MEDA 150 - Navigator Skills and Coaching

Credits: 2
LEC hours per week: 2
This course defines the scope of practice of the patient navigator and applies navigator skills to coaching clients regarding their health maintenance, disease prevention, compliance with treatment plan, community resources, and adaptations relevant to patient needs. The principles and techniques of motivational interviewing are introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Medical Assistant program.
Course Attribute(s): None