This course explores the role of health in both individual and society to promote community well-being. Topics include environmental health, communicable and chronic diseases, substance use, fitness, mental health, personal relationships, reproduction and contraception, and consumer health. Emphasis is placed on making informed health choices and promoting wellness within diverse community settings.

This course explores the principles and concepts that aid individuals in making informed decisions about fitness and nutrition, and how those decisions impact their own mental wellness. The five components of fitness are addressed, along with a self-appraisal of health- related physical fitness; nutrition for physical health and mental wellness; assessment of current personal lifestyle on mental wellness; principles of exercise program design; principles of nutrition program design; stress management techniques; strategies for improving sleep; exercise as a method to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression; with an emphasis placed on the connection between a healthy body and a healthy mind.

This course analyzes the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of women's health, and explores health services, health education, and healthcare delivery systems. Social determinants of health and health inequities are examined, as well as contemporary issues relating to LGBTQ+ rights, racism, ageism, gender stereotypes and gender roles, politics, and the role of women in the family, workforce, community, and society.

This course will require students to explore, analyze, personalize, and discuss the following issues as they relate to the essential components of health and wellness: nutrition, physical activity/exercise/fitness, weight control, eating disorders and body image, media influences, mental health, stress, violence, substance use/abuse, sexuality and sexual orientation, sexually transmitted infections, reproductive choices/contraception, relationships, disease prevention, environment, health care, aging, and general public health issues. Students will be taught the knowledge and skills necessary to implement lifestyle behaviors that can improve their health and well-being.

This course presents an overview of the disciplines of community and public health. Topics include the basic concepts and terminologies of public health; an overview of various public health professions and organizations; the study, prevention and control of diseases in the community; the analysis of the social determinants of health; strategies for eliminating disease, illness, and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; school health promotion; environmental health and safety; and an overview of the healthcare delivery system in the United States. Emphasis will be placed on the development of knowledge and preliminary skills to serve as an effective advocate for community and public health.

This course examines scientific concepts of nutrition. The function of nutrients within the human body, nutrient requirements throughout life, and individual nutritional needs will all be explored. Students will learn how to analyze and evaluate nutritional information and apply this information and dietary guidelines to their personal food choices. In addition, the course will explore current issues in nutrition including food safety, environmental contaminants, food technology, and food additives.

This course will examine personal and social determinants of health through the examination of the role individuals play in their own health and wellbeing, along with the impact of environmental, social, structural, and cultural factors that play a role both in individual and community and public health. Health disparities and inequities in sexually diverse, gender, racial, and minority populations will be explored, and culturally competent ideas to bridge the health equity gap and improve population health will be developed.

This course covers theoretical and research-based frameworks of stress, stress response, and stress management techniques. Topics include the definition of stress, physiological and psychological effects of stress, sources and causes of stress, and health consequences of chronic stress. Numerous evidence-based techniques to manage and cope with stress will also be covered and practiced.

This course focuses on assessment and career research in the development of a healthcare career plan. Careers include, but are not limited to: EMT, paramedic/fire science, nursing, pharmacy technology, dental hygiene, dental assisting, respiratory therapy, and radiologic technology. Emphasis is on interest, personality testing, values clarification, career information, research skills, individual skills assessment, decision making, communication, teamwork, inter-professional education, and goal setting, specifically in the healthcare field. The course also covers healthcare job trends, education, and licensure requirements.

This course introduces the language of medicine through the study of word structure, pronunciation, and meaning. Students learn the origins and components of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms, and apply them to anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic tests, and procedures across all major body systems. Emphasis is placed on correct usage, spelling, and interpretation of medical vocabulary related to body structure, systems, and common diseases. Students will also learn acronyms and common abbreviations used within healthcare. This course is designed for students pursuing careers in health, fitness, and medical fields.

This course provides students with an understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and health insurance options to provide for efficient navigation through the healthcare system. Topics include the history of health insurance in the U.S. and the role of government in healthcare; the U.S. healthcare workforce; basic health insurance terminology; types of insurance and the healthcare marketplace; different types of care, including outpatient, ambulatory and long-term care; public assistance programs and disability programs; and ethical and bioethical issues.

This course examines the political, social, and theoretical perspectives of diverse populations as they relate to health and social services settings. The impact of health status, lifestyle and behavioral patterns, communication styles, socioeconomic status, personal prejudices, ethnic stereotyping, and cultural beliefs on individual and group access to health and social services will be investigated. Emphasis is placed on developing effective strategies to use with diverse populations as well as evaluating the effectiveness of existing health and social service programs.

This course explores the fundamental principles that shape the growth, development, and health of individuals throughout their lifespan. Methodological, conceptual and substantive issues are presented that are necessary for understanding and evaluating empirical evidence about growth, development and health at different stages of life from a public health perspective. The course covers several themes including contributions of biological and environmental factors to health and human development, measuring population health, and assessing the implications of health disparities and cultural considerations in healthcare.