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Course Descriptions
HDFS222 Family Relations
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
A practical and theoretical course examining
communication patterns and relationships between
adults, adults and children, and within intimate personal
relations (marriage, families, and couple relations).
Emphasis is placed on understanding the role of the
family and its consequent role in the development of
the child, along with the development of practical
application skills to use this knowledge base to
conduct individualized home visits with families with
young children.
HDFS225 Prenatal, Infant, and Toddler Development
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course introduces the principles of development,
prenatal through two years of age. Emphasis will be on
physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth and
development of young children.
HDFS229 Development in Middle Childhood
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course includes the study of growth and
development in six through twelve year old children.
Emphasis will be placed on physical, cognitive,
emotional, and social growth of the school-aged child.
HDFS247 Preschool Child Development
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
The principles of development as they apply to the young
child ages two and one-half through five. Emphasis is
placed on physical, cognitive, emotional, and social
growth in children in this age group. Students gain
experience in observation and assessment.
HDFS285 Professional Issues in Early Childhood
Education
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Early childhood educators fulfill a diverse role in present
society. This course prepares students to meet the many
professional roles requiring knowledge of ethics, conflict
resolution, advocacy, and understanding of how to
influence the government process. Also covers the latest
information available in child development, family studies,
and changes in rules and regulations governing early
childhood education programs.
Prerequisite: WR121 with a “C” or better.
HUMAN SERVICES
HS100 Introduction to Human Services
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
An introductory course in the nature and scope of
selected social problems in America and the relationship
of these problems to the historical development of the
human service system and human service
organizations. This course will assist the student in
exploring the field of human services as a possible
career choice. Students will examine their values,
interpersonal skills, and knowledge base related to
becoming a competent professional.
HS150 Personal Effectiveness for the Helping
Professions
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Develops knowledge and skills to improve personal
effectiveness. Uses individual and small group
experiences to enhance skills in communication, values
clarification, problem-solving, self-awareness, conflict
management, and ethical decision-making.
HS154 Community Resources
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Students will learn about the agencies and programs that
form the foundation for human service practice. Visits to
local social services organizations are an integral part of
this course. Students will begin to acquire the skills for
needs assessment, resource referral and effective
service delivery required at the micro, mezzo, and
macro levels of practice.
HS155 Interviewing Theory and Techniques
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course is designed to provide the student with the
theoretical basis for effective interviewing techniques.
Special emphasis will be placed on developing attending
skills at the beginning level. Students will participate
extensively in classroom role-plays as well as utilize
audiotapes and video-recording. While this course is
specifically designed for the developing human services
worker, students of other disciplines can benefit greatly
from participation. Multicultural examples will be included
throughout the course.
HS167/SOC230 Gerontology
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course presents an exciting and dynamic survey of
the developmental process of aging. Students will
examine the social, physical, emotional, spiritual, and
cultural aspects which influence the experience of aging.
Coursework provides essential information for all who
plan to work with elders, as well as an excellent
opportunity to explore and promote a positive personal
view of aging. Students will be introduced to the current
theories, policies, and practices in gerontology and
professional opportunities in the field. Concerns of
practitioners and focus on service delivery and policy
directions will also be addressed.
Southwestern Oregon Community College 2006-07 Catalog www.socc.edu Course Descriptions 179