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3.00 Credits
[Renumbered from HS 206] A survey of home, school, and community programs in safety and first aid. Methods of safety research, Haddon's matrix, rating calculation, identification of accident types, methods to control causation and responsibilities of individuals, and the community for safe living. Procedures for temporary care of victims of accidents and sudden illness. Successful completion of this course leads to American Red Cross Certification in Standard First Aid and Personal Safety (includes Adult CPR). 3 credits. Every semester; evening.
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[Renumbered from HS 207] An introductory course in human nutrition that includes its importance to optimum physical and emotional health. The nutrients-carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, water, vitamins, and minerals-are studied as to their composition, usage in the human body, where found in foods, how digested and utilized in the human body. Body requirements, patterns of diet for various groups, and specific conditions as well as social and cultural influences on food selection are studied. 3 credits. Every semester; day or evening.
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[Renumbered from HS 305] This interdisciplinary course explores theories, research, and techniques related to the impact and management of stress. Emphasis upon the application of stress reduction techniques through class exercises in progressive muscle relaxation, autogenic and imagery training, systematic desensitization, assertiveness training, time management, and problem solving. 3 credits. Every semester; day or evening.
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[Renumbered from HS 306] Exploring healing and wholeness from many perspectives, this course is an overview of healing from the traditions of the shaman to contemporary faith healers, from ancient roots through modern medicine-Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, and homeopathy as well as alternative medicines and holistic therapies and ways to selfhealing through meditation, prayer and yoga. 3 credits. Spring 2009 and as needed; day or evening.
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[Renumbered from HS 403] Accurate information about their own health needs enables women to become more active participants in their own health care. Issues include physicians' attitudes toward women, knowing one's own body, contraception, pregnancy, rape, family violence, hysterectomy and mastectomy, mental health issues, and patients' rights in the health system. 3 credits. Fall; evening.
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[Renumbered from HS 419] Investigates the processes of death, loss, and grief while focusing upon the manner in which patterns of dealing with death are interwoven with patterns of living. The family, religion, medicine, economy, law, and community are considered. Specific issues addressed include the moral and legal aspects of euthanasia and the right to die; the hospital, hospice, and home as alternative sites for dying; definitions of life and death; religious and cultural burial customs; and the bereavement process. The implications of these issues are explored for health care practitioners and other individuals in the helping professions as well as for people in their daily lives. 3 credits. Spring; evening.
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[Renumbered from HS 150] Concepts and principles underlying the use of educational strategies to prevent disease and promote health in a variety of settings, including community organizations, schools and colleges, clinics, hospitals, and corporations. 3 credits. Fall semester; day.
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[Renumbered from HS 151] Literature review of relevant learning theories and their application to health promotion in various settings with various target populations. Prerequisite: HS 2150. 3 credits. Spring semester; day.
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[Renumbered from HS 406] An introductory study of the factors influencing the nature and causes of communicable diseases and chronic conditions in human populations. The study of principles, practices, theories, and methods related to the control and prevention of disease prepares the student for practical application of statistics. Topics include the natural history of diseases in various population groups, environmental and biological factors influencing the emergence of disease, and the investigation of a community health problem. 3 credits. Fall semester; evening.
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3.00 Credits
[Renumbered from HS 250] Students are guided through planning and designing a health promotion program in a content area, setting, and population of their own choice. Prerequisite: HS 2151 and at least two health promotion electives. 3 credits. Fall; day.
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