Spring 2023

Guided learning of the research process by the design and implementation of an approved project.

Examination of common theoretical and conceptual models, health education methodologies and emerging technology to provide health services in community settings.

Social and behavioral factors of diverse groups that can affect the health status and choices of communities.

Introduction to the concepts and processes used in evidence-based community oral health program development.

Introduction to research processes; emphasizes methods and designs frequently used to study health and health care delivery.

Examines the impact of education in community oral health, identifying strategies to engage and empower the members of the community to achieve health and wellness.

The importance of health assessment; identification of strategies to understand the needs and priorities of a healthy community.

Provides the opportunity to apply acquired competencies to real world settings to improve health promotion and disease prevention.

Incorporates a service learning approach involving a partnership between the student, community organization and designated faculty or research team members.