38 courses with the subject HED, 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.
HED 131Personal Health3.00
A lecture courses discussing topics such as preventive health care, 118 nutrition, coping in today's society, decision-making, diseases, drugs, love and the human life cycle, etc.
A lecture and physical activity course focusing on topics such as preventive health care, nutrition, physical activity, coping in today’s society, decision making, diseases, drugs, love and the human life cycle. LSF: HP
This is the first course for students majoring in Health Education. It is designed to provide: an overview of the field, information concerning career opportunities and professional growth and practical experience in an area of interest with a minimum of ten (10) hours of observation at an outside agency or organization.
This course provides the student with knowledge and techniques of health as it affects personal, professional, and family living. Health careers are also an aspect of this course. This course requires students to become certified in First Aid and CPR.
3 HED 335 Minority Health Problems & Issues 3 3 HED 336 Death and Dying 3 3 HED 438 Social & Behavioral Aspects of Global Health 3 17-18 Total Hours 18
This course explores the field of women’s health and its relationship to both the lives of women and to understanding broader culture and society. It is designed to give the student a basic scientific understanding of the major differences between the sexes, the influence these differences have on illness and health outcomes, and the implications for policy, medical research, and health care.
This course will explore the intricate relationship between stress, psychology, and health. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the nature of stress and the various coping strategies and relaxation techniques that can be employed to manage it effectively. LS: SS
A course designed to provide intensive work in an area of special interest or a required topic in health education. This course is availabl to qualified students upon recommendations from their academic advisor and the instructor related to the topic.
A course designed to provide intensive work in an area of special interest or a required topic in health education. This course is availabl to qualified students upon recommendations from their academic advisor and the instructor related to the topic.
This course is designed to aid the student in developing the knowledge and skills essential for safety measures and emergency care procedures. Successful completion of this course carries American Red Cross certifications in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and possibly a certification as an instructor.
A course designed to provide intensive work in an area of special interest or a required topic in health education. This course is availabl to qualified students upon recommendations from their academic advisor and the instructor related to the topic.
HED 332Health Education & Physical Activity in Elementary Schools3.00
This course is designed to assist students in developing knowledge and skills in planning curricula, defining, instructional objectives, and writing lesson plans to enhance their effectiveness in teaching health education and physical activity content at the elementary school level. 119
This course is designed to provide the student with a working knowledge of the Coordinated School Health Program in schools and the major health issues affecting today’s students. Techniques for identifying problem areas, designing and implementing change strategies, and evaluating the results are also part of this course.
The process of planning, implementing, and evaluating health programs in the community. Total program development will be emphasized with attention given to designing community health programs, overcoming community resistance, selecting appropriate educational methods, and conducting evaluation activities. e
This course is designed to discuss the social characteristics of minority populations, mortality and morbidity indicators, prevention strategies, and the recommendations by the Department of Health and Human Services. LSP: SB
This course examines the physical, chemical, and biological factors al external to a person and all the related factors impacting behaviors. It encompasses the assessment and control of those environmental factors that can potentially affect health as they relate to preventing disease and creating health-supportive social and cultural environments. LSP: IG
Continuation of HED 395. The didactic component of lactation education provides students comprehensive breastfeeding and human lactation education. Students will be provided with the basic medical sciences as well as public health and social work perspectives, including consideration of equity, population and program-based applications associated with human lactation.
This is the second of two formal courses that facilitates the writing of the senior investigative paper. The purpose of this course is to expose students to significant issues, methodology, and research in the field of health education, and to investigate an area of major interest for th senior paper. The students will complete their senior investigative paper as an outcome of this course.
A supervised internship in a professional work environment which will provide the student with exposure to the job market in sport- related businesses and public health agencies. Each student will be responsible for 120 hours of work and be required to present detailed descriptions of work activities and experience.
This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and competencies in the use of effective methods of teaching health education and the effective use of resources. Best practices as they relate to the National Health Education Standards, the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, and educational technology are also a part of this course.
Introductory course in health administration. Background of health care, health policy, the healthcare delivery system, health care access, health finance, the pharmaceutical industry, and ethics will be explored.
A course designed to introduce the student to the many facets of health communication. Understanding of theoretical frameworks in health, health literacy, and levels of communication will be explored. Practical experience in design and production of health educational materials utilizing health communication channels will be required.
HED 438Social & Behavioral Aspects of Global Health3.00
This course covers the behavioral, social, and cultural aspects of e health and disease. Students learn how behavioral and social theories are relevant to health promotion and disease prevention efforts and in relevant to health promotion and disease prevention efforts in behavior- based safety efforts. They also learn how factors protect or erode health at multiple levels (including individual, community, societal, and global levels) and how interventions are developed to improve health by addressing critical factors at each of these levels. The course also addresses the roles of culture, race, and ethnicity in the conceptualization of health and illness.
In this course, students will explore the field of queer studies- its relationship to both the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people and to understanding of broader culture and society. Particular attention will be given to the relationship between discrimination and oppression, and health and wellness. Health disparities in the LGBT population will also be explored. Issues will be explored using interdisciplinary approaches that incorporate the intersecting questions of race, class, gender, and nationality alongside sexuality and gender identity. We will cultivate analytical tools developed out of feminist and LGBT political movements. LSP: IG
An occasional or experimental course focusing on a specific topic designed to provide advanced study in an area of special interest in health education. This course is an elective and is available to qualifie students upon recommendations from the academic advisor and the instructor. This course may be repeated for additional credit.
The clinical component of the lactation programs provides students with practical experiences related to the mother and child and includes direct observation, competency attainment, and supervised practice within inpatient and outpatient settings. It involves student experiential sharing and topic review, shadowing, and attendance at meetings. All students will complete at least 300 hours of clinical lactation experience. Enrollment in the course is by permission only. The course may be repeated for credit.
Continuation of HED 495. The clinical component of the lactation program provides students with practical experiences related to the mother and child and includes direct observation, competency attainment, and supervised practice within inpatient and outpatient settings. It involves student experiential sharing and topic review, shadowing, and attendance at meetings. All students will complete at least 300 hours of clinical lactation experience. Enrollment in the course is by permission only. The course may be repeated for credit.
This course will develop the knowledge and skills of individuals to plan and facilitate childbirth education classes and serve as birth doulas. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to teach a childbirth education class and be eligible to sit for the International Childbirth Educator certification exam. In addition, students will be eligible to begin the process of becoming a certified Birth Doula.