Introduction to Health Care Careers

Catalog description

Students in this course will explore a variety of allied and behavioral health careers and healthcare systems. Participants will conduct guided self-assessments to help them envision themselves in rewarding careers that are appropriate to their skills and interests. Students will learn the roles, training, expectations, and responsibilities of different members/functional units of the health care team; Students will learn about professional communication strategies, standard precautions, safety, ethical, and legal issues in health care settings. Students will explore holistic health issues across the lifespan. Students will analyze their own culture and belief model while learning about other cultures and perspectives.