HLTH 105 - Introduction to Health
An introductory survey of basic health issues. The emphasis
is on the development of health literacy skills to enhance students'
efficacy in reaching and maintaining a lifestyle conducive to
health and wellness. A foundation of health content will be
covered to serve as a basis for further study of contemporary
health issues.
HLTH 119 - First Year
Student Seminar
The first year student seminar (FYSS) introduces students to
the culture and mission of the university within the context
of an academic discipline. FYSS also assists the student in
exploring the purpose of a college education and provides an
opportunity to become engaged with an academic discipline. Students
are introduced to basic learning and study skills in a content
area. Through class discussion of readings, students engage
in active learning. Common co-curricular activities and the
service-learning component facilitate connection with fellow
students and faculty.
HLTH 215 - Community Health
Community Health introduces the student to the agencies and processes
involved in community health education. Particular emphasis is
placed on environmental health, uses of epidemiological data,
and political processes and their influence on community health.
(Prerequiste: HLTH105 and PSYC100 or instructor permission)
HLTH 401 - Current Issues
in Health
Health is a dynamic and rapidly changing field that requires constant
and continuous monitoring and study to keep abreast of contemporary
developments. Selected current health topics drawn from popular
and professional literature are presented and discussed. Extensive
utilization of current newspapers on a day-to-day basis is also
stressed.
(Prerequisite: HLTH105 or 154.)
HLTH 410 - Community Health
Organization Management
Community Health Organization introduces the health educator to
the work environment of community agencies, hospitals, industry
and institutions of higher education. Professional skills dealing
with political action and social action strategies, personnel
supervision, job search, public relations, fund raising, conducting
meetings and grant procurement will be discussed and observed
at a specific setting. (Restrictions: HLTH215 and 60 semester
hours.)
HLTH 430 - Women's Health
Issues
The student will examine Women's Health Issues with an emphasize
on health promotion, the impact of multicultural and diversity
issues on women's health and women's health across the lifespan.
This course will encourage students to examine their health-related
preconceptions, attitudes, and behaviors with an emphasis on a
holistic approach to health. While the focus will be on "women-only"
topics, these topics will be discussed in a way that both women
and men will benefit from recognizing and addressing key issues
that effect entire population health. Most recent medical and
scientific information will be presented. Active participation
is required and is dependent upon the student’s completion
of pre-class assignments.
HLTH 485 - Professional
Field Experience in Health Sciences
The Professional Field Experience provides students with on-the-job
experience in a variety of health services and health care areas.
The student works with professionals in the field and is exposed
to individually selected programs, procedures and settings. Supervision
is provided by both the instructional staff of the university
and the cooperating agency.
Field Experience Forms