54 courses with the subject HPSS, 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.
This course provides students with an orientation to professional and clinical aspects of athletic training. Students are introduced to the professional domains of athletic training, a team concept of healthcare, and required policies and procedures.
A course concerned with placing emphasis on health through a consideration of various conditions which affect health. It includes a comprehensive coverage of important trends on major health areas such as communicable diseases, drugs, nutrition, and those involving the psychological or adjustive processes and those of a psychological or biological nature. A requirement for students fulfilling the core in general education.
A course designed to develop knowledge in all aquatics disciplines (instructional & competitive swimming, diving, water polo, etc.), proficiency in the mechanics, skills, strategies, and progressions of aquatics sports. Emphasis is on providing majors with elements of teaching techniques.
A course designed to teach students to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, infants and children; identify and care for life-threatening bleeding, sudden illness, shock, injuries to muscles, bones and joints and the characteristics of healthy lifestyles. CPR/AED and First Aid certification from the American Red Cross may be earned through successful completion of the course.
A basic course in gross anatomy and physiology designed to provide instructions related to exercise science, health fitness and performance, through the study of the organizational structure and function of the human body, and how these factors affect and are affected, by both acute and chronic exercise. Laboratory experiences will also be provided to augment concepts to be covered.
This course will introduce the student to the basic concepts of prevention and care of sport-related injuries/illnesses for physically active populations. Topics covered may include all or more of the following: basic injury assessment, athletic bracing and taping, first aid, CPR, and emergency preparedness and management. Semester Major requirement
The purpose of this course is to examine the philosophical, ethical and theoretical foundations of the professional practice of health education in school, community, work site and hospital settings, as well as in health promotion consultant activities. Students will be expected to develop their own philosophical, ethical and theoretical approach(s) to the field after becoming familiar with the literature related to the discipline. This course also requires a minimum of one hour each week (total of 15 hours a semester) of an active service-learning experience.
The purpose of this course is to provide future health educators with the tools to identify, question or seek accuracy in the delivery of health care, health services and health products. In addition, evaluation of health products, insurance, and services will be emphasized. This course will examine the role of government and the influence of the media on these issues. Community health structures (local health departments, state, CDC and other appropriate agencies) will be studied.
A course designed to foster a safe environment through awareness of hazards, accidents and emergencies and through the concepts of prevention, intervention, and maintenance of your surroundings.
A course designed to examine current trends and attitudes toward human sexuality behavior with an emphasis on sexuality throughout the life cycle, interpersonal relationships, roles, interrelationships and family member roles and responsibilities.
This course provides a thorough introduction to the fundamental principles of human nutrition and their application in health, fitness, athletics, wellness and lifestyle diseases.
A course designed to familiarize the students with the basic principles and concepts of constructing unit and lesson plans in health education, and utilizing materials and aids in grades K-12 from the conceptual approach to curriculum design. [Current state standards and programs will emphasized.]
A course designed to teach the techniques of officiating for selected sports; and to provide practical experiences through officiating in selected activities.
A course designed to offer the major theory and practice in exploratory experiences, lead-up activities, low organized games (for classroom, gymnasium, out-of doors), drills, and self-testing activities primarily for use in elementary physical education programs. . [The importance of integrating physical activity into the classroom will be emphasized.] A study of factors that make up desirable elementary physical education programs will be included. Suggestions as to how these activities may be adapted to use at secondary levels and in recreational situations will be discussed.
The purpose of HPSS 3131 is to provide the student with an opportunity to practically apply the kinesiology (HPSS 3130) course concepts through a hands-on approach. Course application will include, but is not limited to, muscle/tendon/joint palpation, manual muscle testing, flexibility assessment, and application of flexibility and therapeutic modalities to non-clinical populations. 1 HPSS 3130
A course designed to introduce the latest exercise programs: Pilates, Yoga, Water Aerobics, and Aerobic Exercises. This course will focus on functional assessment tools, exercise prescription, and the role of physical fitness in achieving levels of health and fitness for all ages. It includes laboratory work to help develop effective group and individual client programs.
A course designed to introduce concepts about health-related physical fitness and to establish, through contemporary research evidence, the connections between physical fitness and wellness; lifestyle choices and behaviors. Wellness is a global concept that emphasizes self-responsibility for achieving an optimal state of health and well-being. This course will focus upon the role of physical fitness in a wellness lifestyle for all age levels.
Examines fundamental theories of psychology applied to sports organization, management, participation and influence of the major players in sports: organizers, administrators, coaches, athletes, family and spectators. It emphasizes theories of learning and principles of behavioral change, the effects of motivation, personality, attitudes, competition and group dynamics on sport performance, as well as the psychological effects of exercise, exercise adherence, and addiction as it relates to human performance.
Students in this course will learn how to develop a data collection plan, record valid and reliable measurements, conduct valid and reliable assessments, and statistically analyze/interpret findings based on common scientific/statistical principles (evaluation).
