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DOCUMENTATION IN HUMAN SERVICES (CHS-253164)

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Course Description:


Learn to plan, implement, and manage a complete documentation system through a variety of case studies and practical applications. Compare and contrast alternative techniques of information collection and analysis and illustrate alternative manual and automated techniques and formats for recording, filing and retrieving information. Apply the legal, ethical, administrative and professional requirements related to the recording and disclosure of private and confidential information. Understand the importance of time management in meeting documentation requirements. Illustrate effective communication skills when documenting course requirements. Create a viable documentation and management information system for a target agency.

Course prerequisites: Case Management or equivalent experience.

Preferred: Human Service Management, Non-profit Management, or equivalent experience.


This online course is offered through Online Learning. You can take this as an individual course or as part of an online degree program, with term starts in March, May, September, November and January. View current term offerings and all online courses. Click here to register for online courses.

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Upper Level
Credits: 4
Term(s) Offered (Subject to Change) : Spring 1. Fall 1.

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