Course
Discontinued
No
Course Code
MHPS 1110
Descriptive
Concepts for Practice
Department
Mental Health and Personal Support Work
Faculty
Health Sciences
Credits
3.00
Start Date
End Term
Not Specified
PLAR
No
Semester Length
15
Max Class Size
32
Contact Hours
Lecture: 60 hrs/semester
Method(s) Of Instruction
Lecture
Learning Activities
In this course, students engage in a variety of learning activities such as lecture, group work, case studies, and team -based exercises.
Course Description
This course provides students with the opportunity to develop a theoretical framework for practice. Students will be introduced to the philosophical values and theoretical understandings that provide a foundation for competent practice as a Health Care Assistant.
The course focuses on concepts of caring and person-centered care, basic human needs and human development, and family as they relate to health and healing. Students will also be introduced to a problem-solving model that will be critical to their practice.
The course focuses on concepts of caring and person-centered care, basic human needs and human development, and family as they relate to health and healing. Students will also be introduced to a problem-solving model that will be critical to their practice.
Course Content
- Characteristics of Caring
- Person-Centered Practice
- Basic Human Needs
- Human Development
- Family in Health and Healing
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Protection and Safety in Health and Healing
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Describe how person-centered care recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each individual;
- Discuss basic human needs and common characteristics of human development as these concepts relate to person-centered care;
- Discuss the role of family and life experience in aging, health, and healing;
- Use informed problem-solving approach to provide care and service;
- Contribute to the safety and protection of self and others in a variety of work environments.
Means of Assessment
Assessment will be based on course objectives and will be carried out in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy. An evaluation schedule is presented at the beginning of the course.
This is a graded course.
Textbook Materials
Textbooks and materials are to be purchased by students. A list of required textbooks and materials will be provided for students at the beginning of the semester.
Prerequisites
Students in the HCA program are required to maintain a passing grade of 65% (C+) in all courses in order to progress in the program.
Equivalencies