Essential Health Topics for Community Health Workers - HCC
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Project
Transformation Agenda
Authors
Grant, Jennifer
Date Submitted
2015
Material Type
Syllabus
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Holyoke Community College
Industry Partner
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License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This course provides students with an understanding of common mental and behavioral health issues and chronic diseases that they are likely to encounter as Community Health Workers (CHWs). Students will learn about the often complex health and social conditions of people they may work with through the use of case studies, interactive exercises, and group discussion. The role of CHWs in prevention, treatment and care will also be examined. Topics covered will include mental/behavioral health, violence, substance abuse, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, weight management, asthma, and assessing the home environment. Staying positive and preventing vicarious trauma will also be explored.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation (SOC)
Community and Social Services Occupations (21-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent