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Fall 2019 Official General Catalog 
    
Fall 2019 Official General Catalog [Archived Catalog]

HST 100 - Seminar in Health Sciences


This course provides an overview of various aspects related to selecting and preparing for a career in the health sciences.  Students will gain an understanding of strategies to become successful at SUNY Broome Community College, including development of learning and study strategies to enhance academic success, effective time management techniques, information management skills, a working knowledge of campus services and resources, and an understanding of academic and college policies.  Students will identify their career interests and the characteristics, educational, and training requirements related to their chosen career.  An introduction to professional behavior, ethical decision making, laws affecting the healthcare system, and cultural diversity and sensitivity is included.

Credits: 1
Hours
1 Class Hour
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Identify their learning style and strategies to be successful within their academic pursuits.
  2. Locate campus resources and state campus policies to increase academic success.
  3. Demonstrate ability to prepare and deliver a presentation which provides an in-depth exploration of a culture, precautions healthcare workers should take when working with patients from this culture, and a critical analysis of cultural competence and sensitivity.
  4. Indentify their career interest and the characteristics, education, and training requirements related to obtaining a career within this profession.
  5. Complete a resume for professional use.
  6. Demonstrate proficiency with information management.