VCM 514: Science of Health Evaluation

Course Description

Students will apply their pre-existing, foundational knowledge of anatomy, physiology, immunology, microbiology, and pathology in evaluating and solving health failure problems in the major body systems. Participants will learn to ask thoughtful, focused, and purposeful questions when collecting clinical data, and how to use a problem-oriented approach in evaluating health problems, constructing inquiry pathways, and in designing therapeutic and disease management strategies. 3 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: Students must complete VCM 507, VCM 509, VCM 513 maintaining a B or better to advance to VCM 514. All students must have a bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 GPA or better.