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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

SCOM 370. Introduction to Health Communication


Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 002536 Grading Basis GRD

This course offers an introduction to the study of communication in health and illness contexts. It covers the impact of interpersonal relationships, sociocultural and organizational influences, and media and health campaigns on health beliefs and behaviors. Emphasis is placed on strategies and approaches that promote effective communication in a variety of health contexts. Prerequisite(s): Fully-admitted SCOM major or minor  or Sport Communication minor ; or permission of the instructor.