Credit Course Schedules

Community Health - Spring 2025

Term Definitions

In Person
Classes meet in person on campus; specific days/times/location
Online - Asynchronous
Classes meet fully online; no specific days/times/locations
Online - Synchronous (Zoom)
Classes meet via Zoom or other resource; specific days/times
Hybrid - Online Asynchronous & Online Synchronous (Zoom)
A portion of the classes meet synchronous via Zoom or other resource and a portion is asynchronous online; there will be some specific days/times
Hybrid - Online & In-person
A portion of the classes meet in person on campus and a portion is asynchronous or synchronous online; there will be some specific days/times/locations
Hybrid - Online Asynchronous & In Person
Classes meet in both asynchronous online and in-person modes; specific meeting times and locations for in-person portions of classes are listed with each course
Hybrid - Online Synchronous (Zoom) & In Person
Classes meet in both synchronous online (Zoom) and in-person modes; specific meeting times and locations are listed with each course
Hyflex
Combines online and face-to-face instruction. Students may participate in different ways: online - synchronous, online - asynchronous, face-to-face, or as a flexible learner (student has a degree of choice as to how they participate each week).
Flex
Flex courses may provide students with the opportunity to meet in-person on campus, on the synchronous days and times already scheduled, if conditions allow.
Imputed credits
Imputed credits are developmental courses for students who need to prepare themselves for college-level work. They count toward financial aid requirements but do not count toward earned college credits or GPA.
Interactive TV
Classes are taught live from one campus location and broadcast to one or more additional campus locations. Cameras and microphones at all sites allow faculty and learners to see and talk with each other.
Direct Support Pro. Internship — 3111
COH 1020 – 1 credits
Shannon E. Bessette

Students will gain practical experience participating in a minimum of 45 hours of supervised work through an organization, agency, or hospital providing direct support services for clients. Students will apply the skills they have learned in service navigation and referral, networking, teamwork, ethics, and communication skills. Students will further learn how to advocate for individuals and families so that clients can live fulfilled lives integrated into the community. The student, faculty coordinator, and site supervisor will work together to create an appropriate learning experience for the student, which also includes a weekly seminar. Finally, the student will create a professional portfolio revolving around National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals standards. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Jan 21 – May 16 TBD
Fundamentals of Client Care — 3110
COH 1400 – 3 credits
Rachel D. O'Brian

Students will learn the fundamental skills involved in being a Direct Support Professional, including helping clients with their physical, social, and daily living needs, medication management, and therapies. Additionally, students will learn and practice assessment, planning, and communication skills. Students will also be introduced to professional ethical standards such as client confidentiality and cultural competency. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Jan 21 – May 16 TBD
Direct Support Pro. Intern II — 3112
COH 2010 – 2 credits
Shannon E. Bessette

Students will gain practical experience participating in a minimum of 90 hours of supervised work through an organization, agency, or hospital providing direct support services for clients, beyond the Direct Support Professional Internship 1020. Students will apply the skills they have learned in service navigation and referral, networking, teamwork, ethics, and communication skills. Students will further learn how to advocate for individuals and families so that clients can live fulfilled lives integrated into the community. The student, faculty coordinator, and site supervisor will work together to create an appropriate learning experience for the student, which also includes a weekly seminar. Finally, the student will create a professional portfolio revolving around National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (DSP-2) standards. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Jan 21 – May 16 TBD