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Re-entry Skills: Social Skill Development
Course: WFR114

First Term: 2007 Summer I
 Lecture   1 Credit(s)   1 Period(s)   1 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Social skill development for the incarcerated person preparing to re-enter society. Includes identifying and establishing boundaries as well as modeling these behaviors. Also covers identification of core emotions and development of positive character traits



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Summarize the importance of social skill development for incarcerated persons in transition. (I-VI)
2. Identify types of boundaries. (I)
3. List reasons for setting boundaries. (I, II)
4. Describe and demonstrate acceptable ways to set boundaries with others. (II)
5. Describe parents` role in helping children set boundaries. (III)
6. Identify signs of unhealthy boundaries. (IV)
7. Identify and describe core emotions and their purposes. (V)
8. Explain the pillars of character. (VI)
9. Evaluate personal character. (VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Boundaries
   A. Physical
   B. Emotional
   C. Spiritual
   D. Intellectual
   E. Social
   F. Gender
   G. Necessity for Personal Boundaries
      1. Controlling Behaviors
      2. Motivation
      3. Making Choices
      4. Negative Consequences
      5. Restrictions
      6. Self-Image
II. Setting Boundaries
   A. Saying NO
      1. Direct No
      2. Reflecting No
      3. Reasoned No
      4. Broken Record No
   B. Personal Responsibility
   C. Taking Risks
   D. Personal Rights
   E. Assertive Protection
   F. Self-Image
   G. Communication
      1. Levels
      2. Importance
      3. Strategies
III. Parenting Skills
   A. Developing Boundaries
   B. Modeling Boundaries
   C. Taking Care of Self
   D. Support Systems
IV. Signs of Unhealthy Boundaries
V. Core Emotions
   A. Sadness
   B. Anger
   C. Joy
   D. Fear
VI. Pillars of Character
   A. Honesty and Trustworthiness
   B. Respect
   C. Responsibility
   D. Fairness
   E. Caring
   F. Citizenship
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 5/22/2007

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