SHSV 146 Leadership Development & Ethics

5 credits

The student will develop a basic understanding of leadership principles, qualities, practices, and ethics. Students will also acquire personal leadership skills and philosophies.

Prerequisites: SHSV 110 or instructor permission.

Quarters Offered: Fall

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define leadership and recognize leadership styles in a variety of human service agencies
Identify and describe leadership roles in a variety of human services settings
Evaluate personal and organizational vision
Describe the problem solving and critical thinking skills required for effective leadership
Apply leadership strategies for dealing with a changing and diverse workforce
Model high ethical standards and codes of conduct
Analyze ethical dilemmas and apply ethical criterion in handling them
Generate opportunities to enhance leadership skills