HCA 114

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop a theoretical framework for practice. Students will be introduced to the philosophical values and theoretical understandings that provide a foundation for competent practice as a Health Care Assistant. The course focuses on concepts of caring and person-centered care, basic human needs, human growth and development, and family, culture, and diversity as they relate to health and healing. Students will also be introduced to a problem-solving model that will be critical to their practice. Note: Field trips outside of class time will be required. -- Prerequisite -- Admission to the Health Care Assistant certificate. -- Corequisite -- None. -- Pre or Corequisite -- None.