CHW 123 - Prevention and Management of Chronic Conditions

    Recent Professors
    Sarah E. Walker
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of CHW 123
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    better; and TELA 300 with grades of "C" or better Chronic diseases are on the rise in the United States, leaving healthcare payers with the challenge of covering care for patients with these expensive, long-term conditions. In this course, students will learn about the most common chronic diseases, their etiology, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment. Students will learn about community preventive services, programs, and other interventions aimed at supporting patients in the successful self-management of chronic conditions. Students will also be introduced to medical terminology with an overview of the structure of medical language and basic terms. This course was formerly known as AH 123.
    Usually Held
    Sat 9:00am–1:10pm