QLTS 1140 - Safety Competency in LTSS

Institution:

Jackson State Community College

Subject:

Description:

Preq: NoneCoreq: NoneThis course covers material to ensure the safety of an individual, while balancing choice and appropriate levels of risk-taking. The primary responsibility of a direct service worker is to protect individuals from harm in various support situations. The learner will receive information about specific safety strategies to handle situations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, accident prevention, and other hazards. Techniques will be evaluated for avoiding unsafe situations and using appropriate procedures will be examined to help ensure safety during every day and emergency circumstances. Universal precautions, first aid, and infection control will be promoted The learner will have the opportunity to apply these new skills in the various Long Term Services and Support service settings.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jscc.edu

Phone Number:

(731) 424-3520

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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