AHE 116 - Introduction to Healthcare

4.0 Credits
Explore the healthcare industry, regulatory systems and essential communication and decision-making skills for healthcare workers. Introduction to health occupations and educational requirements. Teaches basic skills and terminology common to health occupations.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Compare and contrast the various healthcare careers available to determine which careers are of interest. [REASON]
Discuss factors that should be considered when seeking a healthcare occupation, such as duties, educational and credentialing requirements, job satisfaction, working environment, and career advancement. [ACT]
Explore the differences and similarities among healthcare settings, services and providers. [EXPLORE]
Discuss current issues and trends in healthcare. [EXPLORE]
Identify behaviors and attitudes consistent with those of successful healthcare professionals. [ACT]
Discuss interpersonal communications and demonstrate the process of language, listening skills, and nonverbal communications. [COMMUNICATE]
Demonstrate basic problem solving skills. [REASON]
Recognize legal and ethical standards that affect workers within the healthcare industry. [EXPLORE]
Explain the key concepts of patients’ rights and the laws that govern patient confidentiality. [REASON]
Describe the fundamentals of wellness and its impact on the disease process. [COMMUNICATE]
Discuss and/or demonstrate basic skills required for a variety health occupations (i.e., safety, asepsis, and body mechanics). [ACT]