17 courses with the subject IHS, 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.
IHS 200Introduction to Health Professions3
This course will introduce students to the broad array of health occupations and professions that are essential to the provision of healthcare. Disciplines in allied health and medicine as well as the importance of technology in healthcare will be reviewed. The role, function, education, licensure, and scope of practice of the various health professions within the context of United States healthcare systems will be discussed. Core interprofessional competencies will also be reviewed. hours. This course is offered in an online format. Fall, Spring.
Yoga I is the first in a sequence of yoga courses. Students will be introduced to the holistic benefits of yoga as a lifelong practice. Topics will include an introduction to yoga history and philosophy, introduction of the eight limb path of yoga, introduction to Sanskrit terminology yoga etiquette, and ethics related to yoga instruction. Safe anatomical alignment, pose modifications, and sequencing of postures will be emphasized. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to perform and lead a Sun Salutation sequence using emphasis on breath and skillful movement using modifications. This course meets 48 of the 200 contact hours required to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT200) through Yoga Alliance. hours. Fall and Spring.
Yoga II is the second in a sequence of yoga courses. This course builds on the basic yoga practice attained in Yoga I. Topics include an expanded asana, pranayama, and meditation practice; Sanskrit terminology; an in-depth study of Patanjali’s eight-limb path (yogic philosophy); therapeutic approach to sequencing a Vinyasa yoga class; and basic physical assists. Upon course completion, students should 168
Yoga III is the third yoga course in a sequence of yoga courses. Topics include an expanded understanding of therapeutic yoga sequencing for a variety of practitioners, chakra energy anatomy and physiology, expanded meditation practice, yoga philosophy, principles of demonstration, observation and assisting of yoga postures, and the role and qualities of a yoga teacher. Students will plan, organize, and implement one complete Yoga class. This course, combined with 96 hours from IHS301 & IHS302 meets 144 of the contact hours required to be a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT200) through Yoga Alliance.
Yoga IV is the final course necessary to become a Registered Yoga Teacher RYT 200 as recognized by Yoga Alliance. This course builds and expounds upon the previous three yoga courses. Topics include an expanded sequencing of advanced yoga asanas, pranayama and meditation practices and the communication skills, qualities and role of the yoga teacher. Ethics of the student-teacher relationship, the value of teaching yoga as a service to the community and addressing the specific needs of individuals and special populations will be emphasized. The expanded study of yoga philosophy and how it applies to modern day is addressed. Students will plan, organize, and implement a complete Vinyasa Flow Yoga and Yin Yoga class. This course, combined with 144 hours from IHS 301, IHS 302, and IHS 303 meets the contact hours required to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT200) through Yoga Alliance. Pre-
Infant Massage will include an introduction to the history of massage and human growth and development related to infant massage instruction. The skillful developmental sequencing of infant massage strokes and modifications for the growing child will be emphasized. Upon completion of this course, students will be eligible to obtain their certification as a Certified Educator of Infant Massage (CEIM) and will have the basic information to be able to organize, plan, and implement a Parent Infant massage class, including the ability to market, and promote a business. hours. This course is offered in a hybrid format. Fall.
Upon completion of this course students will receive a Certificate of Completion from the national Healing Touch Program for a Level 1 through Level 3 certification course and may refer to themselves as a “Student of Healing Touch”. Students will be provided with the opportunity to explore concepts and gain specific skill sets necessary to practice Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 energy based therapy, known as Healing Touch. Healing Touch topics include basic energy principles related to sequences; classification of interventions related to client healthcare challenges; ethics, documentation, and self- care. hours. Spring.
