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HOC.130.02
Introduction to Health Occupations
COURSE SYLLABUS
Beginning:
05/01/13 to 08/07/13
Schedule:
Wednesday, 08:00 AM to 10:54 AM
Where:
Jackson North Campus Room - 209
Instructor:
Chuck Maat
Ways to Contact:
Email: maatcharlesf@jccmi.edu
Phone: Cell 734-474-3726
For where to go for schools closings due to inclement weather go to:
http://www.jccmi.edu/info/closings.htm
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will provide the student with an overview of the healthcare field. Information that is
covered serves as a solid foundation for all students in health sciences or health occupation,
regardless of the particular health care profession they are interested in pursuing. Topics include:
careers in health care, legal and ethical responsibilities, professionalism, interaction between and
reactions of patients in normal and altered mental states, patient and personal safety. Cultural
diversity, OSHA standards, lifting, moving, emergency assessment and response.
PREREQUISITE
Access to course text book. Computer access to the internet and use of JCC’s JetNet.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE OUTCOMES
The course goals and objectives incorporate specific Associate Degree Outcomes (ADOs)
established by the JCC Board of Trustees, administration, and faculty. These goals are in concert
with four-year colleges and universities, and reflect input from the professional communities we
serve. ADOs guarantee students achieve goals necessary for graduation credit, transferability,
and professional skills needed in many certification programs.
ADO 10
Understand and respect the diversity and interdependence of the world’s peoples
and cultures.
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COURSE OBJECTIVES
Students who successfully complete this course will have attained competencies in the
fundamentals common to all health care professions. Students wishing to experience success
with this course should expect to participate as in any traditional course by listening to and
reviewing lecture materials, completing reading prior to class, completing book chapter reviews,
and assignments.
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The healthcare professions and Principles of Teamwork
Interactions between and reactions of patients altered physical and/or mental
status, including gerontology, as well as patients in a variety of age groups
Learning theories of Growth and Development
Diverse Cultures
Professionalism and professional organizations
Vital signs-taking and observing vital signs
OSHA/CDC standards requirements
Asepsis and isolation techniques, including (universal) standard precautions
Ethics and legal concerns of the healthcare provider
Lifting/moving/body mechanics
Environmental emergency assessment and response
Integrate informatics, computer literacy, and information literacy
REQUIRED TEXTS
Introduction to Health Science Technology, 2nd ed., Louise Simmers Med, RN, Karen
Simers-Nartker, BSN, RN, Sharon Simmers-Kobelak, BBA. Published by Delmar
Cengage Learning, 2009. ISBN-13:978-1-4180-2122-1
WEEKLY COURSE ASSIGNMENTS AND SCHEDULES
These assignments are to give you a general idea as to what we will be doing each week.
Familiarize yourself with the course and its contents. Read chapters before class time and
complete review questions.
Week 1
Chapters 1 & 2, lecture and review course syllabus
Week 2
Chapters 3 & 4, lecture and video, chapter reviews due.
Week 3
Quiz 1, Chapters 5 & 6, lecture, chapter reviews due.
Week 4
Chapter 7, lecture and video, chapter review due. Begin writing your Career
Investigation Research Paper. Due Week 8.
Week 5
Chapter 8, lecture and video, chapter review due.
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Week 6
Quiz 2, Chapter 9, lecture, chapter review due.
Week 7
Chapter 10, lecture, worksheet completed on culture diversity, chapter review due
Week 8
Chapters 11 &12, lecture, chapter reviews due. Career Research paper due.
Week 9
Quiz 3, Chapter 13, Infection Control, lecture and video, chapter review due.
Ethics paper topic is to be selected and approved by instructor.
Week 10
Chapters 14, Vital Signs, lecture, practical. Chapter review due.
Week 11
Quiz 4, Chapters 15, First Aid/CPR review AHA 2010 changes.
Lecture/demonstrating the ABC’s to CAB and AED short video, chapter review
due.
Week 12
Quiz 5, Start Ethic paper presentations in class (3 to 5) minutes
Review, comment in discussion on ethics one (1) of the following
movies:
The Doctor starring William Hurt
John Q starring Denzel Washington
Patch Adams starring Robin Williams
Sicko starring Michael Moore
This assignment will require students to either borrow from the library or rent.
Week 13.
Chapter 16 & 17, lecture, chapter review due.
Finish the ethic paper presentations (3 to 5) minutes and class discussion with
group.
Week 14
Chapter 18, lecture, chapter review due. Final Exam Review.
Week 15
Complete Final Exam. This is a comprehensive exam over all the chapters in
the book.
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COLLABORATION
The instructor and JCC encourages students to collaborate in study groups, work teams
and with lab partners. Each student should take the responsibility for accurately
representing his/her contributions.
FACILITATOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
To facilitate learning, provide and explain the necessary materials for each student to
understand the assignments and develop course performance objectives to competency
levels. Knowledge gained from this course, shall aid students in the clinical experiences
they require in an allied health or nursing career. Asking questions is expected of you.
STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITIES
Students are expected to participate and be prepared for each session and ready to demonstrate
their ability to meet the performance objectives. It is assumed by the facilitator that
all assignments and reading will be completed on time prior to class. That is so the student may
have the best opportunity to understand the lecture material and ask questions. To explain and
make inquiries of difficult topics. Reading assignments does not replace lecture content nor do
the lectures replace or eliminate the need to complete reading assignments. The pace necessary
for this course makes it very difficult for one to catch up if they have fallen behind.
It is highly expected that students utilize as many references as possible to enhance their learning
and understanding. It is the student’s responsibility to utilize internet resources.
EXPECTATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Class begins on time. Students are expected to have completed reading assignments prior
to the start of class. CLASS ATTENDENCE IS EXPECTED AND NECESSARY. IF
ABSENT, ALL ASSIGNMENTS ARE EXPECTED UPON THE STUDENT’S
RETURN TO CLASS. If you are unable to be in class for the entire session, please make
arrangements at the beginning of the class with the instructor. Failure to make these
arrangements will result in a no show for attendance. If you miss 4 or more classes, you
may have a failing grade in this course. IF YOU MISS A QUIZ, YOU WILL BE
EXPECTED TO TAKE IT THE FOLLOWING WEEK DURING CLASS TIME
UNLESS ARRANGEMENTS ARE MADE WITH THE INSTRUCTOR.
TEXT MESSAGING IS PROHIBITED DURING CLASS. CELL PHONES ARE TO
BE PLACED ON VIBRATE OR TURNED OFF. PHONE CALLS TO BE TAKEN OUTSIDE
OF CLASS AS TO NOT TO DISTURB OR INTURUPT CLASS. COMPUTER LAPTOPS
IPods, ect. ARE TO USED FOR CLASS PARTICIPATION PER INSTRUCTOR
APPROVAL.
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NOTE: STUDENTS SHOULD BE ADVISED THAT SOME PROVISIONS DURING
THE COURSE MAY BE NECESSARY DUE TO SCHOOL CLOSING POLICIES,
FACILITATOR ILLNESS OR INJURY, OR ANY OTHER IMPROBABLE
INTERRUPTIONS OF THE COURSE.
ETHICS PAPER REQUIREMENTS AND CRITERIA
Ethics papers may be over the medical ethical topic of your choice, approved by the
instructor. A literature search will be necessary to investigate the medical ethical
dilemma and how health care is impacted by its existence. All papers require references
for full credit. Papers are due on the 12th week. Late papers will be dropped one grade.
Papers are to be typed. They are to be written in complete and concise sentence structure
to receive full points. State the problem, how it impacts health care today and in the next
decade. Present a variety of viewpoints including your own, and conclude with a
summary paragraph. Points will be eliminated for spelling errors. A complete
bibliography is required. APA and MLA format will be accepted. Minimum five sources
required, published no more than five years ago. Points will be eliminated for lack of
required resources.
This paper is to be five(minimum) to seven pages in content not including the
references. Presentations are 3 to 5 minutes in duration. All components need to be
included for full credit. The quality of content will be considered when graded. Review
Chapter Five on Ethical Responsibilities in Healthcare.
GRADING
95-100% =
4.0
25%
=
QUIZZES
90-94%
=
3.5
25%
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CHAPTER REVIEWS
85-89%
=
3.0
25%
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ETHICS PAPER/CAREER PAPER
80-84%
=
2.5
25%
=
FINAL EXAM
75-79%
=
2.0
70-74%
=
1.5
65-69%
=
1.0
60-64%
=
0.5
NOTE: Unannounced learning quizzes will occur
throughout the course.
Point credit for chapter reviews completed on due date, late half
Below 60%= 0.0
NOTE: A 2.0 or “C” is a passing grade. Only courses with passing grades count toward
graduation. Other colleges transfer in only courses with passing grades. Additionally, earning
less than a 2.0 in a class results in not being able to participate in the next level of courses in a
discipline which requires this course as a pre-requisite. If you attempt to register for the next
course sequence and have not passed the pre-requisite course, you will be dropped from the
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class.
INSTUCTIONS: TO AVOID ANY POTENTIAL CONFUSION, CLASS PARTICIPATION
WILL BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION FOR YOUR FINAL GRADE. IT IS
EXPECTED THAT EACH STUDENT WILL PARTICIPATE REGULARLY WITH CLASS
DISCUSSION.
GRADES WILL BE POSTED ON-LINE AT JCC E-SERVICE AT THE END OF THE.
SEMESTER FINAL GRADES WILL BE POSTED WITHIN 48 HOURS OF THE LAST
SCHEDULED CLASS FOR THE SEMESTER.
“Students requiring special assistance including those affected by the Americans with
Disability Act should contact the Center for Student Success. This is the first-step in acquiring
the appropriate accommodations to facilitate your learning.”
FEDERAL TITLE IV FUNDING REQUIREMENTS
In compliance with the federal requirements, as well as college initiatives, reporting of student
participation in classes will occur at three designated times each semester. These grades verify or
confirm that a student is participating in class or not participating.
Definitions of Participation/Progress Symbols –
H – student not doing acceptable work and needs Help to be successful
Q- has not participated and instructor believes student has unofficially withdrawn (Quit).
Student will be dropped/withdrawn from the class.
V – The instructor Verifies that the student is participating and doing acceptable work.
ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY
Academic honesty is expected of all students. It is the ethical behavior that includes producing
their own work and not representing others’ work as their own either by plagiarism by cheating
or by helping others to do so.
Faculty members who suspect a student of academic dishonesty may penalize the student by
taking appropriate action up to and including assigning a failing grade for the paper, project,
report, exam, or the course itself. Instructors MUST document instances of academic dishonesty,
beyond those of a minor nature, in writing to the academic dean. In the event of a dispute, all
parties should follow the Academic Complaint policy. This policy is in the student rights and
responsibilities (JCC Student Handbook).
SECURITY AND SAFETY
JCC has security guards available for security of students, faculty, staff and visitors.
In case of emergency, each classroom has a “In Case of Emergency” directional map
located near the classroom door.
THIS SYLLABUS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS NEEDED. STUDENTS WILL BE
NOTIFIED OF ANY AND ALL CHANGES NECESSARY TO BE MADE.
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