DEA 6550

Healthcare Innovations

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2016-2017 Catalog.

A hands-on,  multidisciplinary class on healing environments that prepares the students for Evidenced-based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC), a formalized foundation for evidence-based design (EBD). Work with actual clients to make a difference in the world.  Engage in a dialogue among design, health, medicine, policy, and management disciplines.  Explore the latest innovations in healthcare design and practice, and the cutting-edge literature and methods.

Permission Note Enrollment preference given to: Graduate Students and seniors of all relevant disciplines.

Outcomes

• Boost practical research and design competencies appropriate for career positions in healthcare facilities, industry, government, and academia.
• Work closely with cutting-edge healthcare organizations on a real project; Participate in high quality research and design innovation, enhancing your professional resume and portfolio.
• Learn about the impact of healing environments on personal, social, and organizational outcomes and identify the environmental causes of current operational challenges.

When Offered Spring.

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