Selected clinical experiences will be in a variety of settings. Problems focus on the individual as well as the family. The clinical practicum includes experiences with family members in acute care, outpatient facilities and community settings. Using Maslow's Hierarchy, families encountered with multiple system problems due to severe need deprivation are encountered. Students negotiate mutual goal setting in a case managed approach to assist the family to self-actualize.
Students arrange clinical placements on an independent basis with the instructor.
Students will utilize health promotion, disease prevention, health teaching, and coordination of care as principle interventions with clients in a variety of community health settings.