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Effective date of this calendar, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2002 to Aug. 31, 2003.

Community Support Worker


CSWC 1130 cr-3
Supporting Learning I
Students will examine the interdependence of instructing and learning, and how interdependence relates to the field of mental disabilities. Students will create meaningful learning experiences for people with diverse learning styles. Students will explore and reflect on the concept of caring as it relates to their professional actions.
Prerequisites: part-time- HSWC 1110 & 1160 & CMNS 1110
Corequisites: part-time- HSWC 1145 & CSWC 1170
full-time- HSWC 1145 & 1110 & 1160 & CSWC 1170 & CMNS 1110

CSWC 1170 cr-4.5
Introduction to Practice as a Community Support Worker
Students will be introduced to practice settings where Community Support Workers are usually employed. They will focus on observation methods and the recording of behavior in these settings. They will attend field placements and participate in seminar groups to assist them in relating observations to human services principles. Students will be required to demonstrate selected professional competencies during this practicum.
Prerequisites: part-time- HSWC 1110 & 1160 & CMNS 1110
Corequisites: part-time- HSWC 1145 & CSWC 1130
full-time- HSWC 1160 & 1110 & 1145 & CSWC 1130 & CMNS 1110

CSWC 1230 cr-3
Supporting Learning II
Students will explore the concept quality-of-life and person-centered planning. They will discuss the roles of family and human service caregivers in planning, and develop strategies to support the focus person's goals. Students will examine the philosophy of inclusion and its relationship to self and others.
Prerequisites: CMNS 1110 and CSWC 1130
Corequisites: HSWC 1245

CSWC 1250 cr-3
Working in Schools
Students will explore the practice of classroom assistants in school communities. They will examine philosophical, organizational, and daily aspects of school communities. Students will consider collaborative approaches for enhancing the school experience of all learners.
Prerequisites: CSWC 1130 and CMNS 1110
Corequisites: CSWC 1230

CSWC 1275 cr-6
Professional Practice II
Students will have a four week experience in community settings where Community Support Workers are typically employed. They will also participate in seminars to discuss self, theory, and practice issues.
Prerequisites: HSWC 1205 and 1210 and 1245 and CSWC 1230 and 1250 and 1285

CSWC 1276 cr-4
Professional Practice II
Students will have a four week experience in community settings where Community Support Workers are typically employed. They will also participate in seminars to discuss self, theory, and practice issues.
Prerequisites: HSWC 1205 and 1210 and 1245 and CSWC 1230 and 1250 and 1285

CSWC 1285 cr-3
Personal Care - Community Support Worker
Students will integrate theory and practice to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to provide personal care for individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
Prerequisites: CMNS 1110

CSWC 1330 cr-3
Supporting Learning III
Students will examine alternative and augmentative communication systems, and behavioural supports to enhance an individual's participation and interaction with other. They will explore models of behaviour intervention, proactive decisions, and support strategies
Prerequisites: CSWC 1230

CSWC 1375 cr-5

Professional Practice III
Students will have a five-week experience in community settings where Community Support Workers are typically employed. They will also participate in seminars to discuss self, theory and practice issues.
Prerequisites: HSWC 1305 and 1345 and CSWC 1330


Kwantlen University College
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