CHW 140 - Fundamentals of Community Health Work

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

8 hours lecture/lab per week Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Community Health Worker program. CHW 140 provides an introduction to fundamental concepts and skills essential to function as a community-based health care worker. It includes concepts of community health and resources, appropriate referral and follow-up, and case management. Upon successful completion of CHW 140, the student should be able to: Identify the role of the Community Health Worker (CHW) and explain interaction with local, regional, and national levels of the health care system. Demonstrate basic knowledge and skills in community health needs assessment. Describe community health roles and relationships. Identify common health care problems, refer clients to appropriate resources, and provide basic selected services. Describe appropriate methods for providing and enabling services.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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