PH 11 - Navigating the U.S. Health Care System, Health Insurance, Public Assistance, and Benefits Programs

    Recent Professors
    A. Davies, U. Nwogu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Difficulty
    4.9Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides students with an understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and health insurance options to facilitate efficient navigation through the healthcare system. Topics include the history of health insurance in the U.S. and the role of government in healthcare; the U.S. healthcare workforce; basic health insurance terminology; types of insurance and the healthcare marketplace; different types of care, including outpatient, ambulatory and long-term care; public assistance programs and disability programs; and ethical and bioethical issues.