FAM 4450 - Children in Medical Setting

Institution:

Weber State University

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The purpose of this course is to understand and serve children and families in the medical setting and to provide basic background and knowledge of Child Life practices. This course prepares individuals who plan to complete a 600-hour volunteer internship in the field of Child Life. Passing this course is required prior to entering into an internship and taking the National Child Life Certification Examination.The content of this course is designed to create a foundation of knowledge, both academically and practically, in the required core competencies of the Association of Child Life Professionals to achieve the nationally recognized Child Life Certification. The core competencies include the ability to assess and provide services to infants, children, youth, and families in a medical setting including stress management, coping strategies, educational preparation, age-appropriate interventions and community resource education.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.weber.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 626-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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