CHLT Community Health

Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

Overview of wellness theory and its application throughout the life span. Focus is on attitude development, impact of cultural beliefs, and communication of wellness. Includes health behavior theories and approaches to behavior modification.

Survey of ecological principles and their application to the health and safety of physical and social environments, occupational settings, and human beings. Site visits to specific living quarters or occupational settings and measurement of environmental safety factors addressed.

Preparation for field work with individuals, families, and groups emphasizing teaching and capacity-building skills. Topics include outreach methods, area canvassing, home visiting, group work, community events, and community organizing.

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

Designed to provide a basic understanding of variables that affect health sectors in the community.

Study of local, regional, and national health care resources. Identification of health organizations, support groups, and health care delivery systems to be used for client referral. Activities include visits to various local agencies and attendance/participation in related activities.