This course focuses on the development of self-awareness, increased understanding of others, and development of effective interpersonal communication skills that can be used in a variety of caregiving contexts. Students will be encouraged to become more aware of the impact of their own communication choices and patterns. They will have opportunities to develop and use communication techniques that demonstrate personal awareness, respect, and active listening skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the Health Care Assistant program Corequisite: HEAL 1000, HEAL 1010, HEAL 1100, HEAL 1150, HEAL 1200, and HEAL 1350 (must be taken at the same time as HEAL 1050). Note: Students will only receive credit for one of HLTH 1051 and HEAL 1050.
This course focuses on the development of self-awareness, increased understanding of others, and development of effective interpersonal communication skills that can be used in a variety of caregiving contexts. Students will be encouraged to become more aware of the impact of their own communication choices and patterns. They will have opportunities to develop and use communication techniques that demonstrate personal awareness, respect, and active listening skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the Health Care Assistant program Corequisite: HEAL 1000, HEAL 1010, HEAL 1100, HEAL 1150, HEAL 1200, and HEAL 1350 (must be taken at the same time as HEAL 1050). Note: Students will only receive credit for one of HLTH 1051 and HEAL 1050.