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163-110 Human and Community Needs in Health
163-320 Community Wellness
163-131 Communications and Professional Ethics
163-120 Working with Groups
163-235 Applied Health Promotion
163-241 Human Development: Infant and Child Wellness
163-242 Human Development: Adult and Elder Wellness
163-315 Healthy Lifestyles: Nutrition, Active Living and Injury Prevention
163-341 Environmental Health Promotion
163-435 Mental Health and Addictions
163-401 Consolidated Field Practicum
163-110 Human and Community Needs in Health

163-110 Human and Community Needs in Health
This course introduces the student to the role of the Community Health Representative in the Northwest Territories. Students examine the concepts of health, wellness, basic needs and illness. Community values, traditional knowledge and cultural values are examined in relation to the role of the Community Health Representative. The principles of developing a community profile will be introduced.

163-320 Community Wellness

This course introduces the concepts of community development and change. Community issues and needs, which affect health and lifestyle, will be examined. Current community development approaches and strategies will be explored. Problem solving and health promotion strategies to enhance community wellness will be examined.

163-131 Communications and Professional Ethics

This course focuses on developing effective communication and problem solving skills. The student is introduced to the core skills used in the helping relationship. The issues of confidentiality and ethical conduct in the role of the Community Health Representative (CHR) will be explored. The importance of care for the caregiver will be examined. Through class activities the student will have the opportunity to practice written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills used in the workplace.

163-120 Working with Groups

This course introduces students to group process, group dynamics, and leadership theory. The student will explore the various aspects of teaching and learning that is necessary for the role as Community Health Representative (CHR). Through class activities, essential elements of effective presentations will be explored and applied.

163-235 Applied Health Promotion

This course introduces the student to the basic anatomy and physiology of the human body. Microbiology, the infectious cycle, the disease process and illness prevention will be examined. Diseases and health risks common to the NWT will be explored. Medical terminology for client communication will be practiced.

163-241 Human Development: Infant and Child Wellness

This course provides an introduction to the normal growth and development that occurs from conception to adolescence. Development milestones and techniques to measure these milestones will be explored in various stages. The influence of health determinants in each stage will be discussed. Traditional knowledge, values and beliefs that support healthy growth and development will be examined.

163-242 Human Development: Adult and Elder Wellness

This course provides an introduction to the normal growth and development that occurs during adult years through until death. The influence of various factors and health determinants in each stage will be discussed. Personal and cultural beliefs and attitudes surrounding death and dying will be explored.

163-315 Healthy Lifestyles: Nutrition, Active Living and Injury Prevention

This course provides the opportunity for students to explore healthy lifestyles. The relationship between health and balanced nutrition, active living, and injury prevention, as it relates to the NWT, will be examined. The role of the Community Health Representative (CHR) in facilitating health promotion strategies in the areas of nutrition, active living, and injury prevention will be reviewed.

163-341 Environmental Health Promotion

This course introduces the student to the concept of environmental health. Environmental pollution and the relationship to infection and disease will be discussed. Safe food handling, safe water supply, and proper waste disposal will also be examined. Health promotion practices and strategies that may decrease the incidence of disease and injury due to environmental factors in the community will be explored.

163-435 Mental Health and Addictions

This course examines mental wellness, mental illness, and issues of addiction. The student will identify and discuss various factors, which may be a threat to mental well-being. The role of the Community Health Representative (CHR) in promoting mental wellness and a healthy lifestyle will be reviewed.

163-401 Consolidated Field Practicum

This consolidated field practicum provides the opportunity for students, who do not have experience in working as a Community Health Representative (CHR), to integrate knowledge and skills in the community. The student will be encouraged to work with increasing independence, planning and participating in health promotion activities.


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