14 courses with the subject HTH, 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.
A course dealing with the contemporary health problems confronting today's educators, with consideration of such areas as the use and abuse of drugs, changing sexual mores, overpopulation, ecology, and mental health. General education Oral Course.
Total (including Sport Med Core Requirements): 73
HTH / HSS Electives (300+ level) ....................................................................... 9 Total 19
Students will understand Anatomical, physiological and biomechanical principles of the muscular skeletal system during resistance and conditioning training. Students will cover the concepts of correct body position, concentric and eccentric contraction, complete range of motion of each joint, and basic muscle and skeletal anatomy. Equipment considerations, maintenance, safety, organization, and injury prevention are covered in the use of free weights, resistance machines, and plyometric training methods.
This course is an introduction to various health and wellness professions. The course gives students a basic understanding of the U.S. healthcare system, current issues in healthcare, and an overview of the various professions available for health and wellness professionals. This course should help you focus your career goal and understand the system in which you may work.
A study of children’s health and motor development in the 21 st century. This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge, experiences, and skills in the teaching of physical/health education and promoting the concepts of health/fitness for today’s children in school settings. Students are required to complete 4 lessons of physical education observation/assistance at the assigned elementary school.
Covid-19 has thrust Public Health into the spotlight, but the domain of public health includes many critical issues, including mental health, obesity, and gun violence. From the first quarantines to the modern movement 139 | A v e r e t t U n i v e r s i t y A c a d e m i c C a t a l o g 2 0 2 6 - 2 0 2 7
This course is an introduction to medical terminology, specifically as it pertains to allied health professions. We will cover common medical terminology and abbreviations used in medical documentation.
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This course is designed to introduce and develop an understanding of cross cultural competence and cultural issues. Issues including race, gender, age, mental and physical ability, appearance, religion, sexual orientation, and social class will be covered. This class is designed for but not limited to those who intend to work in fields of sport such as physical activity, exercise, fitness, health care, sport management, and coaching. Sophomore or higher status required.
Introduces the "driver task" as related to the highway transportation system and factors that influences performance ability. Prepares students so they may be eligible to take certification exams for driving school instructors in both public and private schools. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
This course analyzes rules and regulations that govern the conduct of Driver Education programs with special emphasis on organization and administration. Includes uses in the classroom, driving range and on the street. Prepares students so they may be eligible to take the state certification exam in driver education. Prerequisite:
This course introduces the art and science of coaching with an emphasis on practical applications. The course includes principles of coaching, team behaviors, management, culture, and communication.
A course designed to teach nutrition and its effects upon athletic performance. Students will learn about foods, the diabetic athlete, steroids, and eating disorders that affect athletes. Students will also learn pre- and post- game meals, myths and facts. Courses of Instruction in Health and Sport Science (HSS)
Source: Averett University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
