8 courses with the subject HLT, 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.
HLT 101Introduction to Allied Health2
This course will expose students to a diversity of po- tential careers in health care and related fields. Stu- dents will become familiar with healthcare delivery in the United States. Students will explore employment opportunities and current trends within the industry. Emphasis will be placed on the skills, personal attri- butes, and academic preparation required for various health related occupations.
This course is designed to provide the students with an overview of the basics of patient care in Allied Health and related careers such as vital signs, body mechan- ics, and patient interactions. Emphasis is placed on the core traits of a health care provider, the interdisciplin- ary team approach to the delivery of patient care, pro- fessional accountability in the health care setting, com- munication and etiquette, consumer education, and cultural competence and diversity. Students will exam- ine the changing health care system, the importance of patient satisfaction, professional conduct, and work expectations of employers and patients in the clinical setting. Prerequisite: HLT 101.
Allied Health 3-0-3 This course will examine ethical and legal issues in health occupations. Students will explore current topics relevant to the healthcare industry, including Patient’s Bill of Rights, confidentiality, informed consent, and documentation. Emphasis will be placed on defining the moral principles and ethical systems that health- care practitioners and allied personnel must uphold.
This American Red Cross course provides a compre- hensive set of skills that may enable students to save a life. This course offers certification in both First Aid and CPR/AED, and will prepare students to respond to a variety of emergencies involving infants, children and adults.
An examination of health issues and problems related to individuals and communities. Included is an explo- ration of wellness/health promotion; factors that impact health such as culture, heritage and socioeconomic level; chronic and communicable disease, including HIV/AIDS; nutrition, weight management and fitness; aging and death; relationships, sexuality, reproduction and birth control; stress management; health care de- livery; and alcohol, tobacco and other drugs preven- tion/intervention. 153
Students will gain essential knowledge and practical skills to become an entry level fitness trainer. The course is based on materials from the American Coun- cil on Exercise (ACE) and designed to prepare students for the ACE certification exam as a personal trainer.
This course explores the biological, physical and pharmacological effects of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs on the brain and other parts of body, including their reaction and interaction with other medications. The nature and progression of addiction, genetic fac- tors and the Bio-Psycho-Social model of addiction will also be reviewed. Concepts of toxicology screening, limitations and legal implications in the field of Chemi- cal Abuse Counseling will be explored. Students will gain an overview of the medical issues common to individuals with addictions as well as methods for pro- moting health and wellness. Prerequisites: HUS 100, HUS 120, and SCI 136 recommended.
13-14 14-15 MAT 125 or higher. MAT125 strongly recommended. MAT 130 or higher. Science Electives may be chosen from a non-required course with the prefix BIO or CHM, or from the following: SCI 135, SCI 136, SCI 137, SCI 152, SCI 163, SCI 170, RAD 130 (previously completed), and RAD 131 (previously completed), or ESC elective. DEISJ Elective may be chosen from all DEISJ General Education couses. Electives must be used to meet a SUNY General Education requirement. Students are advised to choose electives based on the requirements of their intended transfer institutions. NOTE: All A.A. and A.S. degree programs require courses that meet 7 of the 10 General Education competencies and a minimum of 30 credits of General Education Liberal Arts and Sciences coursework. A minimum of 60 credits are required to complete this program, which must include 30 credits of General Education Liberal Arts and Sciences, plus two different physical or wellness education courses.
