COURSE DESCRIPTION

The study of role development with an emphasis on role-making, intra-and interdisciplinary communication and strategies for role implementation.

OBJECTIVES

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the student will have had the opportunity to:

1. Analyze concepts, theories and processes relative to role development for primary health care providers
   

2. Analyze the commonalities and differences in the functional roles of primary health care providers
   

3. Compare and contrast the characteristics of different primary care providers for practice philosophy, educational requirements, professional structure, and regulatory requirements
   

4. Develop strategies for personal and professional development