Minneapolis Community and Technical College · Courses
HLTH
17 courses with the subject HLTH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HLTH 1000Introduction to Sleep and Rest3.00
(3.00 lec) This course introduces you to content areas related to the basic human need area of sleep and rest. You will learn about the importance of sleep and rest for a healthy life, sleep cycles, the history of sleep, and common sleep disorders. The field of sleep science and its relevance to other allied health professions is introduced. This course is open to the public and is also a required course in the Polysomnographic Technology A.A.S. program. of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into or completion of ENGL 1110 or ENGL 1108.
(3.00 lec) This course examines modern concepts and practices of health and holistic living as applied to the individual. It includes discussion of selected topics to stimulate your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Personal development, self-discipline, health maintenance, integration of the mind/body concept and drug education is stressed.
(2.00 lec) This course is presented from a holistic view, so all aspects of life will be discussed. It is intended to give you workable tools to manage stress in your life and critique how to manage distress in your life. You will complete awareness exercises, problem-solve, do personal inventories and make personal plans. Topics will include: perception of stress, strength intervention, coping and managing, psychophysiology, stress and illness, risk-taking, and stress and communication.
(2.00 lec) This course covers the role nutrition, complemented by physical activity and exercise, plays in determining one’s health. You will gain a basic understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of exercise and the importance nutrition plays in the enhancement of fitness based on the choices you make in your everyday life. or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042.
(2.00 lec) This course focuses on coping with the major changes that can occur in life. You will learn about a holistic approach to loss by viewing it as “change and transition.” You will understand the theories and stages of grief, which are helpful in the transition to overall health. You will obtain knowledge and tools needed to maintain wellness and make healthy choices when changes occur. or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 and faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052; and placement into ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051 or completion of ESOL 0041.
(2.00 lec) In this course, you will learn to administer first aid in treating injuries and sudden illness, including training for breathing and cardiac emergencies. Certification will be earned upon successful completion of the course requirements. 2013–2014 Catalog | Minneapolis Community & Technical College
(2.00 lec) In this course, you will learn the biological and psychosocial aspects of human sexuality across the lifespan, including human sexual anatomy and physiology. An understanding of the influences on individual sexuality and how your sexuality impacts relationships, attitudes, and communication will be presented. Other topics include contraception, challenges to sexual functioning and sexual orientation. Current statistics and information regarding transmission, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of sexually transmitted infections will be included. Community resources, prevention and advocacy of current sexual health issues will be emphasized. of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052.
(2.00 lec/1.00 lab) This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills for developing intercultural competence in the area of food and nutrition. You will understand food in the context of culture by examining the historical, religious and sociocultural influences on meal patterns and eating customs. You will apply these competencies to positively influence the health and nutritional status of the various cultural and ethnic groups or clients you may serve. or completion of READ 100 or ESOL 0042 and faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052; AND Placement into ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051 or completion of ESOL 0041.
(1.00 lec) This course will examine in depth timely topics in the health field. These topics will be pertinent to everyday living and may include: tobacco/marijuana use, fetal alcohol syndrome, parenting, personal assessment of health, consumer issues in health, etc.
and Wellness 2.00 credits (2.00 lec) This course is an introduction to the principles of toxicology and how environmental agents, such as pesticides and pollutants, affect human health, specifically in the areas of disease and injury. You will assess your toxicant risk and ecological footprint and use these results to research various methods on how to improve your environmental health, such as sustainable agriculture and green living. This course also explores how you can use the environment to promote health and actually heal the mind and body. of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052.
to Everyday Life 3.00 credits (3.00 lec) In this course, you will learn about infectious diseases and disease concepts, with emphasis on prevention and control of infectious diseases in the individual, family and community. You will study a broad spectrum of infectious-disease topics, including disease causes, transmission, outbreaks, and personal and family protection; debate the influence of geography, culture, politics and economic factors on infectious diseases; and discuss common diseases such as influenza, food- borne illnesses, and sexually transmitted diseases; as well as more exotic diseases, such as pandemic influenza, newly emerging diseases, and diseases caused by bioterrorism. of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052.
(3.00 lec) This course presents information essential for providing emergency care in the event of injury or illness. Course material is specifically designed for those with a job- related duty to act in the event of acute injury or illness. This course fulfills the requirement for those students entering the Law Enforcement program. The Minnesota First Responder Certificate is earned upon successful completion of the course requirements. 2013–2014 Catalog | Minneapolis Community & Technical College
