DGS 299 - Case Management Capstone Project

5 Credits

In this capstone project, students will review and demonstrate essential critical thinking, problem-solving, oral communication, public speaking, research, teamwork, planning, and/or goal-setting skills in the area of case management for housing and homeless services.

Instructor Permission Required Yes
Course Note Student must complete the fall and winter quarter classes in the Housing and Homeless Services one-year certificate program.
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Designed to Serve Course serves students admitted to the case management one-year certificate program.
Active Date 20240401T16:36:10

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 28
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Overview and purpose of the capstone
Technical skills review
Soft skills for success in case management
Hard skills for success in case management
Career and self-development skills
Topics for final project
Sources and outline
Project development
Peer review
Final presentation

Student Learning Outcomes
Construct an original proposal addressing a specific need within the homeless population, adhering to industry standards and course outcomes.

Deliver a professional proposal to diverse audiences involved in serving the homeless population or familiar with their needs.

Demonstrate mastery in program coordination and support skills necessary for success in delivering direct services in the housing and homeless service sector.

Demonstrate mastery in career readiness and self-development skills to successfully advance professionally in the housing and homeless service sector.