Explain the purpose of electrocardiography as it is related to the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart.
Perform the skills necessary to complete an electrocardiogram.
Describe basic hematology laboratory tests and the components and function of the blood.
Perform phlebotomy skills, including venipuncture and skin puncture correctly and successfully.
Demonstrate proper technique in obtaining blood glucose measurements and other components of blood obtained through skin puncture.
Explain the reasons for the collection of urine, stool and sputum specimens in assessing health status and diagnosing disease.
Perform procedures for collecting, measuring and testing urine, stool and sputum specimens appropriately.
Describe basic anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and the underlying principles associated with respiration.
Demonstrate skills in administration of low-flow oxygen therapy, reservoir systems, hyperinflations therapy, and oxygen assessment.
Function as an unlicensed individual in the role of a nurse aide within the legal and ethical standards set forth by the profession nursing as regulated by the State Board of Nursing for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective communication skills.
Apply the basic principles of infection control.
Assist with basic emergency procedures.
Demonstrate behavior that maintains client and/or client rights.
Demonstrate behaviors and skills that promote client and clients independence and prevents abuse
Provide for a safe, clean environment.
Provide personal care as directed by the licensed professional/practitioner/supervisor.
Provide care to client when death is imminent.
Demonstrate skills that incorporate principles of restorative care under the direction of a licensed professional/practitioner/supervisor.
Demonstrate basic skills by identifying the psychosocial characteristics of the populations being served in the nursing facility and/or by the health care agency including persons affected by intellectual disabilities, mental illness, Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders that cause cognitive impairment.
Explain how to anticipate and manage crises and identifies alternative solutions when appropriate interventions fail.
Plan problem-solving strategies using critical thinking to improve the health care delivery process.
Employ leadership and peer mentoring skills in the clinical setting.
Explain the purpose of electrocardiography as it is related to the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart.
Perform the skills necessary to complete an electrocardiogram.
Describe basic hematology laboratory tests and the components and function of the blood.
Perform phlebotomy skills, including venipuncture and skin puncture correctly and successfully.
Demonstrate proper technique in obtaining blood glucose measurements and other components of blood obtained through skin puncture.
Explain the reasons for the collection of urine, stool and sputum specimens in assessing health status and diagnosing disease.
Perform procedures for collecting, measuring and testing urine, stool and sputum specimens appropriately.
Describe basic anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and the underlying principles associated with respiration.
Demonstrate skills in administration of low-flow oxygen therapy, reservoir systems, hyperinflations therapy, and oxygen assessment.
Function as an unlicensed individual in the role of a nurse aide within the legal and ethical standards set forth by the profession nursing as regulated by the State Board of Nursing for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective communication skills.
Apply the basic principles of infection control.
Assist with basic emergency procedures.
Demonstrate behavior that maintains client and/or client rights.
Demonstrate behaviors and skills that promote client and clients independence and prevents abuse
Provide for a safe, clean environment.
Provide personal care as directed by the licensed professional/practitioner/supervisor.
Provide care to client when death is imminent.
Demonstrate skills that incorporate principles of restorative care under the direction of a licensed professional/practitioner/supervisor.
Demonstrate basic skills by identifying the psychosocial characteristics of the populations being served in the nursing facility and/or by the health care agency including persons affected by intellectual disabilities, mental illness, Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders that cause cognitive impairment.
Explain how to anticipate and manage crises and identifies alternative solutions when appropriate interventions fail.
Plan problem-solving strategies using critical thinking to improve the health care delivery process.
Employ leadership and peer mentoring skills in the clinical setting.
Program Description
The College is dedicated to a comprehensive effort that encourages the attitude of inquiry, the skill of problem solving, and concern for the values of a democratic society in each student. This philosophy of general education seeks to give each student the knowledge, skills, and values needed for lifetime learning and for becoming a self-fulfilled individual.
Delaware County Community College has instituted nine College Academic Learning Goals (CALG) as the core of our general education program. Since the focus is on skills, knowledge and abilities rather than courses, there is no mandatory set of courses that every graduate will take to complete the general education portion of a degree program. Each degree, career, and transfer program has been designed by the College’s faculty to meet these goals. The goals are met either by general education courses or by required program courses that have been designed to meet one or more of the learning goals. Each degree program guides its graduates to achieve the College Academic Learning Goals in the way that is most reasonable and helpful to students in that field of study. Some certificates also include CALG-designated courses. The courses that meet the College Academic Learning Goals are part of, not in addition to, the program.
The nine College Academic Learning Goals are:
Critical Reasoning: Graduates will demonstrate critical reasoning. Course List
Diversity and Social Justice: Graduates will demonstrate an understanding of inequality, oppression, power, privilege, and the struggle for social justice faced by historically marginalized people. Course List
Global Understanding: Graduates will demonstrate the ability to recognize and analyze global topics and issues. Course List
Information Literacy: Graduates will demonstrate the ability to find, evaluate, and communicate information found in the course of their research. Course List
Information Technology: Graduates will demonstrate the ability to use information technology. Course List
Oral Communication: Graduates will demonstrate the ability to communicate orally by delivering and receiving messages competently. Course List
Quantitative Reasoning: Graduates will demonstrate the ability to apply mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning to solve problems. Course List
Scientific Inquiry: Graduates will demonstrate a conceptual and a quantitative understanding of natural science disciplines and develop scientific inquiry skills. Course List
Written Communication: Graduates will demonstrate the ability to compose coherent, evidence-based academic writing. Course List
