9 courses with the subject HWP, 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.
HWP 126Society & Food3
Exploration on a global basis of interactions of man and environment as reflected in food production systems. Relation of food supply and use in development or maintenance of social and political institutions. Economic and religious influences on dietary patterns and nutritional health are also explored. Offered: F.
HWP 200Introduction to Health & Wellness Promotion3
An introduction to the professional and academic field of health promotion. Epidemiological investigations of disease trends in the United States and health promotion efforts are explored. Emphasis is placed on the roles of lifestyle and policy in determining health outcomes, social determinants of health, and effective strategies for behavior change. Offered: S.
HWP 205Writing & Communicating for Health Audiences3
Students will develop original written materials pertaining to current public health issues that target specific populations. They will also gain a basic understanding of health, information and functional literacy; and evaluate existing materials for literacy levels and readability. Students will explore professional oral presentation skills for research and general audiences
HWP 234Anatomy & Physiology for Health & Wellness Promotion I4
An introductory study of human anatomy and physiology. Topics include an introduction to cells, tissues, systems organization, circulatory system, body defense systems, respiratory system, nervous system, and endocrine system. Laboratory involves experimentation and demonstration of physiological principles. Offered: F.
HWP 344Research Methods in Health & Wellness Promotion3
Exploration of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies designed to provide theoretical basis behind various research methods, delineate select methodological approaches, evaluate study design, interpret statistics, and apply evidence from clinical research to areas of interest.
Senior Capstone in Health and Wellness Promotion includes: (1) career and/or graduate study preparation; (2) evidence of growth in the ability to critically evaluate and synthesize information across their health and wellness course of study; and (3) an oral presentation of learning.
HWP 493Field Experience in Health & Wellness Promotion I3
Students apply health promotion research and theory during a 100-hour field experience in a work setting, meeting a requirement to sit for the Certified Wellness Practitioner Exam (National Wellness Institute). Students expected to conduct program assessment and evaluation activities, and meet regularly to discuss observations, reflect, and present findings.
HWP 494Field Experience in Health & Wellness Promotion II3
Students apply health promotion research and theory during a 100-hour field experience in a work setting, meeting a requirement to sit for the Certified Wellness Practitioner Exam (National Wellness Institute). Students expected to conduct program assessment and evaluation activities, and meet regularly to discuss observations, reflect, and present findings.