Human Health Sciences Professional and Career Development

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

Apply Theoretical Knowledge

• Students will demonstrate the ability to integrate and apply theoretical concepts and skills from their coursework in real-world health sciences settings.

Develop Professional Skills

• Students will cultivate essential professional skills, including job seeking, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking, in a professional health environment.

Receive and Implement Feedback

• Students will learn to accept constructive feedback from their mentoring preceptor and course instructor, applying this feedback to enhance their professional practice.

Reflect on Professional Growth

• Students will engage in reflective practices, assessing their experiences and personal development throughout the internship to identify areas for future improvement.

Understand Ethical Practices

• Students will recognize and adhere to ethical standards and professional guidelines in health sciences, demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.

Network and Build Professional Relationships

• Students will establish connections with health professionals and community stakeholders, fostering relationships that can support future career opportunities.

Create a Final Portfolio

• Students will make a final portfolio related to their internship experience, demonstrating their ability to synthesize learning and contribute to the field of human health sciences.

Evaluate the Internship Experience

• Students will assess the effectiveness of their internship, identifying strengths and areas for growth while articulating how the experience has prepared them for future professional roles.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Attendance	130 points
Weekly Reflection Papers	60 points
Resume, Personal Statement, and Cover Letter	50 points
Updated Resume, Personal Statement, and Cover Letter	50 points
Future Planning Assignment	50 points
Networking and Fair Attendance, Extra Credit	Misc
Final Portfolio	150 points

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance and punctuality are professional behaviors that students are expected to consistently demonstrate as future healthcare professionals. Therefore, attendance in this class is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis rather than through partial credit. The attendance grade reflects whether the minimum attendance standard established for the course has been met, not how close a student comes to meeting that standard. Students who meet the attendance expectations outlined in the Attendance Policy will receive full attendance credit. Students who do not meet these expectations will not earn attendance credit.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

No course materials are required.