DHSC 6005 - Critical Thinking and Writing for Professionals

3 credit hours

The purpose of this course is to establish a solid foundation of writing skills and familiarize students with the writing policies and expectations of The College of Graduate Health Studies (CGHS). Emphasis is placed on scholarly writing elements, including annotated bibliographies, American Psychological Association (APA) format and style, effective use of evidence, literacy skills, academic integrity, review and critique of literature, and rhetoric. The course examines the characteristics of critical writing that are assessed throughout the program to identify students’ knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis and synthesis of content.