Course: ICCC Introduction to Health Care (HSC 104)
Description:
This course is one semester and introduces the health care delivery system, health care professionals’ compassion and care, professionalism, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the health care worker. This course is designed for students majoring and exploring the health science field. This course will introduce students to knowledge of different cultures, ways of communication, and an understanding of patients’ needs and behavior in the healthcare field. Aspects of patient care will be discussed involving safety, infection control, terminology, transfer techniques and vital signs. This course will help students gain basic health care knowledge which will be of vital significance when making important life decisions.
NOTE: Students will receive 2 credit hours at Iowa Central Community College.
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: None