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Graduate Health Education

2019 Spring Term

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3 Units

SECONDARY HEALTH EDUCATION

HEALTHED 540

An introduction to various health belief models and philosophies with particular emphasis on health education content at the secondary level.


3 Units

CURRENT TOPICS IN HEALTH AND WELLNESS

HEALTHED 560

The course examines, interprets, and evaluates wellness as it relates to current topics in health, disease prevention, health promotion, and health education. Topics included are cardiovascular health, alcohol and other drugs, nutrition concepts, health hazards, tobacco, and topics related to public health such as physical activity and behavior changes.


3 Units

STRESS MANAGEMENT

HEALTHED 562

The course explains what stress is, its various causes and its effects. It helps develop a personal "Stress Profile" which enables the participants to pinpoint the specific sources and manifestations of stress and tension. The course shows how to combine biofeedback, relaxation techniques, exercise, diet, and other skills into an individualized "Stress Management System" that will help individuals feel healthier and cope better with daily pressure.


2 Units

ELEMENTARY HEALTH EDUCATION

HEALTHED 582

Teaching and learning experiences in selected content areas of health education. Designed for the elementary teacher.


3 Units

NUTRITION FOR HEALTH

HEALTHED 591

The course helps students plan, evaluate, and analyze dietary intake based on sound nutritional guidelines, principles, and knowledge for the purpose of health enhancement, improved mental and physical performance, and decreasing risk of disease.


3 Units

TEACHING HEALTH EDUCATION

HEALTHED 645

A study of philosophy, trends and teaching-learning strategies. Emphasis will be placed on developing and utilizing models and strategies in health education.


3 Units

FACILITATING HEALTH BEHAVIOR

HEALTHED 670

This course is designed as a capstone experience for non-teaching health minor students who have had at least 12 credits of work in the health minor. This course offers opportunities to gain the skills necessary for helping others with health behavior changes, while creating healthier environments in the home, workplace and community.


1-3 Units

INDIVIDUAL STUDIES

HEALTHED 798

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member.


1-6 Units

THESIS RESEARCH

HEALTHED 799

Students must complete a Thesis Proposal Form in the Graduate Studies Office before registering for this course.

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