CAP 053 - Occupational Education 3: Interpersonal Skills & Communication

Credits: 5
LEC hours per week: 5
This course is designed for students seeking an adult high school diploma through the High School 21 Program, students studying for the GED exam, and students seeking educational enrichment. In this course, students will increase their confidence and ability in writing, reading, math, and digital literacy for academic purposes, employment, and everyday life. Course content emphasizes developing interpersonal and workplace communication skills based on the Employability Framework. This course is designed to prepare students for a successful transition to college-level courses and to develop the behaviors and values relevant to success in higher education and the labor market. Students who successfully complete this course will earn a High School 21 credit in English. Students can earn an additional credit if they demonstrate the requisite competencies. All students under 19 years of age must have a signed release from the last school they attended. Students 16-17 years of age must first be admitted to the College following the Alternative Education Program (AEP) eligibility or Underage Admissions Policy, which is available in the High School Programs office.
Course Outcomes:

Evaluate arguments presented in diverse media formats. (CCRS R5-9)
Comprehend a variety of texts; summarize key supporting details, and cite specific textual evidence. (CCRS R1, 2, and 10).
Create logical arguments and cite evidence using logical and valid reasoning. (CCRS W1 and 9)
Produce clear and coherent writing in which development, organization, and style is appropriate to the task while using an academic writing process. (CCRS W2, 3, 4, and 5)
Conduct short as well as more sustained research project, assessing the credibility of sources, integrating information, and citing relevant sources. (CCRS W7, 8, and 9)
Analyze workplace communication and conflict resolution strategies.
Demonstrate a willingness to complete tasks, seek out new challenges, and set realistic career and academic goals.
Display responsible academic and workplace behaviors, including being consistent, reliable, and punctual.
Show the capability to adapt to new, different, or changing requirements in educational and workplace environments by being open to learning and considering new approaches when completing tasks.
Demonstrate professional behavior, including demonstrating composure in difficult situations, maintaining a professional appearance and personal hygiene, using appropriate language, maintaining a positive attitude, and taking ownership of one’s own work.

Course Topics:

Communication skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Personal qualities.