 4
Hours
1 Class Hour, 6 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Demonstrate critical reflection about how one's own attitudes and beliefs differ from those of other cultures and communities to achieve a higher level of cultural competency.
Identify legal and ethical principles when planning health promotion for global health communities.
Demonstrate civic engagement by integrating knowledge from their program of study and apply it to produce a program or service for the Irish community.
Demonstrate teaching/learning strategies that promote health for clients, families, and communities in global health settings.

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