Aromatherapy I is the first in a sequence of four courses required to become a Certified Aromatherapist with the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA), and to be eligible to sit for the Certificate of Registration examination through the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC). Wellness and health-supporting benefits of plant-based substances will be introduced through study of the history and modern development of aromatherapy, classification of plants, and therapeutic properties of essential oils related to aromatherapy intervention. Safety precautions when selecting essential oils, and methods of 169
Aromatherapy II is the second in a sequence of four courses required to become a Certified Aromatherapist with the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA), and to be eligible to sit for the Certificate of Registration examination through the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC). Exploration of the wellness and health-supporting benefits of aromatic plant-based substances will be deepened through the study of the history and modern development of aromatherapy, classification of additional plants covered in this course, and the chemical structure and therapeutic properties of sesquiterpene, monoterpene, and sesquiterpene-rich essential oils related to aromatherapy intervention. Safety precautions when selecting essential oils, and methods of application for various therapeutic blends will be emphasized. Upon completion of this course, students will understand and be able to calculate appropriate dilutions and use various blending techniques using essential oils for five different types of applications relating to common ailments of the human body.
Students will explore the advantages and disadvantages of experimental and non-experimental designs, various sampling methods, and quantitative and qualitative data collection. Special emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to understand and evaluate scientific research. Topics include: hypothesis formulation, organization, correlation, regression and interpretation of statistical methods used in business and healthcare. hours. This course is offered in a hybrid or online format. Fall, Spring.
Critical thinking is the systematic process by which we develop and support our own thoughts and beliefs as well as evaluate the strength of arguments made by others in real-life situations. This course is designed to serve as the groundwork for more effective reasoning and cognitive skills. Students will examine theses, assumptions, evidence, and results from multiple frames of reference to prepare them for tackling all kinds of problems, including those important questions that do not have an easy and definitive answer, by using the best available method. hours. This course is offered in an online format. Spring.
Upon completion of this course students will receive a Certificate of Completion from the national Healing Touch Program for a Level IV Healing Touch course and may refer to themselves as a Healing Touch Practitioner Apprentice. Students will be provided with the opportunity to solidify concepts and gain specific skill sets necessary to practice energy based therapy, known as Healing Touch. Healing Touch topics include; business concepts, client/practitioner relationships, networking with other practitioners, case management, code of ethics, scope of practice, basic energy principles related to sequences, classification of interventions related to client healthcare challenges, documentation, and self-care. Service learning and community service will be an integral part of this course.
Aromatherapy III is the third in a sequence of four courses required to become a Certified Aromatherapist with the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA), and to be eligible to sit for the Certificate of Registration examination through the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC). Continued exploration of the wellness and health-supporting benefits of aromatic plant-based substances will be addressed through the study of the classification of additional plants covered in this course, as well as the chemical structure and therapeutic properties of oxide-, ester-, aldehyde-, phenol, ketone-, and ether-rich essential oils related to aromatherapy intervention. Safety precautions and contraindications to use when selecting essential oils, and methods of application for various therapeutic blends will be emphasized. Professional documentation using official guidelines, aromatherapy business scope of practice, and adherence to the NAHA Code of Ethics will be enforced within client encounters. Upon completion of this course, students will understand and be able to calculate appropriate dilutions and use various blending techniques using essential oils for four different types of applications relating to common ailments of the human body.
IHS 340. hours. This course is offered in a hybrid format. Fall.
IHS 440Aroma Therapy IV
Aromatherapy IV is the fourth and final in a sequence of four courses required to become a Certified Aromatherapist with the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA), and to be eligible to sit for the Certificate of Registration examination through the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC). Emphasis will be placed upon identifying and addressing common population ailments that occur in the academic and/or healthcare setting, and which show potential for being supported by the use of aromatherapeutic blends. Students will develop competency in research methods, design, implementation, and reporting within the scope of the profession of aromatherapy, under the supervision of a Certified Aromatherapist. Professional documentation, safety considerations, and evaluation of effectiveness/modification of created therapeutic blends will be utilized with human volunteer subjects.
IHS 430. Credits: 3 hours. This course is offered in a hybrid format. Spring.
IHS 501Applied Statistics and Research Methods3
Students will explore the advantages and disadvantages of experimental and non-experimental designs, various sampling methods, and quantitative and qualitative data collection. Special emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to understand and evaluate scientific research. Topics include: hypothesis formulation, organization, correlation, regression and interpretation of statistical methods used in business and healthcare. Students will deconstruct a research study and evaluate the content.
