Exploration of male gender construction and issues related to the complexity of men's health on the individual and community levels. Emphasis on evaluation of health resources, behavior change theories and processes, and role of risk factors and prevention.
An intersectional, feminist perspective to explore the social determinants and issues related to the complexity of women's health at the individual and community levels. Emphasis on the role of risk factors and prevention, behavior change theories and processes, and critical analysis and evaluation of health resources.
Practical application of Tai Chi and Tai Chi Qigong as meditation in movement exercises, and understanding of their benefits for stress relief, mental alertness, and bodily control.
Practical application of Tai Chi and Tai Chi Qigong as meditation in movement exercises, and understanding of their benefits for stress relief, mental alertness, and bodily control.
Practical application of Tai Chi and Tai Chi Qigong as meditation in movement exercises, and understanding of their benefits for stress relief, mental alertness, and bodily control.
Introduction to public health approaches for the prevention and control of disease and injury, drawn from epidemiology, health policy, behavioral health, environmental health, community organizing, maternal and child health and other public health disciplines. Examination of contemporary health challenges with an emphasis on addressing social determinants to improve health for all.
Introduction to group facilitation skills within the context of treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Focus will be on group dynamics, interpersonal and intrapersonal process and group facilitation skills. It prepares students for competence in group and family addiction treatment facilitation and to work towards the Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor credential, as required by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP).
This course addresses key professional concepts and skills for students enrolled in the Community Health Worker Certificate program and co-enrolled in an internship course.
Students complete an internship with local employers to gain meaningful work experience and earn credit towards their CHW Certificate. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.
Students will continue to develop core CHW competencies such as cultural humility and client-centered health education, counseling and care management services. They will continue to enhance professional skills essential for success in the field, and will study concepts and skills for providing group and community-centered assessment, education, support and advocacy services.