Social and Structural Influences on Health

3 credits · School of Nursing

This course is the first in a series on health equity. Learners will explore interdisciplinary frameworks and theories that influence the health of the individual, community, and population. Systems science, quality improvement, social determinants of health, and health equity are explored through the nursing lens to foster learner understanding of health status, resource availability, and barriers to access. Students will examine the role of health care systems, policy, clinical informatics, and interprofessional practice for the promotion of equitable health and systems outcomes. [3]