HUS 3608 - Human Services Practice with Vulnerable Populations Across the Life Span

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CUNY New York City College of Technology

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Description:

3 cl hrs, 3 cr This course is designed to enable students to understand and apply theories and principles of intervention to specific life situations of vulnerable populations in the community as well as in institutions. Students will learn specialized skills in assessment, service settings, implementation and evaluation of programs. The role of the human service professional will emphasize linkages to formal and informal support networks. Role playing, case discussions, life reviews, agency field visits and audio visual aids may be used as an integral part of class. This course will prepare individuals interested in a career working in settings such as Mental Health Clinics, Residential and Development Treatment Centers, Nursing Homes, Residential Health Care Facilities and Inpatient Facilities. Prerequisite: HUS 2405/HS 405; corequisite: HEA 3508/HE 508

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.citytech.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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