Courses
Coursework in the Master of Science and Certificate in Women’s Health programs concentrate on an interprofessional approach to the care of women with emphasis on physiology, pathology, pharmacology, nutrition, exercise, and relationships that are relevant to women.
Required Courses (Master of Science)
Required Courses (Certificate)
Elective Courses
** May be taken as an elective if not taken as a requirement.
Master Project (6 QH)
Total Requirement: Certificate: 12 quarter hours Master of Science: 42 quarter hours
Course Descriptions
Required Courses:
HWHS 500 Interprofessional Approach to Women’s Health (3 qh) This course provides an overview of the degree program in women’s health. It emphasizes the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Model of Collaborative Care through a focus on an inter-professional approach to health care delivery.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the certificate or Master of Science program.
HWHS 501 Physiology and Pathophysiology for Women I (3 qh) The Physiology & Pathophysiology series of courses covers the normal physiology and pathophysiology of women with emphasis on issues such as mental health, reproductive health, musculo-skeletal health, and normal aging. Cellular and neuronal physiology, muscular skeletal physiology, and cardiovascular physiology will be the focus of the first of these three courses. General pathophysical mechanisms will be compared to those of special concern to women's health and well-being including breast/ovarian/cervical/uterine cancer, neurological disease, musculo-skeletal disease, and cardiovascular disease. Students will also learn to critique and evaluate current treatments for pathophysiological conditions and integrate them with basic physiological principles to develop appropriate treatment plans.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval of faculty.
HWHS 502 Physiology and Pathophysiology for Women II (3 qh) The Physiology & Pathophysiology series of courses covers the normal physiology and pathophysiology of women with emphasis on issues such as mental health, reproductive health, musculo-skeletal health, and normal aging. Cellular and neuronal physiology, muscular skeletal physiology, and cardiovascular physiology will be the focus of the first of these three courses. General pathophysical mechanisms will be compared to those of special concern to women's health and well-being including breast/ovarian/cervical/uterine cancer, neurological disease, musculo-skeletal disease, and cardiovascular disease. Students will also learn to critique and evaluate current treatments for pathophysiological conditions and integrate them with basic physiological principles to develop appropriate treatment plans.
HWHS 503 Physiology and Pathophysiology for Women III (3 qh) The Physiology & Pathophysiology series of courses covers the normal physiology and pathophysiology of women with emphasis on issues such as mental health, reproductive health, musculo-skeletal health, and normal aging. Cellular and neuronal physiology, muscular skeletal physiology, and cardiovascular physiology will be the focus of the first of these three courses. General pathophysical mechanisms will be compared to those of special concern to women's health and well-being including breast/ovarian/cervical/uterine cancer, neurological disease, musculo-skeletal disease, and cardiovascular disease. Students will also learn to critique and evaluate current treatments for pathophysiological conditions and integrate them with basic physiological principles to develop appropriate treatment plans.
HWHS 510 Evidence Based Practice (3 qh) This course is a broad based introduction to the utilization of best evidence in the practice of Women’s Health. It begins with the development of clinical patient care questions and moves through computer searching strategies to discussion of how to apply evidence to answering those questions. It stresses the integration of clinical expertise, literature and the unique client perspective to arrive at the "best evidence" for treatment in Women’s Health.
HWHS 551 Medical Pharmacology (3 qh) This course focuses on the pharmacological treatment of diseases that are common in women. Special emphasis will be placed on blood pressure control, weight management, cardiovascular disease, estrogen use, pulmonary hypertension, arthritis, and depression. This course will also review Complementary and Alternative Approaches to Medicine.
HNUT 571 Sports Nutrition (3 qh) Sports Nutrition focuses on the physiological & metabolic responses of the body to exercise and the role of nutrition in these processes. Macronutrient and micronutrient needs of the athlete and the nutritional needs of special athletic populations will be addressed.
