vcc.ca
HRCA 1140: Common Health Challenges 1
Effective date
September 2018
Department
Health Care Assistant
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course introduces students to the normal structure and function of the human body and normal bodily changes associated with aging. Students will also be encouraged to explore person-centred practice as it relates to the normal body changes associated with aging.
Credits
1.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
ELSK 0701, HRCA 1103, HRCA 1105, HRCA 1120, HRCA 1122, HRCA 1130.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Display an understanding of the structure and function of the human body and normal changes associated with aging.
- Describe ways to organize, administer and evaluate person-centred care and service for clients experiencing normal body changes associated with aging.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Lecture
Variety of group activities
Online activities
Variety of group activities
Online activities
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+ = 64%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
30 |
Multiple choice exam |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
35 |
Multiple choice exam |
|
Final Exam |
35 |
Multiple choice exam |
Course topics
- 1. Structure and function of the human body. 2. Normal changes in the structure and function of the body associated with aging.
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.