10-544-103 Gerontology Fieldwork 1

Examine the scope, values, and principles of the gerontology profession. Coursework includes the typical roles and duties of aging services professionals. Students assess their own motivations, attitudes, and interests. In addition to the regular classroom hours, observation and fieldwork in a community-based setting working with older adults is required. Students must complete or have on file current, valid Background Information Disclosure (BID) and Caregiver Background Check (annual Wisconsin and Minnesota) forms, as part of this course.
Date:
2/15/17
Primary Material Type:
Collection
Institution:
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 4
Subjects:
Ethics, Ethical competence, Fieldwork, Ethical standards, Regulatory, Regulations, Compliance, Values, Decision-making, Self-care, Self-awareness, Work/life balance, Safety training, Policies and procedures, Culture, Cultural competence, Professionalism, Accountability, Legislation, Advocacy, Confidentiality, Supervision, Communication, Information management, Teamwork, Conflict management, Conflict-resolution, Interdisciplinary team, Self-disclosure

Industry / Occupation

Industry Sector:
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation:
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (29-0000)

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Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Associate Degree
Language:
en_US
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