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POLS 3256W: Ambulatory Pediatrics Component

Growth and development (physical, physiologic, and psychosocial) and clinical application from birth through adolescence; diagnosis and initial management of common pediatric acute and chronic illnesses; the influence of family, community and society on the child in health and disease; communication skills that facilitate the clinical interaction with children, adolescents and their families; physical examination of infants, children, and adolescents; development of clinical problem-solving skills and development of strategies for health promotion as well as disease and injury prevention. Students have a one to one to one experience (one patient, one student, one preceptor), which allows for significant assessment of individual student knowledge and skill.

Credits
3
Offered
Fall 2026
Campuses
Storrs
Gen Ed
W: Writing Competency
Requirements
ENGL 1007 or 1010 or 1011, open to Political Science and Human Rights majors and minors; open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: POLS 1202, POLS 1402 and POLS/HRTS 3212.
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Fall 2026 sections

Taught by Shareen Hertel.

SectionTypeMeetsInstructorCampusRoomSeats
001LEC2:00PM - 3:15PM / TuThShareen HertelStorrsMCHU 1090 of 10 open

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