Health Studies (H S)

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Courses

Courses primarily for undergraduates:

(1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.SS.


Discussion and application of the basic techniques of utilizing bloodborne pathogen safety measures, administering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. ARC layperson certification available.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.


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.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.

Prereq: HD FS 102 or HD FS 226
The application of instructional strategies related to health education and physical education for teachers at the elementary level. Credit for both H S 275 and 375 may not be applied toward graduation.

(Cross-listed with KIN). Cr. 1-2. F.S.

Prereq: Kinesiology and Health major; credit or concurrent enrollment in KIN 258; Permission of Internship Coordinator
Pre-internship experience with a health organization based on option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 3 credits. F.S.

Prereq: 2nd semester Freshmen or Sophomore classification; Permission of Instructor
Study under supervision of faculty.

(1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.

Prereq: H S 105
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.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.

Prereq: H S 110
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.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.

Prereq: BIOL 255; BIOL 256; H S 110
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.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.

Prereq: H S 105; H S 110
Principles, methods, materials, and resources involved in the teaching of health. Includes organization and development of the health education curriculum (K-12). Credit for both H S 275 and 375 may not be applied toward graduation.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.

Prereq: KIN 258
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.

(Cross-listed with KIN). Cr. 0.5. F.S.

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.

Cr. 16. F.S.

Prereq: H S 375
Students must be fully admitted to Teacher Education and must apply for approval to enroll at the beginning of the semester prior to registering.

Cr. arr. F.S.

Prereq: H S 375
Students must be fully admitted to Teacher Education and must apply for approval to enroll at the beginning of the semester prior to registering.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.


Techniques of needs assessment, program design, administration, and evaluation of community health education programs in various settings.

(Dual-listed with H S 564). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.

Prereq: (H S 350 or KIN 358); (STAT 101 or STAT 104 or STAT 226)
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.

Cr. 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.

Cr. 8-12. F.S.SS.

Prereq: KIN major; C- or better in (KIN 358; KIN 359; KIN 366; H S 310; H S 350; H S 430); 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.

Cr. 8-12. F.S.SS.

Prereq: KIN major; C- or better in (KIN 358; KIN 359; KIN 366; KIN 458; KIN 467; H S 350); 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.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.

Prereq: Permission of Instructor

Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:

(Dual-listed with H S 464). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.

Prereq: (H S 350 or KIN 358); (STAT 101 or STAT 104 or STAT 226)
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.