Health Courses
Please note that the frequency of course offerings below 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), myBerea, revisions to online Catalog, and/or the Director of General Education to determine if a course will be offered during a certain term or year, especially if Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a factor.
HLT 109
Comprehensive First Aid
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
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 HLT 209.
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 HLT 209.
1 Course Credit
HLT 111
Human Sexuality
Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2010)
This class examines the biological, physiological, 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.
This class examines the biological, physiological, 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.
1 Course Credit
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."
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 Credit
HLT 210
Health in Appalachia (APS)
Prerequisites: PEH 100 or permission; and GSTR 110
Offered: Typically annually (next offered Fall 2009 & Spring 2011)
Health in Appalachia explores various dimensions of the environment that impact the health of individuals and the communities in which they live within the Appalachian region. The overarching frameworks used in this exploration consist of Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Model and the Six Dimensions of Health Wellness Model. Specific topics addressed include: education, religion, industrialization, economic development, access to health care, sexuality, domestic violence, race and ethnicity, and substance abuse. This course 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.
Offered: Typically annually (next offered Fall 2009 & Spring 2011)
Health in Appalachia explores various dimensions of the environment that impact the health of individuals and the communities in which they live within the Appalachian region. The overarching frameworks used in this exploration consist of Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Model and the Six Dimensions of Health Wellness Model. Specific topics addressed include: education, religion, industrialization, economic development, access to health care, sexuality, domestic violence, race and ethnicity, and substance abuse. This course 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 Credit
HLT 215
Significant Issues - Pers Hlt
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
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.
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 Credit
HLT 224
Addiction & Violence in Family
Prerequisites: PEH 100 or permission; and GSTR 110
Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2011)
This course explores family dynamics from a family systems perspective and examines how those dynamics are affected by addiction and violence. Topics covered include: the development of family theories; the structure of a family system; the impact on children and their future relationships; the interplay between substance abuse and the family system; domestic violence; and trauma healing. Prevention, intervention, and treatment options for addictions will be emphasized.
Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2011)
This course explores family dynamics from a family systems perspective and examines how those dynamics are affected by addiction and violence. Topics covered include: the development of family theories; the structure of a family system; the impact on children and their future relationships; the interplay between substance abuse and the family system; domestic violence; and trauma healing. Prevention, intervention, and treatment options for addictions will be emphasized.
1 Course Credit
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."
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 Credit
HLT 315
Health Education
Prerequisites: PEH 100; GSTR 110; and one other HLT course
Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2010)
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.
Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2010)
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 Credit
HLT 318
Emotional and Mental Health
Prerequisites: PEH 100; GSTR 110; and HLT 215
Offered: Typically alternate Short Terms (next offered Short Term 2011)
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.
Offered: Typically alternate Short Terms (next offered Short Term 2011)
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 Credit
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."
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Course Credits
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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."
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Course Credits
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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.
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 Credit
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Effective Date: 9-1-2009
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