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HFMG 4800–Selected topics inHealth&Fitness (3-0-3)
A detailed examination of selected topics and research pertinent to the field of Health
&FitnessManagement. Topics and instructor will vary.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1151 andBIOL1151L
HFMG 4970 - Health and FitnessManagement Internship/Practicum (0-15-3)
Individually designed learning program involving field experiences in a fitness or
health/wellness-type setting. Program of study and student supervision must be
approved by theProgramCoordinator.
Prerequisite(s): senior status.
HFMG 4999 - CapstoneCourse (3-0-3)
This is the capstone course for the Health and Fitness Management Program. The
course will synthesize and summarize the materials of the Program coursework and
the internship. Discussions will also be conducted on the state of the field today and
projections for the future.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status.
Health (HLTH)
HLTH 3012 - Alternative and Complementary Approaches to Wellness: Therapies for a
Healthy Lifestyle (3-0-3).
This coursewill provide the participants with an in-depth understanding of the practice,
theories, and interventions used in various alternative healthcare therapies. Some of
the topics that will be discussed will be the use of herbal therapies, nutritional
therapies, aromatherapy, massage and bodywork therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic
and spinal manipulation, spiritual, mind body therapies, and homeopathy. The
participants will be able to make an informed decision when deciding to use an
alternative form of health care.
HLTH 3110 - InteractiveCommunication (3-0-3)
This course focuses on ways to improve interpersonal skills in personal and
professional settings. Students learn a specific set of communication techniques,
identify their strengths and weaknesses, and strive to improve their interpersonal
effectiveness. Content includes relationship development, assertiveness, giving and
taking criticism, group dynamics, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and problem
solving. (Same asNURS 3110.)
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
HLTH 3200 - Pathophysiology for RN’s (3-0-3)
This course is designed to introduce the RN Completion student to pathophysiologic
concepts related to altered biological processes affecting individuals across the
lifespan. The first part of the course emphasizes the basic concepts of
pathophysiology: Cellular level of response, fluid and electrolytes, acid-base balance,
and immune response. The second part of the course focuses on the application of
basic concepts to body systems and disease processes. The course builds on
previous principles from anatomy, physiology, and chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): R.N. Licensure.
HLTH 3201 - Pathophysiology (3-0-3)
This course is designed to introduce the student to pathophysiologic concepts related
to altered biological processes affecting individuals across the lifespan. The first part
of the course emphasizes the basic concepts of pathophysiology: cellular level of
response, fluid and electrolytes, acid-base balance, and immune response. The
second part of the course focuses on the application of the basic concepts to body
systems and disease processes. The course builds on previous principles from
anatomy, physiology, and chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1151, BIOL 1151L (CHEM 1151, CHEM 1151L or CHEM 1211,
CHEM 1211L.)
Prerequisite or corequisite(s): BIOL 1152, BIOL1152L
