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HSER 255 Professional Foundations for Human Services explores foundations of Human Service Worker professional practice through an examination of the issues surrounding professional identity, ethical practice, and the interdisciplinary team approach. The skills required for communicating as a professional and as a team member, both oral and written, are developed throughout the course.

HSER 257 Mental Health Issues: Practical Responses provides instruction in a variety of rehabilitative and treatment modalities used in work with individuals facing mental health challenges. Attitudes toward mental health and substance use problems and how they impact helper effectiveness are explored in a supportive milieu. Evidence-based practices such as Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Harm

HSER 258 Fundamentals of Change I is designed to assist the student in developing self-awareness as a helper, and in developing both an understanding and a beginning level of skill. Students are required to participate in exercises, role plays, simulations and video taping of interviews and counselling sessions, in order to accomplish the course objectives.

HSER 259 Fundamentals of Change II is designed to assist students to build advanced helping skills on the base developed in HSER 258. Students will learn to use their helping relationships and interpersonal communication skills within the framework of the helping process model. Students are required to demonstrate their skill development on video tape, as well as demonstrate analytical skills

HSER 264 Introduction to Professional Child and Youth Care is designed to provide an overview of the child and youth care field, and the professional identity of child and youth care workers, which will enable the student to work with and advocate for children, youth and families in a more effective way. Students will explore the historical development of the field and gain a working understanding

HSER 267 Leadership in Human Services provides a basic introduction to leadership concepts. Students self-reflect as they explore the concepts of emotional intelligence, leadership style, and the qualities and attributes of an effective leader. Students create a plan for developing personal leadership skills and have opportunities to improve their leadership performance in managing conflict

HSER 270 Practicum in a Child and Youth Care Setting. A 200 to 250 hour practicum located in a child and youth care setting. This practicum requires students to work directly with children and/or youths in order to promote professional skill acquisition and integration. Emphasis is placed on observation and recording skills, awareness of personal functioning in relation to the children and/or

HSER 276 Issues in Youth will explore the issues that face those in adolescence and early adulthood in various societies. 'Adolescence' and 'early adulthood' are terms used to describe a time of life in which major developmental and social changes occur. An exploration of adolescence and early adulthood, and the issues that are unique to these stages of life in various societies will occur

HSER 280 Advanced Human Service Practicum. A second level or advanced practicum for individuals who have completed a previous block practicum or have demonstrated those skills through a PLA. After an orientation to the agency, students are expected to provide direct services, assuming full responsibility with appropriate supervision, to specified clients, or client groups. Students will develop

HSER 281 Directed Studies Methods is a self directed course where students are expected to demonstrate a basic understanding of the specific theoretical approaches to working with a specific client population. Further, students are expected to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the specific concerns and issues related to this distinctive group, and demonstrate an understanding of the

HSER 600 Motivational Interviewing - Brief Interventions and Support Strategies. This 12-hour lecture format exponential workshop is designed to provide practitioners and students with basic Motivational Interviewing Skills in order to enhance the effectiveness of their work with both mental health, addiction and concurrent conditions in a variety of settings. Motivational Interviewing is a

INDG 60 Indigenous Ways Through Art - Provincial Level. Under the guidance and mentorship of local Elders, artists and facilitators, and drawing on the collective knowledge of the participants, the course will explore topics including: colonization, reconciliation, traditional knowledge, and identity how these concerns manifest physically and aesthetically in contemporary art practices. Students

INDG 60 Indigenous Ways Through Art - Provincial Level. Under the guidance and mentorship of local Elders, artists and facilitators, and drawing on the collective knowledge of the participants, the course will explore topics including: colonization, reconciliation, traditional knowledge, and identify how these concerns manifest physically and aesthetically in contemporary art practices. Students

INDG 100 Regional Perspectives on Language and Cultures. Staff, students and community members are encouraged to take this introductory course so that they may experience the voices, cultures, histories, values, beliefs, oral traditions, literature, and art of Lakes-Sinixt, Okanagan-Syilx, Ktunaxa and Metis peoples. In light of the national Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the College's

INDG 101 Indigenous People's Relationships: Once You've Heard the Story. Students are introduced to how colonial policies and legislation has and continues to impact relationships between Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Metis, Inuit), settlers and the Canadian and Provincial governments, and the broader western world view. The oral system of historical documentation, Indigenous stories

INDG 102 Walk the Talk: Indigenous Worldview Applications. Students will build awareness and insight into Indigenous worldview, teachings, protocols, and methodologies through experiential learning and application. Indigenous ways of learning such as circle pedagogy, oral presentation, research, and various Indigenous methodologies make this an interactive relational course. Students are required

INDG 202 Canadian Literature I: Indigenous Voices. From the earliest narratives, Euro Canadian writing has framed our understanding of Indigenous peoples. We will examine the works of Indigenous writers from across Canada. Reading and discussion will give us an opportunity to understand First People's literature, including the response to colonialism, and to experience the vitality of First People

INDG 287 Introduction to Indigenous Teachings and Practices. This course will provide students with an introduction to Indigenous studies, including key concepts, themes and topics relevant to Indigenous histories and contemporary practices. The history and impact of colonialism, residential schools and oppression will be explored. We will explore Indigenous Worldview and ways in which we can

INDG 302 Indigenous Health and Healing introduces students to the topic of Aboriginal health and healing from the time prior to first contact with European newcomers through to the present. We will also focus on cultural awareness and critical thinking on current Aboriginal health and healing issues. Aboriginal health and healing will be explored from within a variety of Aboriginal perspectives

INTS 15 Interpersonal Skills I helps students by developing interpersonal skills essential for employment and to succeed in workplace activities. Students will learn about positive attitudes, appropriate behaviours, and strategies for getting along with others.

INTS 17 Interpersonal Skills II builds upon the skills developed in INTS 15. Students will continue to build upon their interpersonal skills that are essential for success in the employment setting. Students will learn about positive attitudes, positive communication and feedback, ethical interactions and choices, strategies for getting along with others, accountability and responsibility.

IPHE 400 Inter-professional Care of the Older Adult will detail the unique roles and functions of geriatric care by exploring historical underpinnings, societal needs, and current issues. Two conceptual models for care of acutely ill, chronically ill or frail elders will provide students with the foundation for application of assessment tools and critical analysis. A focus on health promotion and

IPHE 401 Spirituality and Aging. As the physical body ages it declines and deteriorates. In contrast, the human spirit continues to develop and mature until the end of life. Participants in this course will examine the importance of spirituality in aging, and its positive effects on health, wellness and achievement of meaning in life. Conversely, suffering or spiritual distress can rob an older

IPHE 402 Physiological Function in the Aged focuses on an in-depth exploration of the normal physiological changes that occur as a result of aging and the cumulative effects of external and internal variables that increase the risk for negative functional consequences in this population. From there, students will explore the most relevant resources and approaches to care to promote health, well

IPHE 410 Medication Use and Abuse. Most aging people use medication (prescription or over-the-counter) to treat a variety of chronic or symptomatic problems. This course seeks to define the professionals role in medication management with aging clients. An understanding of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics related to the aging body will assist the gerontological caregiver in understanding