Course Descriptions 449 GERT 4830 - Readings and/or Projects (2-4) Individual readings and/or projects for the senior Gerontology major (with the approval of the instructor) with a maximum of four (4) credit hours possible. GERT 4860 - Introductory Field Practicum (2) Introductory experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisite: GERT 1010, GERT 3320 and GERT 3500; must be a declared major or minor. GERT 4861 - Advanced Field Practicum (2) Advanced experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisite: GERT 3400, GERT 3500, GERT 4860, and must be a declared major or minor. GERT 4862 - Specialized Field Practicum (2) Specialized experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisite: GERT 3600, GERT 4861, and must be a declared major or minor. GERT 4900 - Current Topics on Aging (2-4) Su An in-depth study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. GERT 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. GERT 4990 - Senior Seminar (2) F Preparation and discussion of gerontology concepts and topics. Information and techniques for obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. Prerequisite: GERT 1010, GERT 3320, GERT 3400, GERT 3500 and GERT 3600. HAS-Health Administrative Services Courses HAS 3000 - The Health Care System (3) A study of the U.S. healthcare system to help students understand the critical issues facing healthcare in its ever-changing environment and to gain a sense of the complex multidimensional nature of healthcare delivery in the United States. HAS 3020 - Health Care Marketing (3) This course outlines the application of marketing principles to health care organizations and the public health arena. Students will apply those principles in the development of a marketing plan. HAS 3150 - Community Health Agencies and Services (3) An overview of public and community health including history, management, prevention and epidemiology of disease. Emphasis on the role of community and government health agencies regarding health promotion and disease prevention activities. HAS 3190 DV - Cultural Diversity in Patient Education (3) This course is an introduction to patient or client education skills and theory. It also focuses on health traditions of culturally diverse clients and how those traditions must be considered during effective patient education. In particular, the course will move from the general health traditions of world populations and religions, to the more specific behaviors and expectations of U.S. populations. Gender, age, and class will all be considered in the studies. HAS 3230 - Health Communication (3) Abroad examination of communication theory, application, and research in health care delivery and management. Examines many different levels and channels of communication including the development and application of interpersonal communication, small group communication and teamwork, organizational communication, communication ethics, leadership, and motivation skills in dealing with health care providers, staff, and consumers in a variety of health care environments. Cross-listed with COMM 3230. HAS 3240 - Human Resource Development in Health Care (3) Study of human resource principles and practices in Health Care facilities. The general topics include: job analysis and work flows, compensation, recruitment and selection, performance appraisals, discipline, legal environment, unions, safety and health. Prerequisite: HAS 3000. HAS 3260 - Health Care Administrative and Supervisory Theory (3) Basic theories and concepts of management. Emphasis is on individual and group behavior, interpersonal skills, decision making, leadership theory, planned change, motivation, teamwork, organizational design and culture within the context of the healthcare organization. Prerequisite: HAS 3000. HAS 3750 - Health Care Financial Administration (3) This course is designed to build upon the concepts introduced in basic accounting courses and develop proficiency in applying administrative financial techniques in health care decision making. Prerequisite: HAS 3000, ACTG 2010, Quantitative Literacy, HIM 3200. HAS 4320 - Health Care Economics and Policy (3) Discussion and analysis of the economic models controlling healthcare markets with subsequent investigation of the complex federal, state, and local policies and policymaking processes which result from those models in U.S. healthcare systems. Prerequisite: HAS 3000 and ECON 2010. HAS 4400 - Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Administration (3) Review of legal responsibilities of physicians, other healthcare workers, and healthcare institutions and means by which health-related laws and regulations are developed and implemented. Issues involved in healthcare professional ethics are discussed and evaluated. Prerequisite: HAS 3000 and HAS 3260. HAS 4410 - Clinical Instructional Design and Evaluation (3) Designed to provide individuals with the skills necessary for the preparation, planning and evaluation of instruction. The Philosophy, theory, and effective methods and techniques of teaching the adult learner. Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog