NWCCD 2016-17 Catalog 
    
    Apr 18, 2024  
NWCCD 2016-17 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

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HLTK 1560 - Introduction to Health Professions


This course introduces health profession fundamentals. United States health care systems and health profession career pathways are explored. Competencies and standards for providing client/patient-centered care include leadership, professional characteristics, roles, responsibilities and wellness; ethical and legal issues; effective communication and interprofessional collaboration; medical terminology and math; safety and quality improvement measures; health informatics, the scientific process and evidence-based practice. A health profession portfolio is developed.

Credits: 2

Contact Hours: 2 lecture hrs/week



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