Health Studies (HS)

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Courses primarily for undergraduates:

Credits: 2.

Discussion and application of the basic techniques of utilizing bloodborne pathogen safety measures, administering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. ARC layperson certification available. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Physical, mental, emotional and social aspects of health as a basis for understanding and promoting health, and preventing poor health conditions. Study of personal responsibility on the long-term benefits of maintaining a high level of wellness and health. Identification and mitigation of negative lifestyle habits. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

A theory- and evidence-based approach to the understanding of health behavior change. Practical approaches to promote introspection, increase self-awareness, motivation, confidence, and alignment between lifestyle and personal values. Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement. (Typically Offered: Summer)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: HDFS 1020 or HDFS 2260
The application of instructional strategies related to health education and physical education for teachers at the elementary level. Graduation Restriction: Credit for both HS 2750 and 3750 may not be applied toward graduation. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

(Cross-listed with KIN 2850).
Credits: 1-2.

Prereq: Kinesiology and Health major; credit or concurrent enrollment in KIN 2580; Permission of Internship Coordinator
Pre-internship experience with a health organization based on option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 1. Repeatable, maximum of 3 credits.

Prereq: 2nd semester Freshmen or Sophomore classification; Permission of Instructor
Study under supervision of faculty. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 2.

Prereq: HS 1050
Discussion and practice of skills needed to teach CPR, AED, and first aid content related to the American Red Cross curriculum. Instructor candidates must possess valid certification for adult and pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid at beginning of course. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: HS 1100
Introduction to community health problems, programs of prevention, environmental health agencies, and health services. Study of local, state, and national community health agencies, their purposes and functions. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: HS 1100 and BIOL 2550, BIOL 2560
Discussion of disease process and ill-health in the twentieth century. Emphasis on epidemiology, prevention, treatment, and the understanding of the etiology of communicable and noncommunicable diseases. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: HS 1050; HS 1100
Principles, methods, materials, and resources involved in the teaching of health. Includes organization and development of the health education curriculum (K-12). Graduation Restriction: Credit for both HS 2750 and 3750 may not be applied toward graduation. (Typically Offered: Fall)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: KIN 2580
The design and implementation of worksite health promotion programs and the benefits these programs have for both employees and employers. Review of various health risk appraisals and planning theory-based incentive programs designed to promote positive lifestyles. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

(Cross-listed with KIN 3850).
Credits: Required. Contact Hours: Lecture 0.5.

Prereq: Junior classification
Preparation of relevant material for a successful internship/career search. Specific internship timeline, process, procedures will be reviewed. Course needs to be taken a minimum of two semesters prior to required internship. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 16.

Prereq: HS 3750
Students must be fully admitted to Teacher Education and must apply for approval to enroll at the beginning of the semester prior to registering. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 1-30.

Prereq: HS 3750
Students must be fully admitted to Teacher Education and must apply for approval to enroll at the beginning of the semester prior to registering. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Techniques of needs assessment, program design, administration, and evaluation of community health education programs in various settings. (Typically Offered: Fall)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: (HS 3500 or KIN 3580); (STAT 1010 or STAT 1040 or STAT 2260)
Understanding health benefits of physical activity on chronic disease prevention and health promotion throughout the life span, from clinical and public health perspectives. Discussion and application of real-life physical activity assessment, research, guidelines, and promotion in population levels. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 8-12.

Prereq: Senior classification; Permission of Internship Coordinator
Advance registration required. Supervised experience in health related agencies. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

Credits: 8-12.

Prereq: KIN major; C- or better in (KIN 3580; KIN 3590; KIN 3660; HS 3100; HS 3500; HS 4300); Cumulative GPA 2.0; Permission of Internship Coordinator
Observation and practice in selected community and public health agencies. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

Credits: 8-12.

Prereq: KIN major; C- or better in (KIN 3580; KIN 3590; KIN 3660; KIN 4580; KIN 4670; HS 3500); Cumulative GPA 2.0; Permission of Internship Coordinator
Observation and practice in selected physical activity and health promotion agencies. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.

Prereq: Instructor Permission for Course
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: (HS 3500 or KIN 3580); (STAT 1010 or STAT 1040 or STAT 2260)
Understanding health benefits of physical activity on chronic disease prevention and health promotion throughout the life span, from clinical and public health perspectives. Discussion and application of real-life physical activity assessment, research, guidelines, and promotion in population levels. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)