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HTCH 007: Medical Ethics & Law

Course Description

This course covers medical ethics and law in the Health Care Profession. The areas covered include bio-ethical issues, medical practice acts, legal relationships and responsibilities, invasions of privacy, medical professional liability, the litigation process, and avoiding unjustified malpractice/negligence claims. The instructor also guides students in exploring relevant current issues.

Units: 2

  • Credit - Degree Applicable
  • Transferable to CSU only

Course Details

  • Grade Options: Letter Grade
  • In-Class Lecture Hours: 32 – 36
  • In-Class Lab Hours: 0

Requisites and Advisories

  • Prerequisites: None
  • Co-Requisites: None
  • Advisory: None

Transfer Details

  • CSU/UC: Transferable to CSU only