CHW 211 - Case Management Practicum for Community Health Workers

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

A total of 45 hours clinical experience in case management Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of the CHW Certificate of Completion. Comment: CHW 211 may not be audited. CHW 211 may not be taken credit/no credit. CHW 211 provides practical experience in case management skills in a community-based agency where students will be able to observe and apply knowledge and skills acquired in accompanying coursework. Students will have opportunities to interact with community workers, current and potential clients, agency administration, and the larger community. Upon successful completion of CHW 211, the student should be able to: Demonstrate understanding of the daily responsibilities of case managers in community-based agencies. Demonstrate basic knowledge, skills, and sensitivity while working with clients. Describe human service roles and relationships to community health work. Identify common community health issues. Refer clients to appropriate resources. Provide basic selected community health services. Provide information about the site/organization to community residents. Access basic community resources to meet client needs. Work as part of a community-based health care team. Apply interviewing and counseling skills with clients in the community. Demonstrate understanding of the influence of culture on values, attitude, and behavior and impact on the community health worker. Demonstrate effective listening skills. Define and use ethical and legal standards in relationships with clients. Demonstrate understanding of the practicum site's mission and purpose. Adhere to policies and procedures of the practicum site.

Credits:

1.00

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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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