Course Descriptions

HSW - 137 Support Strategies for Skill Development in Cross-Cultural Settings

3 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the principles of culturally responsive behaviour support. Students will investigate current positive behavioural interventions and support (PBIS) strategies and compare and contrast these with traditional Indigenous approaches to behaviour support and intervention. Culturally responsive support strategies for skill development and enhancement of quality of life will also be included.

Prerequisite(s):

• Admission to the Human Services Certificate - Educational Assistant / Community Support, Indigenous Focus program. C in HSW 131 , HSW 132 , HSW 164 , FNS 160 , ENG 115  or ENG 117 , and PSY 250 .

Note: Effective Fall 2023 the prerequisite will become:Admission to the Human Services Certificate- Educational Assistant/Community Support, Indigenous Focus program. C in ENG 116  and HSW 136 .
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