26 courses with the subject HPW, 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.
HPW 100Health and Human Rights3
This course will examine the relationship between social justice, basic human rights, and health of all people. The impact of historical perspectives on health equity, health disparities and social justice will be discussed in detail. It will emphasize the interrelationships between health promotion, diversity, and equality in multiple populations to promote and protect individuals from harm. Further, it will identify health disparities and utilize critical thinking strategies for the advancement of health equity among marginalized populations. The application of human rights from multiple perspectives will be stressed. Students will apply health promotion theoretical frameworks to address different aspects of health equity and health disparities. Practical application topics will include health and children, the disabled, immigration, aged, sexual/reproductive health, and environmental health rights. The course will lean into the effectiveness of using human rights-based approaches to address current health challenges. Credits: (3,0)
This course is the study of medical terminology. The focus is on prefixes, suffixes, word roots and their combining forms by an introduction to medical word building and the general structure of the body and its various body systems. Students will learn word construction, spelling, usage, comprehension, and phonetic 'sounds like' pronunciations as well as some common medical abbreviations. This course is just right for Health Studies students who are considering a career in dental hygiene, nursing, or medical technology. Credits: Credits:3 (3,0) Course Index • 2026-
This course provides students with a better understanding of healthy lifestyles, a rationale for lifestyle behaviors, and ways to move closer to optimal wellness. Along with classroom content focused on health-related topics, students will also participate in a variety of physical activities and evaluate their own fitness level. During approximately half of the class meeting time, students will be expected to participate in various exercises and activities to improve health. Credits: (3,0)
Students will explore and discuss current issues and controversies in the health and wellness field. The focus will be on ethical issues raised as a result of social change and modern advances in biotechnology, which directly affect the quality of human life. Bioethics comprises every possible aspect of health care: medical, moral, political, religious, legal and financial. It scrutinizes outmoded laws and policies, as well as the enormous growth in available medical services. Bioethics also takes into account our values and views of ourselves as members of a humane society. A multiple-perspective approach of each topic will be emphasized, including interpreting and evaluating evidence supporting or refuting perspectives. Topics will include discussion of key sociocultural issues including: diversity, equity, and inclusion for underserved populations. Note: Students cannot get credit for both HPW 245 and BIO 240(W). Prerequisite(s): HPW 101 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the department. Credits: (3,0)
This course provides undergraduates with additional lower level technical elective courses for HPW & non-major students. This course is submitted as Humanities Gen Ed Liberal Arts elective as it is focused on recognizing and critiquing sociocultural concepts at the core of the human experience: studying phenomena, language, beliefs, and culture; their definition, interpretation, and history; and, their reflection of human values, beliefs, and traditions. This is a critical assessment course and challenges typical perspectives of core topics. This course is similar to a variety of humanity courses across disciplines that analyze and critique the underlying assumptions, methods of study, practices, theories, and disputes 2027 College Catalog • Page 241
HPW 310Sport & Exercise Psychology. You cannot get credit for both PSY3
309 and HPW 310. Prerequisite(s): Any 200-level or above Psychology course or Permission of the Department Chairperson. Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: (3,0)
This course will explore mental illness from psychological, neurobiological, historical and cultural perspectives. Conditions to be examined include autism, schizophrenia, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, multiple personality disorder, eating disorders, attention deficit disorder, and Tourette syndrome. Students will consider the impact of racism, class, and gender on the construction of, explanations for, and interventions developed in mental illnesses. All syndromes will be viewed in the context of an increasing public health concern with mental health and mental illness. Attention will be paid to the neurobiological and psychiatric mechanisms associated with these disorders. Prerequisite(s): HPW 200 and Junior level status Course Offered: Spring Credits: Credits:3 (3,0)
This course is designed to introduce the basic tenets, applications, and foci of public health, including integrating public health with other health professions. It will provide a history of public health with an emphasis on the practical application of public health theories and principles in public health program delivery. It will integrate various interactive learning strategies to both individual and community health outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HPW 200 or GRO 100 and Junior level status Course Offered: Spring Credits: Credits:3 (3,0)
In this course students will learn the benefits of establishing health promotion programs in public and community settings. Students are provided the knowledge and tools required to assess community needs and the steps involved to plan and implement wellness/ fitness programs. Page 242 • Course Index • 2026-202 Students integrate the various theories of behavior change in their planning assessments for the rural and suburban supporting communities. As part of the course, students will be assigned community service at select local sites and be required to present the experience to the class. Prerequisite(s): HPW 300 Course Offered: Fall Credits: Credits:3 (3,0)
This course expands on the counseling techniques for coaching healthy individuals learned in HPW 225. It combines mental health counseling models and techniques (from HPW 325) and applies them to various stages of addictive behaviors. It is an advancement of of intervention evidence- based counseling practices used to deal with the leading types of addiction in the United States. Prerequisite(s): HPW 325 Course Offered: Fall Credits: Credits:3 (3,0)
This course provides a thorough and comprehensive overview of the scientific research process utilized in social and health sciences. It provides training in the process of publishing peer reviewed research as well as 7 College Catalog
The Health Promotion and Wellness internship course is a professional development orientated course that builds skills and abilities related to job- seeking, career, and field experiences. The focus is on the development of professional skills including portfolios, resumes, interviewing skills, and relevant certifications. The internship is individualized based on the career interests of the student and the specific needs of the organization. Internship proposals must be presented and approved by the department prior to registration for the course. Prerequisite(s): HPW 410 or GRO 420, Junior level status and Approval of department chair. Course Offered: Spring Credits: (1,0,9)
