The purpose of the American Indian Health Policy course is to (1) introduce students to the concepts and tools used in health policy, (2) examine health issues facing American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities, and (3) practice the application of rational decision making models to analyze various policy alternatives to address health concerns in Native communities. Special consideration is given to the historical relationship between Tribes and the U.S. federal government that underlies the delivery of health services to AI/ANs. The course focuses on introducing the skills necessary for students to be an effective policy analyst/policy advocate.