Course

Interpersonal Communications

Faculty
Health Sciences
Department
Mental Health and Personal Support Work
Course code
MHPS 1130
Credits
3.00
Semester length
15
Max class size
32
Method(s) of instruction
Lecture
Typically offered
To be determined

Overview

Course description
This course focuses on the development of self-awareness, increased understanding of others, and development of effective interpersonal communication skills that can be used in a variety of caregiving contexts. Students will be encouraged to become more aware of the impact of their own communication choices and patterns. They will have opportunities to develop and use communication techniques that demonstrate personal awareness, respect, and active listening skills. The course also focuses on concepts of culture and diversity as it relates to health and healing.
Course content
  1. Introduction to Interpersonal Communications
  2. Knowledge of Self
  3. Non-verbal Communication
  4. Responding to Others
  5. Conflict Management and Resolution
  6. Electronic Communication
  7. Diversity
Learning activities

In this course, students engage in a variety of learning activities such as lecture, group work, case studies, and team-based exercises.

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.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify the characteristics and qualities of effective interpersonal communications;
  2. Discuss the interrelationship between self-awareness, self-esteem, and perception as these relate to communication choices and patterns;
  3. Demonstrate effective, caring interpersonal communications with clients, colleagues, and others;
  4. Apply self-reflection and self-appraisal processes in order to increase own effectiveness in interpersonal contexts;
  5. Discuss the role of diversity and inclusion in health and healing.
Textbook materials

Textbooks and materials are to be purchased by students. A list of required textbooks and materials is provided for students at the beginning of the semester.

Requisites

Course Guidelines

Course Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this course and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the course, consider the previous version as the applicable version.

(Current)

Course Transfers

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Institution Transfer details for MHPS 1130
There are no applicable transfer credits for this course.

Course Offerings

Winter 2025