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This course addresses key professional concepts and skills for students enrolled in the Community Health Worker Certificate program and co-enrolled in an internship course.

Overview of theoretical and research-based frameworks of stress, stress response, and stress management techniques. Critical assessment of physiological and psychological effects of stress, sources and causes of stress, and health consequences of chronic stress on individuals, communities, and society. Evidence-based techniques to manage and cope with stress, to improve individual and population health.

A critical analysis of the public health status of transgender and nonbinary populations. The course will provide introductory knowledge, skills, and resources to work effectively in health and social service settings with transgender and nonbinary clients and communities.

Overview of the different types of viral hepatitis, their characteristics and treatment options with a focus on hepatitis C as a current public health issue especially among IV drug users. Emphasis on the practice of harm reduction, prevention, navigation and advocacy for communities experiencing substance use, HIV and viral hepatitis.

An introduction to the applied principles of the wellness and recovery model when working with families in behavioral health settings. The course examines the implications of cultural humility, life cycle, counseling principles, assessment, supportive resources, and the impact of the system of care in applied practice.

A critical examination of the United States food system and policies through a health equity framework, exploring topics including climate change, farming practices, food justice, food apartheid, food security, food safety, food worker safety, the impact of corporations on the food system, food sovereignty movements, and exploring alternatives and solutions to our food system challenges.

Introduction to public health approaches for the prevention and control of disease and injury, drawn from epidemiology, health policy, behavioral health, environmental health, community organizing, maternal and child health and other public health disciplines. Examination of contemporary health challenges with an emphasis on addressing social determinants to improve health for all.

Exploration of male gender construction and issues related to the complexity of men's health on the individual and community levels. Emphasis on evaluation of health resources, behavior change theories and processes, and the role of risk factors and prevention.

An intersectional, feminist approach to explore the social determinants and issues related to the complexity of women's health. This course analyzes the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of women's health, and explores health services, health education, research, and healthcare delivery systems. Emphasis on the role of risk factors and prevention, behavior change theories and processes, and critical analysis and evaluation of health resources. Strategies for social and political change are assessed.

An intersectional, feminist approach to explore the social determinants and issues related to the complexity of women's health. This course analyzes the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of women's health, and explores health services, health education, research, and healthcare delivery systems. Emphasis on the role of risk factors and prevention, behavior change theories and processes, and critical analysis and evaluation of health resources. Strategies for social and political change are assessed.