Essentials of Health Practice and Professional Development

Catalog description

This two-course sequence is designed to enhance understanding of the meaning of illness, and the development of personal identity and professional formation in the aspiring health professional. Through regular small group seminars with speakers and mentoring faculty, the course covers multiple topics outside the science of healthcare and stresses active learning in a supportive environment, Students will develop a core set of skills including improved insight and self- awareness, effective verbal and written communication, cultural humility, and self-reflection and practice giving and receiving feedback. They will cultivate self-care and resiliency, practice conflict management and critical conversations, explore career alternatives and teamwork, and practice interviewing with feedback. Course Instructor Dr. Elizabeth Ross Prerequisite: HLTHSCI504. Credit 2. (Degree requirement)