HPR 1004 Health Career Practices

2 Credit hours 30 Contact hours

Introduces the concepts and skills needed for a career in health care incorporating foundational theory with technical skills. The course focuses on health occupations, health settings, careers, and principles of patient care; concepts of ethics and bioethics; safety practices including infection control, personal and environmental safety, and emergency procedures and protocols; common and emerging diseases and disorders. The course consists of fundamental skills of basic care and reviews, medical math, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and first aid.