HUS 209 - Case Management

Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course covers accepted methods and strategies for effectively assessing client needs, accessing necessary provider agencies, and monitoring and properly documenting service delivery and client welfare.

Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 100 and RDG 100 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Overview of case management
Historical perspectives on case management
Methods of delivering services
Ethical and legal perspectives
Working with diverse populations
Assessment
Interviewing skills
Service delivery planning
Building a case file
Service coordination
Working within an organization
Professional growth and development

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:
Textbook

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Explain and apply ethical decision making as a case manager in the human services setting.
Evaluate the methods of assessment and interviewing used in case management.
Distinguish between the different models of case management.
Summarize the primary roles and responsibilities of case managers in the human services field.
Show cultural competence when applying the principles of case management.

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Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024