10 courses with the subject HS, 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.
3 sem. hrs. Offered annually, fall semester Exploration of skills and knowledge needed for success in the health professions. Conducted with the context of discussion of healthcare systems and health professions.
1 sem. hr. Offered every semester. Graded: S/U. American Red Cross certification includes Community CPR and Standard First Aid. Additional fee.
1 sem. hr. A study of selected topics. HS 200/WTQS 200. Gender, Sexuality and Health 3 sem. hrs. Students will explore the complexities of gender and sexual diversity, as well as the differences between sex and gender within the context of health and wellness. Particular emphasis will be placed on the specific health issues and health disparities faced by women, transgender and gender non-binary individuals, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and intersex individuals, as well as professional competencies in responding to these issues. This survey course will be a foundation for further exploration of the specific issues faced by these vulnerable populations.
3 sem. hrs. Offered every semester Beginning with a systematic presentation of word origins and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, word roots, and plurals, this course guides the student through the fundamental concepts, terminological systems, and vocabulary used to describe systems and structures of the human body in health and disease. Abbreviations, symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties and diagnostic tests will be discussed.
3 sem. hrs. In-depth study of a selected topic in health sciences.
2-4 sem. hrs. Offered every semester. Graded: S/U. These internships provide opportunities for well-qualified students considering careers in the health sciences. Interns will work with health professionals. Each student will give a public presentation of his or her internship upon return to campus.
3 sem. hrs. This course is intended for students pursuing a career in healthcare and will cover principles of human nutrition that are essential for the well-being of an individual and community. Topic to be covered include food chemistry, metabolism assessment, lifecycle nutrition practices, and utilizing nutrition in the treatment of diseases. There will also be discussions associated with food safety, supply and security.
3 sem. hrs. This course will cover the basics of animal nutrition. This includes the classification and functions of nutrients, gastrointestinal tract anatomy of domestic mammals, digestion and metabolism, feed regulations, and feeding/nutrition of cattle, small ruminants, horses, swine, poultry, dogs, and cats.
1-3 sem. hrs. May be repeated for credit. These courses are available for students who have demonstrated an ability to work without close supervision. Student(s) and faculty members develop the course together on a relevant topic.
4 sem. hrs. Offered annually, fall semester. This capstone course covers current topics in the health sciences. Students will write and present original research in the area of discussion amongst the class. Post-graduate career opportunities and how to pursue them will also be considered.
Source: Wells College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
