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3.00 Credits
A nutrition course for Biology/Allied Health majors which considers the major systems of the body concerned with digestion, absorption and transport of nutrients in the diet and the nutritional biochemistry and metabolism of dietary carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and micronutrients. Energy production and energy balance, proper nutrition for health and fitness, and the connection between diet and disease will be studied. This course will consider issues of personal and community health and nutrition, and will explore the particular nutritional needs of recreational and elite athletes with regard to performance and health. Discussions also include the impact of human nutrition on the environment. Prerequisite: AH 341A or BI 337A. Three hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed as a fundamental introduction to the scientific principles of strength and conditioning for both the competitive and recreational athlete. General content areas include concepts and applications of the exercise sciences, testing and evaluation, exercise techniques, program design, organization and administration of a strength and conditioning facility. Though lecture based, there will be a field application. Across all content areas, consideration is given to age-specific criteria and special populations. This course prepares students, upon receiving their undergraduate degree, to sit for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam offered by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Prerequisites: AH 311A. Three hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
A competency-based course in which the principles of strength and conditioning are applied and practiced in health and fitness settings both on and off campus. The course instructor will assign each student to a series of rotations at various facilities, where s/he will work directly with strength and conditioning specialists to gain the knowledge and skills necessary for certification in the field. Prerequisite: AH 345A.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to alternative therapies utilized in patient rehabilitation. This clinical course is divided into multiple-learning modules reflecting the diversity of the therapeutic modalities employed in integrative medicine and the professionals who provide these services. Therapeutic techniques include acupuncture, chiropractic rehabilitation, massage, core strengthening, herbal medicine, Gigong [Chinese therapeutic exercises], craniosacral therapy, homeopathy, and Dit Da Ke [Chinese trauma and first aid]. These topics will be presented by practitioners in each field, using a combination of lecture, small group discussion and problem-solving exercises, and hands-on skill development. Prerequisites: (AH 306A, BI 316A/BI 318A) or (BI 122A, 123A). Three hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
In lieu of a formal course, qualified upper class Allied Health students may take an intensive program of reading under the direction of a member of the department and with departmental approval which is to be obtained before registration.
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3.00 Credits
Literature and laboratory research directed by faculty members. Prerequisite: senior standing and consent of the instructor.
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0.00 Credits
All Health Science, Sports Medicine and Athletic Training majors are expected to demonstrate the skills and knowledge they have acquired in their program of study in a senior capstone experience culminating in a public presentation to the Merrimack community and a final integrative paper. This requirement may be satisfied by any one of the following courses: BI 485A, 491A, 493A, 496A, 498A, AH 321A, 498A, 499A, Nursing. This Capstone experience, together with the student's academic record, becomes the basis for a recommendation for Departmental Honors in Health Sciences.
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3.00 Credits
A work-study experience co-supervised by the Internship Coordinator and a mentor in the workplace. Students are placed according to interest and career path in a clinical, academic, community, or industrial setting for the purpose of gaining handson experience in the health care field. Prerequisites: junior/senior standing and consent of the department.
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0.00 Credits
This course provides students with a working knowledge of the capabilities of Microsoft Word. Students will develop and demonstrate proficiency in the essentials of Microsoft Word.
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This course provides students with a working knowledge of the capabilities of computer spreadsheets. Students will develop and demonstrate proficiency in the essentials of Microsoft Excel.
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