This five-week summer program on psychological and social foundations of health builds your capacity to serve as a culturally competent health care professional. The integrated course work, service-learning internship, and networking opportunities prepares you to learn, serve, and lead in the diverse and rapidly changing 21st century world. The courses develop foundational skills to analyze how health is influenced by psychology, socioeconomic factors, religious beliefs, and neighborhoods in which individuals reside. The service-learning internships in urban health care setting give you an opportunity to deepen your understanding of health disparities and effective service to the most vulnerable. The program includes:
- Introduction to Health Psychology and Urban Health and Faith- 6 credits
- Health service learning internship in urban setting including site visits, urban health bus tours, and visiting speakers
- Pre-health workshops and individualized guidance
- Breakfast and lunch on teaching days and books included
Date: May 21- June 23, 2017
Deadline to Apply: February 26th, 2017
For more information and to apply, go to:
http://www.loyola.edu/academics/pre-health/baltimore-health-immersion