A course designed to introduce the correct teaching and safety techniques, as well as strategies for developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, muscular power, and muscle mass with resistance loads of machines, free weights, and universal gym. Laboratory exercises require application of theories to strength assessment, program design, periodization, and evaluation of training programs.
A course structured to identify basic principles of physical education which serve as guidelines for action by prospective teachers in planning for teaching and in deciding what and how to teach.
Rehabilitation skills of specific body parts will be covered. This will include utilization of rehabilitation tools and athlete/sport specific rehabilitation protocols.
This course covers the scientific training principles that must be utilized to improve conditioning and performance. The theory and practice of training for basic fitness or for specific sports with views on how athletes train to improve sport participation and performance will be discussed. This course is designed for health professionals, physical education teachers, coaches, and other individuals who desire to know how to plan and manage effective fitness-training programs.
A course designed to develop practical outdoor skills through direct experiences including: cooking skills, camp site selection, hiking skills, compass reading, rock climbing, tenting, and aquatic skills.
A course that utilizes principles and practices used to design instructions and experiences in program content. Exploration of teaching methods used to design developmentally appropriate content for students in K-12 physical education programs. Focus will be on implementation of lifetime physical education concepts which utilize teaching with skill themes, movement concepts, fitness/wellness, and sport skills to inspire students to remain physically active as adults. Observations in elementary and secondary schools required.
A course designed to prepare prospective health educators to teach using an organized, sequential K-12 plan with information and skills theory need to become health-literate, to maintain and improve their health, to prevent disease, and to reduce risky health-related behaviors. Special emphasis will be placed on developing age appropriate lesson plans for health classes. Observations are required in elementary and secondary schools.
A course designed to provide a thorough survey of best practices in continuous performance-based assessment within the context of physical education. Methods of performance-based assessment will be discussed, analyzed, and implemented into lesson plans. Students will gain experience in properly integrating effective assessment into curricula in a cohesive manner.
A course that deals with sociological perspectives of sports in society, theoretical bases for understanding how sports affect society and the worlds of sports. There will be some concern with issues related to gender, race, culture, politics, economics, and research in sports.
Covers a diverse selection of issues and complex problems that confront exercise science, physical education , athletic trainers, and sport. Efforts will be made to encourage independence of thought and stimulate new insights. Emphasis will be placed on preparing Exercise Science and Athletic Training majors for the certification examination and editing student portfolios.
A course which aims to provide instruction in organizational, administrative, supervisory, and leadership procedures utilized in HPER. Basic skills and techniques required to prepare students to administer programs in schools, parks, health agencies, intramurals, and athletics are emphasized.
A course designed to assist students in acquiring the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies to enable them to provide physical education programming for handicapped children in the least restrictive environment. Students are required to travel to off-campus sites for practicum experiences.
A course designed to present general and specific knowledge of the avoidance, use and abuse of substances. This course includes substance effects, dependence, habituation, addiction, abuse, classification of abused drugs, treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction.
Investigation and analysis of the law and legal issues in schools for physical educators, coaches, and fitness trainers; topics include negligence theory; common defenses; product liability; contract law, constitutional law, and sport litigation.
Students will utilize physics-based concepts to investigate, analyze, and evaluate the anatomical and mechanical principles related to general human locomotion and ambulation, as well as exercise and sport-specific movements. 3 Cross-listed with HPSS 5210 (graduate biomechanics)
This lab-based course provides hands-on experience in strength and conditioning practices. Students will learn proper exercise techniques, testing protocols, and coaching strategies aligned with NSCA and ACSM guidelines. Emphasis is placed on safe and effective implementation of resistance training, aerobic training, Olympic lifting, speed, agility, and conditioning drills. 1 HPSS 4330
A course that provides instructional planning for prospective teachers, physical fitness trainers, aquatics directors, and other exercise program providers. Practical methods for planning, directing, and producing demonstrational and school events related to instructional programs in the school, or activity programs in institutions are emphasized.
A course designed to instruct students in basic independent research skills. Students are to select an area of interest, select a method of investigation, gather and analyze data, and state conclusions based on the information obtained from the study in a written terminal project. It is required of all HPSS majors.
A course designed to equip the student to manage and supervise sport and recreation programs. It provides the opportunity to apply program planning skills and leadership techniques in a selected sport and recreation agencies.
A course designed to provide supervised student teaching in physical education in an elementary and secondary school placement. Emphasis is on the design of units, lesson plans, assessments, and teaching techniques designed in concert with an experienced teacher who will mentor and assist as student’s work in the classroom.
This course will provide an opportunity for the student to gain invaluable hands-on experience via an internship opportunity in an area related to their major. Through working part-time for an organization (100 to 300-hours, over the course of the semester), the student will be provided the opportunity to apply concepts learned in their major’s courses to realistic problem-based scenarios. The student will also have the opportunity to learn from experts and build professional connections with potential employers. N/A 3 or 6 or 9 N/A N/A Course is required.
Source: Tennessee State University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
