This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version.
In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the
on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Community and Health Studies
CAHS 1100 cr-2.5
Interpersonal Communication
Students will focus on the knowledge and basic skills for effective
interpersonal communication. They will examine their own style of
communicating. Students will demonstrate effective verbal and
non-verbal communication with others in a variety of contexts.
CAHS 2100 cr-3
The Reflective Practitioner
Students will explore their professional practice through the Art
and Inquiry Workshop, a creating, integrating, and reflecting
inquiry approach. They will examine experiences and issues central
to professionalism as a direct support practitioner.
Prerequisites: One full year of work experience in a field related to Community
and Health Studies.
CAHS 3100 cr-3
Teaching and Learning in Communities
Students will critically examine and apply a variety of teaching/
learning theories, perspectives, and strategies that underlie
meaningful interactions with individuals, families, and groups.
They will explore the influence of personal meaning, beliefs, and
values on teaching/learning processes. Students will participate in
teaching/learning experiences with diverse communities using a
community development model.
Prerequisites: a minimum of 45 credits and ENGL 1100 or 1110 or
equivalent.
CAHS 3105 cr-3
Healing Arts I
Students will examine the philosophy of healing, and the ways in
which creativity, spirituality, and beauty contribute to holistic
health. They will examine theories and models related to
multicultural healing practices. Students will evaluate selected
complementary and alternative therapies to gain practical insights
about personal healing in this assisted online course.
CAHS 3200 cr-3
Becoming a Mentor
Students will analyze organizational cultures and their own
mentoring needs in an on-line learning environment. They will
explore the characteristics, stages, challenges, and rewards of
mentoring relationships in order to become effective mentors.
Students will develop learning plans specific to work-related
transitions such as being a new employee, accepting a new
position, and preparing for retirement.
CAHS 3500 cr-4.5
Nursing Concepts and Theories
Students will examine concepts and theories related to current
nursing practice.They will apply ethical, feminist, and critical social
theories and a phenomenological perspective when exploring self,
others, health, and healing. Students will use their own practice
experiences to make meaning of conceptual frameworks.
Prerequisites: Licensure as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Community & Health Studies Faculty
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