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GSS1053

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ETHICS AND PROFESSIONALISM

First Year StudiesHealth Sciences

Subject Code

GSS

Course Number

1053

Department(s)

Course Description

Open only to nursing majors. This course will introduce the concepts and principles of ethical behavior and professionalism. Students will explore the history of the development of ethics and the professions, and will learn criteria necessary for professional status. Ethical theories, principles, and professional values will be studied. Course content will include the application of critical thinking skills to ethical and professional issues; and the role of writing skills for health professional. Professional responsibility and accountability will be focus for study.

Course Attributes

First Year Seminars, Service Learning, Values/Ethics-V

Units

4

Restrictions

Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Nursing (NURS) Cannot be enrolled in one of the following Classes: Junior (JR) Sophomore (SO) Senior (SR)