CHW 145 - Community Health Worker Clinical I

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

50 clinical hours total Prerequisite(s): Admission to the community health worker program; CPR and First Aid certification; a grade of "C" or higher in CHW 140.Comment: CHW 145 is offered only at the Wai'anae Health Academy. CHW 145 provides the student with practical skills in an agency setting in which to apply knowledge and skills gained in CHW 140. It also increases the student's ability and effectiveness in working as part of a community-based health care team. Upon successful completion of CHW 145, the student should be able to: Demonstrate ability to work as part of a community-based health care team. Use ethical standards in relationships with clients. Develop skills to assist clients in learning problem-solving techniques to access specific community services/resources Discuss clinical experiences and relation to academic content. Use appropriate referral forms for each agency or clinic. Discuss specific health risk behaviors with clients. Demonstrate skills in administrative procedures such as scheduling of appointments, record keeping, record charting. Demonstrate understanding of basic principles of authority and responsibility in the clinic or agency setting. Exhibit professional behavior. Exhibit adaptability to various settings.

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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