PH 205 - DIRECTED PRACTICE FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE WORKER

    Recent Professors
    S. Davila
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: PH 206
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of PH 205
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Capstone course that examines and applies the concept of public health as it relates to community health workers. Topics include health education and promotion, health care system navigation, health access and outreach, and identifying social determinants of health and community disparities. Healthcare communication skills and relationship building between patient and provider will also be examined. On-site clinical placement for students in the Community Health Worker program to gain about 100 hours of meaningful work experience with local employers. Students will gain outside practicum experience. Required for completion of the Community Health Worker Certificate of Achievement.