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HESfacultybrakefieldhes310descript

HESfacultybrakefieldhes310descript

HES 310 ISSUES HUMAN ENVIR SCIENCES

 

Instructor:  J Brakefield

Credit Hours:  3 hrs.

 

Course Description

An examination of current issues and trends as they relate to the professions in family and consumer sciences.  Course is designed to prepare CHES professionals to be competent to assume leadership roles in business, public, and private sectors that focus on supporting individuals, families, consumers, and communities in society.  Students will understand the synergistic, integrative nature of the family and consumer sciences profession and will learn to apply this knowledge to their unique areas of professional specialization.  Students will develop a professional orientation to apply their skills and abilities for the well-being of others to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse, global society.

 

Course Objectives

1.       Understand the interaction, interrelatedness, and capacity building opportunities of individuals, families, consumers, and communities using a systematic, lifespan approach. 

         

2.       Learn how to apply scientific solutions and critical thinking skills gleaned from their programs of study in the goal of improving the quality of life of the clients they serve.    

         

3.       Recognize and appreciate the concepts of global interdependence and cultural diversity of individuals, families, consumers, and communities.  Value the importance of building collaborations and partnerships in the work place and public sector.

         

4.       Learn to use state-of-the-art technologies and resources in addressing issues concerning individuals, families, consumers, and communities.

 

5.       Understand the significance of professional ethics, etiquette, and continued education.

 

6.       Recognize their professional obligation in the formation and support of public policies that embrace the well-being of the communities in which they live and work. 

         

7.       Engage in self-assessment of skills, personality, and interests and apply this knowledge to an individualized career search.

 

 

 

 

 

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