*Course schedules are subject to change due to last minute updates
SPH Course Descriptions
Descriptions of all School of Public Health courses can also be found in the course catalog of the most recent edition of the PSU Bulletin.
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PUBH 511-3: Foundation of Public Health
Course Information
This course introduces students to the history and mission of public health. Using a multilevel framework, the course will cover the ways in which a range of structural and social determinants and behavioral, biological, and genetic factors affect population health for health equity. Students will think critically about the foundational principles of public health, theoretical concepts, and values and ethics to develop their own intersectional social justice and antiracist orientation to apply in the field.
Course Code
PUBH 511-3
Credit
3
Interprofessional Education Course Schedule
Interprofessional education occurs when students from two or more professions learn about, from, and with each other to enhance collaboration and improve health outcomes. At least 1 credit of Interprofessional Education is required by all MPH degree programs.
Most courses with OHSU subject code IPE (Inter-Professional Education) or UNI (University Curriculum) satisfy the Interprofessional Education requirement. Other courses may also serve; consult your advisor.
For a list of IPE and UNI courses, descriptions, and their intended schedule download the spreadsheet. This list is subject to change, contact the course instructor if you would like to enroll.
Interprofessional Education