ALHL 1201 - Introduction to the Healthcare Environment

Credit Hours: 2

This course will familiarize students with health care organizations, the health care system, and the clinical environment in relationship to the student’s role as a future health care practitioner. Topics will include the structure, organization, and function of hospital systems and staff; documentation and medical records; professional development and professionalism; the role and function of professional societies and membership; safety and emergency response; body mechanics; HIPAA; infection control; communication in the health care environment in relationship to continuum of care; ethical and legal responsibilities of health care practitioners; current trends in health care; and employment opportunities for health care professionals.