HCM823O Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety

[3–0, 3 cr.]

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, methods, and strategies involved in ensuring quality care and promoting patient safety in healthcare organizations. The course emphasizes the importance of a culture of continuous improvement and the application of evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes. Students will explore various topics, including quality assessment and improvement methodologies, patient safety practices, healthcare regulations and accreditation standards, and strategies for effectively leading quality initiatives. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and practical exercises, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to drive quality improvement and ensure patient safety in diverse healthcare settings.