Course Outline of Record

Item	Value
Curriculum Committee Approval Date	12/09/2016
Top Code	130900 - Gerontology
Units	3 Total Units
Hours	54 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 54)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Course Credit Status	Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee	No
Basic Skills	Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable	No
Grading Policy	Standard Letter (S),  Pass/No Pass (B)

Course Description

Formerly: GERO C131. This course content is specifically targeted to students who are interested in understanding the non-medical in-home care industry and/or in operating an in-home care business. Provides in-depth information about the applicable California regulations that apply as well as the real-life challenges of operating an in-home care business. ADVISORY: BIOL C120 or SOC C120. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

1. Interpret and apply major theories and principles of aging to determine their impact and implication on the caregiving environment.
2. Apply regulatory requirements and care techniques and provide clear documentation and communication with regulatory agencies and clientele.
3. Apply valid research principles in the creation of a plan for a Home Care Business.

Course Objectives

• 1. Differentiate between medical and non-medical in-home care and be able to locate and follow the regulations for home care, with a focus on California.
• 2. Communicate with clients, assess client needs, observe and document care.
• 3. Discuss the practical issues in operating a Home Care Business.

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Lecture Content

Scope of in-home care industry in California Home health agencies (medical) v. home care agencies (non-medical) Legal Terms Ethical Principles Overview of non-medical in-home care Regulated in some states Overview of applicable California Regulations Permissible In-home care services Continuum of care Providing the Basic Services Assessment of clients needs Cultural Competency Time Management Observing and documenting care Components of Effective Communication Techniques for properly providing necessary care Infection Control Nutrition--feeding someone Personal Care Transferring Common limitations and diseases Addressing dementia and its behavioral manifestations Basic nutrition and hydration Home Environment Maintenance and Fire Safety CA Regulations that apply to Home Care Organizations (HCOs) Regulated by the CA Department of Social Services All HCOs must be licensed Licensing requirements Renewal requirements CA Regulations that apply to Home Care Aides (HCAs) Backgrounds checks TB screening Training Overtime rules Practical Issues in Operating a Home Care Business Finding and training home care aides Marketing to potential clients Complying with regulatory requirements Record keeping Common operational issues

Method(s) of Instruction

• Lecture (02)
• DE Online Lecture (02X)

Instructional Techniques

The classroom delivery method includes lecture, discussion, question-and-answer sessions, small-group problem solving, and case study reviews based on real life situations. Classroom instruction will be supplemented, where appropriate, by PowerPoint presentations, use of internet technology, guest speakers and field trips.

Reading Assignments

Library assignments; assigned reading of textbooks, journals, and regulation documentation; practice quizzes and exercises on lesson materials; look up key terms; case studies and/or ethical exercises.

Writing Assignments

Students will complete essays or research reports that require them to analyze, interpret, evaluate, and synthesize concepts introduced in the class and draw appropriate conclusions and to present their conclusions in a well-organized and clearly written format

Out-of-class Assignments

Reading and written assignments; research assignments; preparation of content to share with the class and responses to content presented; analysis of case studies and/or review of expert interviews; responses to guiding questions on course content; self-assessments

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

Application of research and analysis of case studies; reports back to the group on data and research involving the topic discussed; research reports requiring evaluation and synthesis of course concepts to reach solid conclusions.

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

Analysis of case studies; reviews of expert interviews; responses to guiding questions; presentations and responses to content presented by others may be assigned; demonstrations/critiques of caregiving techniques.

Eligible Disciplines

Gerontology: Masters degree in gerontology OR the equivalent OR see interdisciplinary studies. Masters degree required.

Textbooks Resources

1. Required CA Dept of Social Services. The Home Care Services Consumer Protection Act Version Three, 3rd ed. CA Dept of Social Services, 2016 Rationale: - Legacy Textbook Transfer Data: Legacy text 2. Required National Caregivers Library. The Caregivers Handbook, ed. www.caregiverslibrary.org, 2015 Rationale: - Legacy Textbook Transfer Data: Legacy text

Other Resources

1. Coastline Library