Health Education Nutrition Education General Information BIS Possible Options: (These are only recommendations; many combinations and options for potential careers are possible). Health Education & Health Promotion: • Community Health Promotion • Occupational Health Education • Clinical Health Education (See Health Administrative Services in the College of Health Professions). • Family Life Health Promotion • Gerontological Health Promotion • Drug Abuse Prevention Education Physical Education: Corporate Fitness Community Fitness Sports Medicine Sport Communication Commercial/Facility Management Sport Psychology Recreation: • Commercial Recreation Management • Private Recreation/Lifetime Sports/Fitness Programming • Outdoor Education/Adventure Recreation/Experiential Learning Nutrition: Nutrition Education Weight Management Nutritional Ergogenics Dietary Analysis Dietary Prescription ATHLETICS COURSES ATHL 151. Varsity Volleyball (1) ATHL 157. Varsity Basketball (1) ATHL 158. Varsity Cross Country (1) ATHL 159. Varsity Football (1) ATHL 160. Varsity Golf (1) ATHL 163. Varsity Tennis (1) ATHL 164. Varsity Track and Field (1) ATHL 168. Varsity Indoor Track (1) These courses may be taken once per year for credit as long as the athlete remains eligible and actively participates in the Varsity Athletic Program. HEALTH EDUCATION COURSES - HEALTH PD103. Healthy Lifestyles (3) Su,A, W,S A systematic approach to promote health-enhancing behaviors related to the prevention of disease and achievement of optimal health. PD105. Principles of Nutrition (3) Su,A,W,S (cross listed with Nutri PD105) Basic principles of human nutrition are considered with respect to maintaining nutritional balance, as well as maintaining good health. 111. Stress Management (3) Su,A,W,S An introductory course focusing on the causes of stress, recognizing personal stressors, and life change management for stress control. 130. First Aid: Responding to Emergencies (3) Su, A, W, S Training the lay person to respond correctly in emergencies and act as the first link in the emergency medical service system. Course leads to Red Cross Advanced First Aid Certification. 255. Childhood and Adolescent Nutrition (3) (S)* (cross listed with Nutri 255) The effects of nutrition and diet on child growth, health and behavior are explored from toddler through adolescence. The processes of growth and puberty provide the foundations for understanding nutritional support. Common nutritionally-related problems such as obesity, anemia, and eating disorders are also addressed. Prerequisite: Nutri/Health PD 105. 270. Consumer Health (3) W Knowledge and skills relating to consumption of health products and services, including advertising and health, quackery, death, health, economics of health care, etc. 289. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) Sa, A, W, S Open to all students in Health who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 300. School Health Program (3) A, W Designed to prepare the prospective teacher for their responsibilities in administering the functions of the School Health Program, including: health services, healthful school environment, and health education. 305. Nutrition Education (5) W (cross listed with Nutri 305) The presentation of developed nutrition education materials will provide the resource for students as they go out into the community to present nutrition education activities. Prerequisite: Nutri/Health PD105. 310. Foundations of Health Promotion (3) A, W Emerging trends and roles of health education within occupational, medical, community, and school including history, philosophy, current practices. 315. Community Health Promotion Programs (3) Case study analyses of health promotion programs. W 320. Methods in Health Education (3) S Designed to appraise and utilize the different methods and aids used in teaching health in the schools, community, worksite, and health care settings. Students develop skills in organizing, presenting, and evaluating learning experiences presented to target populations in the various settings. Prerequisites: Health 300 or Health 310. 330. Implementation & Evaluation of Health Promotion Programs (3) W Planning, evaluating, and implementing health education units within a health promotion program. Prerequisites: Health 300 or 310. 340. Drug Abuse Prevention (3) 5a, A, W, S Designed to cover the nature of the drug problem including alcohol, tobacco, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, organic solvents, and opiates. 350. Human Sexuality (3) Su, A, W, S Designed to provide knowledge and understanding in the area of sex education for the college student. 386. Field Experience (2) Designed to provide opportunities for students to gain practical experience in the field by assisting in the activities of community agencies, schools, and the college. Credit is determined by the quality of the experience and hours of time required. Registration for the course requires approval of the instructor and the cooperating agency. It cannot be repeated for extra credit in the same area of concentration. Prerequisite: Health 300. 415. Development & Administration of Health Promotion Programs (3) S Principles and methods for developing and administering a health promotion program in a community, occupational, or clinical setting. Prerequisite: Health 330. 422. Women's Health Issues (3) A feminist perspective and analysis of the physiological, psychological, cultural and political health related issues that impact women throughout the life span. Prerequisite: Upper division standing or consent of instructor. 480. Independent Study (2-5) Su, A, W, S A comprehensive study of a significant problem in the field of Health Education. Hours to be arranged for seniors only. 486. Field Experience (2-9) Su,A,W,S Work experience which applies prior academic learning in a supervised setting. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. Can be repeated for credit. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) Sa, A, W, S A continuation of Health 289. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. * Offered every other year. NUTRITION EDUCATION COURSES-NUTRI PD105. Principles of Nutrition (3) Su,A,W,S (cross listed with Health PD105) Basic principles of human nutrition are considered with respect to maintaining nutritional balance, as well as maintaining good health. 205. Food Values, Diet and Health (3) A The relationships between dietary components and the development of chronic diseases provides the foundation for designing diets that support life-long "good health". Nutrient density of foods, food labeling, food safety, and behavior modification techniques are addressed in order to enhance one's ability to make consistent good food choices. Prerequisite: Nutrition PD105. 225. Prenatal and Infant Nutrition (3) (A)* This course focuses on nutrition and diet as they apply to birth outcome, the maintenance of maternal health, and the growth of the infant, in addition to community programs that are available to support maternal and infant health. Prerequisite: Nutrition PD105. 255. Childhood and Adolescent Nutrition (3) (S)* (cross listed with Health 255) The effects of nutrition and diet on child growth, health and behavior are explored from toddler through adolescence. The processes of growth and puberty provide the foundations for understanding nutritional support. Common nutritionally-related problems such as obesity, anemia, and eating disorders are also addressed. Prerequisite: Nutri/Health PD 105. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technology Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Health Professions Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 172 173 Continuing Education