Course Offerings

Health

HLTH 102  FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS.  Activity course emphasizing cardiovascular fitness and skills of that particular activity. Prerequisite: Students must have the physical capabilities to be able to perform the normal activities in this course. Students with physical disabilities may use approved accommodations by the ADA Academic Coordinator to perform the normal activities of the course.      1-2

HLTH 110  HEALTH CONCEPTS.  This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge and comprehension of basic health concepts and theories as they relate to a variety of health and wellness topics.              3

HLTH 201  ATOD PREVENTION EDUCATION.  Concepts and analysis of vital issue related to drug use, misuse and abuse. Educational principles related to teaching about drug education and counseling considerations in these problem areas are addressed.           2

HLTH 251  FIRST AID AND CPR.  First Aid instruction meeting the requirements of the American Red Cross responding to emergencies standard First Aid course is given.  Safety in everyday living is emphasized, with special consideration given to the kindergarten and elementary school levels.          1

HLTH 291  INDEPENDENT STUDY.  A student independently studies a health topic with help from instructor.    1-4

HLTH 292  TOPICS.   Introductory special topics.                1-4

HLTH 320  COMMUNITY HEALTH.  This course presents the structural organization, functional roles, and political foundations of public and private health agencies relative to community health.  The roles and responsibilities of community health educators and professional associations/career opportunities receive particular attention. Prerequisite: WEL 100.   3

HLTH 370  STRESS MANAGEMENT.  The course is designed to help students deal with stressful situations in their lives.  Successful management of stress has been shown to positively affect the performance of daily tasks and reduce the risks of many diseases.  Students will learn management techniques and have the opportunity to act as peer counselors.             3

HLTH 420  K-12 METHODS OF HEALTH INSTRUCTION.  Curriculum content at elementary and secondary levels.  Methods of presentation including direct, correlated, and integrated health instruction.  Organization of health and safety education. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.   2-3

HLTH 422  NUTRITION.  This course investigates the science of food relative to human performance, nutrition, and health education.  Areas of emphasis include nutrient chemistry, function, and interactions; energy consumption and metabolism; and resources for nutrition education.        3

HLTH 491  INDEPENDENT STUDY.  Independent study of some aspect of health.               1-4

HLTH 492  TOPICS.  Advanced special topics in health.       1-4