Overview
HLTH 332 is designed to provide upper-year students with a solid understanding of disability and disability-related issues as they pertain to health and quality of life. Key disability concepts, such as definitions and models of disability, attitudes, human rights, accessibility, policy, and barriers will be introduced and their relevance to health, quality of life, and participation in several life domains will be examined.
Learning Outcomes
Successful students will be able to:
- Discuss disability terminology and models.
- Explain how health conditions interact with personal and environmental factors to influence participation and quality of life among persons with disability.
- Recognize, critically appraise, and propose feasible solutions that minimize or remove barriers to accessibility and inclusion in society.
- Communicate appropriately and respectfully using inclusive language in order to advocate responsibly and professionally for an accessible and inclusive society.
- Reflect on and evaluate the consequences of their own personal attitudes towards disability.
Terms
Summer (May–July) 2025
Course Dates
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Exam Dates (if applicable)
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Delivery Mode
Online