50:705:495Principles of School Nursing and School Health Services (3) The role of the school nurse within the school system as a planner, practitioner, and evaluator of school health services in the community. Theories of school nursing and laws and regulations as they apply to the administration of the school health program are covered. Emphasis will be placed on the school nurse`s role in assessing children relative to their physical, psychological, and environmental well-being including cultural factors related to health and wellness. |
50:705:496Methods and Issues in Health Education (3) Developing the student as a nurse educator within a school health program using a theoretical basis and practical application of methods and materials for teaching health education to children in grades K-12. Emphasis is on health promotion, injury prevention, and substance awareness strategies. Course is specifically developed for the nurse working to meet the requirements for certification as a school nurse. |
50:705:497Contemporary Issues in School Nursing (4) Students collaborate with certified school nurses, health educators, and clinical faculty to further develop expertise, competencies, and skills necessary for certification as a school nurse. Focus on addressing the developmental levels, special learning needs, and cultural differences of all children. Corequisite: 50:705:498. |
50:705:498Contemporary Issues in School Nursing Practicum (6) Students work in the public school program and school health setting with certified school nurses, health educators, and clinical faculty to further develop knowledge, competencies and skills needed for certification as a school nurse. Students perform assessments, screenings, injury care, illness interventions, and health care planning for the school population. |