Richard Dool
Teaching Professor
Director of Master of Communication and Media Program
richard.dool@rutgers.edu
Health Communication Specialization
The Health Communication specialization within the Master of Communication and Media program is designed for students looking to enhance communication in healthcare and community wellness. It explores key areas such as public health messaging, facilitated provider-patient communication, health campaigns, advocacy, and strategies for promoting community health and wellness.
Requirements for Health Communication
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As part of the Master of Communication and Media program, all Health Communication students are required to complete five core courses:
- 17:194:508 E-Portfolio*
- 17:194:548 Communication Ethics
- 17:194:513 MCM Graduate Experience (0 credit/tuition course, 3-hour live workshop)
- 17:194:5XX Communication Research (514) or Media Research (556)
- 17:194:519 Capstone Seminar
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Students may take any Master of Communication and Media courses related to their research interests. The following are recommended for Health Communication:
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A special topics course allows you to explore unique or emerging subjects while shaping your studies to match your interests. With an interdisciplinary approach, these courses offer interactive, hands-on learning experiences that can boost your research skills and career preparation.
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