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This course focuses on mindfulness-based stress reduction practices, including mindfulness meditation and movement practices. Application of these stress reduction practices in everyday life will be supported through the in-class practice of various mindfulness techniques and shared self-reflection.

An introduction to the roles and core competencies of Community Health Workers (CHW) and the requirements of the Â黨´«Ã½ÉòоÓïÀÏʦ¼Ò·Ã CHW Certificate Program. Students will learn key public health concepts and models for providing person-centered services, and assess their readiness and interest in the CHW Certificate Program.

An overview of child feeding, eating and nutrition, with an emphasis on practical skills and approaches to influence positive eating behaviors that promote optimal health and nutrition. Topics include the feeding relationship, breast/chest feeding, planning healthy meals & snacks, food safety, weight inclusion, physical activity, nutrition education, policy, child nutrition programs & food assistance resources.

Students complete an internship with local employers to gain meaningful work experience and earn credit towards their Addiction and Recovery Counseling certificate. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.

Introduction to group facilitation skills within the context of treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Focus will be on group dynamics, interpersonal and intrapersonal process and group facilitation skills. It prepares students for competence in group and family addiction treatment facilitation and to work towards the Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor credential, as required by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP).

Overview of the different types of viral hepatitis, their characteristics and treatment options with a focus on hepatitis C as a current public health issue especially among IV drug users. Emphasis on the practice of harm reduction, prevention, navigation and advocacy for communities experiencing substance use, HIV and viral hepatitis.

Basic principles and practices of harm reduction and overdoes prevention strategies.

Multilingual students are introduced to the field of healthcare interpreting (HCI) and the California HCI Standards, exploring the roles and scope of practice of healthcare interpreters. Completion of this course, along with proof of language proficiency in English and in a language of service, is required for possible admission to the HCI Certificate of Achievement program.

This course supports the HLTH 79W fieldwork class and allows students to make a connection between core course materials and the workplace. Throughout this course, students engage in critical analysis of their strengths and weaknesses as interns and as potential professionals in the field. Key concepts and skills include establishing professional boundaries, using clinical supervision, certification examination support and seeking employment strategies.

This course provides an overview of basic physiology and pharmacology including how chemicals are administered and metabolized, The systemic, behavioral, and psychological effects of addiction, along with the latest clinical research and evidence-based treatment practices, are reviewed.