Health Sciences - Minor in Serious Illness & Supportive Care
A minor in Serious Illness and Supportive Care is designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of the medical, psychological, and ethical aspects of caring for individuals facing life-threatening conditions. Covered topics include the etiology of serious illness, pain management, palliative care, medical decision-making, and the psychological and social dimensions of patient support. This interdisciplinary program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to offer compassionate, holistic care to individuals during their most vulnerable moments. It prepares them for careers in healthcare, social work, counseling, or other fields where empathy and expertise in critical care support are essential.
To earn the minor, students must
- Complete a minimum of 12 credits in accordance with the specified curriculum; and
- Earn a minimum grade of C in each course.
Curriculum
The Minor in Serious Illness & Supportive Care curriculum consists of four 3-credit hour courses, three of which are required and one elective. All courses are offered 100% online.
HLSC-P340 - Introduction to Palliative Care; 3 cr
HLSC-P350 - Medical Decision Making in Popular Film; 3cr
HLSC-H363 - Ethical Considerations in Medical Decision Making; 3cr
Elective: One 3-credit course from an approved list of courses from Religion, Health Communications, Philosophy, Sociology, English, or Medical Humanities
Courses
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