Development of Education Programs for Nursing Personnel

Catalog description

The content of this course focuses on analyzing the philosophy, objectives and nature of education programs for the development of nursing personnel. Principles of planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating personnel development programs for nursing s taff of a health agency are included. Various theories related to adult teaching and learning are examined. Some aspects of the content and theories studied are implemented through externship experiences. Course emphasizes commitment to lifelong learning a nd ethical issues. Continuing education programs and its importance to provide current information about changing health care environment are also discussed.