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3.00 Credits
This course surveys the experiences of ethnic minorities and immigrant groups within the United States from the colonial period to the present. The experiences of American Indians, African Americans and immigrant groups from Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America are explored and their contributions to, and struggles within, a multi-cultural America are analyzed. Additional course themes include: slavery and its legacies, US government American Indian policy, US government immigration policy, the development of race as a social construct, and the continued impact systemic racism has on American society. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 9) 3C/3/0/0
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
This explores the connections between food and cultural practices and traditions in the United States from the colonial period to the present. We will examine the historical and contemporary intersections between food and race/ethnicity, social class, gender, and religion, and consider the relationships between food systems and other systems of power in the United States. Topics explored will include: historical recipes, cookbooks, and connections between food and family histories, food systems (how we produce, distribute, and prepare food), the evolution of food production (restaurants, supermarkets, fast food, "slow" food), and the industrialization and globalization of food systems. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 7) 3C/3/0/0
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2.00 Credits
This course is a capstone experience intended for students pursuing an AA degree with an emphasis in history. Students will arrange this course with a history instructor and, along with the instructor, tailor their course to their interests and/or intended future area of study. Students will be exposed to the profession's methodology and produce a research-based semester-long capstone project. (Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 7) 2C/2/0/0
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1.00 Credits
This course focuses on the exploration of healthcare careers and the requirements needed by health care personnel to effectively work in a variety of health care settings. Types of health care facilities and systems, applying for employment, accountability and responsibility, standards of dress, workplace behavior, approaches needed to assist individuals, expectations of teams and team members, common healthcare facility policies and requirements are explored. This course also provides a framework for dealing with diverse clients/individuals and staff. Included are belief systems, cultural practices, respect and sensitivity to cultural issues, gender issues and sexuality issues. Awareness and use of effective strategies to appropriately deal with client and staff diversity are emphasized. 1C/1/0/0
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1.00 Credits
This course emphasizes the importance of effective communication between and among healthcare employees and their clients/individuals. Included are verbal and non-verbal communication, listening skills, interpersonal communication, team communication, documentation and reporting, and the use of electronic communication devices in health care facilities. Focus is on the development of effective communication skills to support quality client/individual care. 1C/1/0/0
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1.00 Credits
This course focuses on healthcare safety and standard precautions required of healthcare facilities as well as personal safety standards and requirements to work in healthcare settings. This course also presents challenges and issues related to awareness and sensitivity needed to understand the healthcare needs of clients/individuals. 1C/1/0/0
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1.00 Credits
Students recognize and build medical terms after learning the meaning of word parts. A computer lab may be utilized to review terminology and provide practice in word building. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0722 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0900 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) 1C/0/1/0
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2.00 Credits
In this course, students will be introduced to different types of business and ethical standards in the somatic industries of massage therapy, personal training, esthetics and wellness in the massage therapy industry, and basic aspects of a business plan. Topics include scope of practice, certifications, legal requirements, equipment options, charting, time management skills and payment tracking methods. Principles of professional ethics and interactions with clients are integrated throughout the course. (Prerequisite(s): Declared major in Massage Therapy or Personal Trainer major) 2C/1/1/0
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4.00 Credits
Assist the student to acquire basic knowledge of body structure and function with a more detailed exploration of musculo/skeletal, nervous and endocrine system. Students also recognize and build medical terms. Basic concepts of nutrition and understanding of the digestive system will be explored. A thorough understanding of the sliding filament theory and types of muscle contraction will be explored. (Prerequisite(s); Declared major in Massage Therapy, Personal Trainer, or Yoga program) 4C/2/2/0
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4.00 Credits
The major focal points of this course is to coordinate knowledge of exercises, lifestyle and nutrition through thoughtful assessment and inquiry, collaborative problem-solving and goal-setting, and safe, open and honest dialogue to assist clients in obtaining future wellness results. Students will learn to help future clients by providing instruction and mentoring, assist in setting goals and help define an action plan that is holistic in nature. Emphasis will be on practical application of working with clients. (Prerequisite(s); Declared major in Massage Therapy or Personal Trainer program) 4C/2/2/0
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