Sexual Health Disparities

2 Credits.

This course introduces students to sexual health disparities in the United States. Topics include social, epidemiologic, and behavioral determinants of HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), along with disparities related to various forms of violence and trauma. This course explores disparities in healthcare access and utilization among racial/ethnic and sexual minority populations, low-income persons, and immigrants. Through the exploration of health theories, research, and clinical outcomes, students will apply course concepts to nursing practice and science.