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Health Courses

Please note that the frequency of course offerings is subject to change without notice, because of changes in faculty availability, sabbaticals and leaves, and other circumstances. Please consult the latest Schedule of Classes (and supplement) and/or the Department Chairperson to determine if a course will be offered during a certain term or year, especially if Progress Toward Graduation is a factor.

Class Schedule

HLT 109
Comprehensive First Aid
Offered: Typically annually (next offered Spring 2009)

A comprehensive course in the latest techniques and procedures in meeting accident and illness emergencies, such as stoppage of breathing, cardiac arrest, airway obstruction, severe bleeding, poisoning, fractures, burns, shock, heat or cold related emergencies, seizures, and sudden illness. Two American Red Cross certificates--Community CPR and Community First Aid and Safety--can be earned. Course Fee: $5. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed this course as PED 209.
1 Course
HLT 111
Human Sexuality
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2009-2010)

This course examines the biological, psychological, social, and ethical factors that affect human sexuality and interpersonal relationships. Through lecture, small- and large-group discussions, debates, audiovisuals, guest speakers, and directed reading assignments, the focus will be on reality-oriented sexual behavior and attitudes, needs, and interests of college students; positive satisfaction, obligations, and responsibilities to self and others; sexual deviance; influence of society; and changing mores, roles, and lifestyles. Special emphasis will be on examining one's own values. The intent is to educate, not to indoctrinate.
1 Course
HLT 186
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course
HLT 210
Health in Appalachia (APS)
Prerequisites: PEH 100 or permission; and GSTR 110

Offered: Typically annually (next offered Spring 2009)

This course explores various dimensions of the environment that impact the health of individuals and the communities in which they live within the Appalachian region. Topics addressed include: education, religion, industrialization, economic development, access to health care, sexuality, domestic violence, race and ethnicity, and substance abuse. This class is designed for the non-professional interested in the health needs of all people living in the Appalachian region and will include directed readings, lectures, discussions, films, guest speakers, and field trips. African Americans', Appalachians', and Women's Perspective.
1 Course
HLT 215
Significant Issues - Pers Hlt
Offered: Typically annually (next offered Fall 2008)

This course is a study of health education and health promotion as it relates to person health and well-being. Among the topics included for exploration will be the meaning of health and wholeness, history of health education and health promotion, and theories and models for learning and behavior change. The knowledge is applicable to students for affecting change on an individual basis and within their community. This serves as the introductory course for students entering the Health Minor. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed HLT 115.
1 Course
HLT 224
Addiction & Violence in Family
Prerequisites: PEH 100 or permission; and GSTR 110

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered in Spring 2009)

This course explores family dynamics from a family systems perspective and examines how those dynamics are affected by addiction and violence. Topics include impact on children and their future relationships, domestic violence, trauma healing, prevention, intervention, and treatment options.
1 Course
HLT 286
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course
HLT 315
Health Education
Prerequisites: PEH 100; GSTR 110; and one other HLT course

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Fall 2008)

Stressing psychological, social, and physical implications, the major emphases of this course are: creative teaching; introduction to philosophy/history of health education; and of community health and applications of certain priority topics (mental health, family life and sex education, substance-abuse education, healthcare and disease control, and others) at both the elementary and secondary levels (P-12). Stresses the need for developing positive health behavior and health-education programs that are health-related rather than disease-oriented.
1 Course
HLT 318
Emotional and Mental Health
Prerequisites: PEH 100; GSTR 110; and HLT 215

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Short Term 2009)

A study of the mind and body connection to holistic health. Strategies an individual can use to attain positive emotional and mental health through awareness of cognition, early experiences, and self-concept/self-esteem, and belief systems. The course also will review the impact of emotional and psychological abuse, self-esteem, loss and transitions, and suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention. This course is designed to be educational, not therapeutic.
1 Course
HLT 386
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course
HLT 390A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 390B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 395
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement. NOTE: To count as a CFS Internship, the primary sponsor must be a full-time member of the CFS faculty. The CFS Department has imposed specific expectations for Internships within this Department. Please check with the Department Chairperson for additional information.
1 to 3 Courses
HLT 397A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Program Director, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 397/497A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 397/497B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 397B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Program Director, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 397/497A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 397/497B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 398
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course
HLT 486
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course
HLT 490A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 490B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 495
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement. NOTE: To count as a CFS Internship, the primary sponsor must be a full-time member of the CFS faculty. The CFS Department has imposed specific expectations for Internships within this Department. Please check with the Department Chairperson for additional information.
1 to 3 Courses
HLT 497A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Program Director, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 397/497A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 397/497B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 497B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Program Director, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 397/497A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 397/497B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course
HLT 498
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course