January 2023 University Catalog with April Addendum

HS5531 Community Advocacy for Aging Populations

The focus of this course is on the role of the human service and public service leader as a community advocate for aging adults. Learners analyze the principles, practices, and ethical considerations used to foster community advocacy for diverse populations. Through a multidisciplinary approach of gathering and summarizing information, learners develop recommendations and formulate a plan of action for older adults through program planning and implementation.

Credits

4