One of the following three courses:
HHCM 526 Leadership and Management (3 qh) This course is designed to assist the student in developing problem-solving skills, personal and interpersonal effectiveness, and appreciation for others’ leadership styles to forge collaborations (i.e., strategic partnering) which are essential to accomplishing the mission and goals of healthcare organizations. Theories of leadership, motivation, power, communication, and conflict management will also be examined and applied. The student will be challenged to develop a profile of oneself as a leader and create an action plan for leadership development. A personal inventory will set the foundation for planned personal and role change. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval of faculty. HHCM 520 Cultural Diversity and the Management of Healthcare Services (3 qh) This course introduces the student to the importance of providing culturally appropriate health care services for the diverse ethnic populations encountered in the U.S. healthcare system. The significance of family traditions, cultural heritage, and health and healing traditions on the patient’s interaction with the healthcare delivery system and providers will be explored. Students will develop interventions that managers of healthcare facilities and providers can use to diminish the conflict that patients and staff may experience when traditions related to the patient’s cultural heritage clash with the American healthcare delivery system. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval of faculty. HHCM 519 Practice Management (3 qh) Practice Management offers the essential elements and support for a successful practice concentrating on facility management and organizational skills. Topics will include the organizational management, landscape and management functions such as planning and decision-making, organizing, staffing, and budgeting. This course will also address practical concerns such as committees and teams, and human resource management considerations such as training and development, retention and recruitment, and communication. This elective course establishes a foundation for growth and professional opportunity for the health management professional.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval o
One of the following two courses: HWHS 602 Women’s Relationship Issues: (3 qh) This integrative course reviews the nature and function of women’s relationships with particular focus on how these relationships impact women’s health. Topics include care-giving roles, domestic violence, and marital functioning. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval of faculty. HWHS 604 Women Coping with Cancer: (3 qh) This course focuses on the impact of cancer on women’s lives including psychosocial issues and treatment. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval of faculty.
HWHS 620 Master’s Project: (6 qh) This is a major project including development of a problem statement, objectives for the experience and literature review as well as producing a significant outcome document i.e. textbook chapter(s), course materials, or research paper.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program and approval of faculty advisor.
HWHS 602 Women’s Relationship Issues: (3 qh)** This integrative course reviews the nature and function of women’s relationships with particular focus on how these relationships impact women’s health. Topics include care-giving roles, domestic violence, and marital functioning
HWHS 603 Rheumatological Diseases in Women: (3 qh) This course focuses on the impact of rheumatological disease on women’s lives including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, systemic lupus erythematosus, erosive osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
HWHS 604 Women Coping with Cancer: (3 qh) This course focuses on the impact of cancer on women’s lives including psychosocial issues and treatment.
HWHS 605 Neurological Diseases in Women: (3 qh) This course focuses on the impact of neurological diseases on women’s lives including chronic migraines, stroke and dementia.
HHCM 526 Leadership and Management (3 qh)** This course is designed to assist the student in developing problem-solving skills, personal and interpersonal effectiveness, and appreciation for others’ leadership styles to forge collaborations (i.e., strategic partnering) which are essential to accomplishing the mission and goals of healthcare organizations. Theories of leadership, motivation, power, communication, and conflict management will also be examined and applied. The student will be challenged to develop a profile of oneself as a leader and create an action plan for leadership development. A personal inventory will set the foundation for planned personal and role change. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval of faculty. HHCM 520 Cultural Diversity and the Management of Healthcare Services (3 qh)** This course introduces the student to the importance of providing culturally appropriate health care services for the diverse ethnic populations encountered in the U.S. healthcare system. The significance of family traditions, cultural heritage, and health and healing traditions on the patient’s interaction with the healthcare delivery system and providers will be explored. Students will develop interventions that managers of healthcare facilities and providers can use to diminish the conflict that patients and staff may experience when traditions related to the patient’s cultural heritage clash with the American healthcare delivery system. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all previous courses in women’s health program or approval of faculty. HHCM 519 Practice Management (3 qh)** Practice Management offers the essential elements and support for a successful practice concentrating on facility management and organizational skills. Topics will include the organizational management, landscape and management functions such as planning and decision-making, organizing, staffing, and budgeting. This course will also address practical concerns such as committees and teams, and human resource management considerations such as training and development, retention and recruitment, and communication. This elective course establishes a foundation for growth and professional opportunity for the health management professional.
Healthcare Administration and Management Courses: (3 qh) Courses may be taken from the Healthcare Management program to fulfill elective course requirements.
HTPT 501 Practical Statistics: (3 qh) Practical statistics for the healthcare practitioner will be covered. Students will have the opportunity to critique literature in women’s health. The use of the computer for statistical analysis is included.
Course descriptions are subject to change without prior notice.