COM 2403 Health Communication
The study and practice of communication as it relates to health professionals and patient outcomes. Topics include provider-patient interaction, team communication and the diffusion of health information through public health campaigns. Students learn the basics of clear, purposeful and compassionate communication across multiple channels, to reduce errors and provide better health care delivery. Prerequisite: COM 1330
COM 1403 Introduction to Communication in Healthcare Professions
Introduction to the study and practice of communication for health professionals. Topics include listening, adapting your message, informative presentations and role-play exercises. Communication issues particular to health professions are a focus, including nursing, radiology, dentistry, optometry, health and human services and health administration. Students practice clear, purposeful and compassionate communication in face-to-face and mediated situations.
COM 3503 Health, Media and Communication Technology
Healthcare experts call for the global adoption of communication
and information technologies to reduce costs and improve access, efficiency and quality. Telehealth, secure patient portals, websites, social media and mobile applications show potential to address multiple goals across systems of health care delivery. This course provides a broad overview of medical media and communication technologies used in the delivery and administration of modern health care systems. Online health communities outside of medical contexts are also a focus. Topics include finding credible information online, Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) systems, Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and the digital divide.
COM 3401 Business and Professional Communication
Principles of communication within organizations. Topics and activities may include organizational communication and communication theory, group problem solving, case studies, interviewing, and formal presentations. Prerequisites: ENG 1121 or higher; or department approval or COM 1330 or higher
COM 1330 Public Speaking
Fundamental principles of speaking in public situations and the preparation and delivery of informative and persuasive presentations. Subjects include ethics in public speaking, audience analysis, selecting and researching speech topics, constructing well-reasoned arguments, extemporaneous delivery, and peer evaluation. Students are expected to develop outlines and speaking notes, use visual aids, and improve on verbal and nonverbal delivery skills. Prerequisite: CUNY proficiency in reading and writing
