HLTH 120 - Introduction to the Health Professions

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

1 hour lecture per week HLTH 120 introduces students to concepts of health and disease, health care systems, organizational structure and function of primary, tertiary, and community-based health facilities, health care ethics, and the health care team in individualized patient care. Upon successful completion of HLTH 120, the student should be able to: Use electronic media to learn about the health care professions. Use electronic communications effectively. Identify requirements to study in selected program or occupation. Explain the characteristics of community-based health care. Describe the role of the health care team in providing patient care. Describe the organizational structure of a hospital, health care clinic, or community-based agency. Explain the differences between licensure and credentialing in health professions. Describe examples of ethical concerns facing health care practitioners.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

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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