HSER 267 Leadership in Human Services provides a basic introduction to leadership concepts. Students self-reflect as they explore the concepts of emotional intelligence, leadership style, and the qualities and attributes of an effective leader. Students create a plan for developing personal leadership skills and have opportunities to improve their leadership performance in managing conflict, overcoming obstacles, and establishing a constructive climate.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of an ECCE, SSW, or EACSW certificate
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 45 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Analyze how leadership theories and perspectives impact the collective understanding of leadership.
- Examine leadership practice in multiple contexts.
- Describe the contribution leadership philosophies, traits, skills, and behaviors have on one’s overall leadership.
- Recognize the influence leadership values have on relationships.
- Develop collaboration and critical thinking skills.
Teaching and Learning Approach
The instructional activities in this course include online instructor presentations, assigned readings, self-
assessment tools, videos, guest speakers, and reflective writing.Learning Resources
Required:
Kimmerer, R. (2013). Braiding sweetgrass: Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of plants.
Milkweed Editions.Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. 1. Course Overview What is Leadership?
2. 2. Everyday Leadership
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3. Can Ducks Go to Eagle School?
4. 4. Leadership Theories and Approaches
5. 5. Be the Change: Staying True to Our Values
6. 6. Leading Skillfully
7. 7. Vulnerability in leadership: Establishing Trust
8. 8. Understanding your Gifts: Strengths- Based leadership
9. 9. Building Community: Establishing a Constructive Climate
10. 10. Being a Compassionate Leader
11. 11. Being an Adaptable Leader
12. 12. Being an Ethical Leader
13. 13. Being a Resilient Leader
14. 14. Shared Learning: Reviewing Case Study Outcomes
Assessment
| Title |
Learning Outcomes |
Value |
| What? So What? Now What? Reflective Journal |
1,2,3,4,5 |
30% |
| Understanding Leadership: Self-Assessment and Reflection |
1,2,3,4,5 |
20% |
| Case Study and Group Presentation |
2,3,4,5 |
25% |
| Personal Leadership Framework |
1,2,3,4,5 |
25% |
| Total |
100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.