CHW 145: Community Health Worker Practicum

Credits 4

Students will complete 225 practicum hours over the semester. Practicum hours include preparation of resume, letter of introduction, researching agencies and interviewing for placement. (225 hours Clinical Instruction)

Prerequisites

Grade of C or better in HSER 140 and ENG 100, or instructor consent.

Course Outcomes
  • Develop interpersonal skills that build appropriate, collaborative, respectful relationships with fellow students, clients and professionals in the community.
  • Perform to reflect the attitudes, skills and knowledge of best practice strategies across a variety of populations in diverse human service settings.
  • Identify vulnerable populations and the social conditions that contribute to their vulnerability and consider advocacy strategies to help alleviate those conditions.
  • Develop self-awareness of person values, interpersonal styles, strengths and challenges that influence the development of professionalism.