Courses

WEL 101 Concepts of Wellness (1):
Introductory wellness course based on a seven-component model of wellness: (physical, intellectual, social, emotional, environmental, occupational, & spiritual well-being); there is an emphasis on self-evaluation and self-improvement.

BIO 155 Basic Human Anatomy & Physiology (4):
The structure and function of the human body, including discussions of dysfunction, current issues, and practical applications. Designed for Wellness and Physical Education majors. Credits will not be given for students majoring in Biology or Pre-professional programs. Prerequisite: BIO 105 and CHM 131.

PED 170 First Aid (1):
Training in CPR and First Aid procedures qualifying students for the American Red Cross CPR and Community First Aid certificates; 7 weeks

BIO/WEL 210 Principles of Nutrition (3):
Introductory course designed to familiarize students with biochemical processes of digestion, absorption, and metabolism, as well as the contributions of various nutrients to the health of individuals at various ages; appropriate for pre-health professionals.

WEL 212 Stress Management (2):
This course is designed to introduce students to the causes, effects, and potential solutions to stress and stress-related problems. In addition to class discussion, stress management activities will be incorporated into each class period including: deep breathing, progressive muscular relaxation, shoulder massage, visualization, guided imagery, meditation, yoga, NIA, Tai Chi, self-hypnosis, autogenics, aromatherapy, and pet therapy.

WEL/PED 221 Personal & Community Health (3):
A course which presents principles and practices of personal health and seeks to develop attitudes and habits necessary for healthful living.

WEL 230 History & Principles of PE, Recreation, and Fitness (3):
An overview of the history, philosophy and principles of physical activity, exercise, and leisure studies.

SOC 232 Close Relationships (3):

SOC/PSY 265 Health Psychology (3):

WEL 250 Substance Abuse: A Holistic Approach to Prevention and Intervention (3):
This course provides an introduction to the topic of substance abuse prevention and intervention. Focus is on looking at substance abuse from a holistic perspective (social, psychological, and physical). Special emphasis will be placed on the role that the wellness major can play in the prevention of substance abuse through community education and treatment of substance abuse through teaching healthy living skills.

PED 272 Treatment of Athletic Injuries (2):
Practical training in the care and prevention of athletic injuries. Laboratory component includes various taping techniques (ankle, Achilles, longitudinal arch, shin splits, knee, hamstring, quadriceps, shoulder, wrist, thumbs), elastic bandaging, ice, and ice massage. (Applies toward coaching authorization.)

WEL 310 Health Promotion & Education (3):
Students will learn how to research, access, and create health education materials; various aspects of marketing and motivational techniques will be studied in the context of a variety of wellness settings.

WEL 320 Nutrition for Sports & Fitness (3):
An advanced look at nutrition as it applies to the special needs of athletes and fitness participants. Includes exploration of current issues including weight loss/gain, current diet trends, performance enhancement, ergogenic aids, sport-specific eating plans and botanical medicine.

WEL 350 Exercise Physiology (3):
A look at advanced physiological concepts as they relate to exercise; topics include but are not limited to energy, metabolism, oxygen consumption, adaptation to exercise, response to exercise, and exercise prescription.

WEL 360 Fitness Measurement & Exercise Rx (4):
Students will learn how to administer basic fitness tests including body composition, sub-maximal exercise tests, anaerobic power tests, flexibility tests and manual muscle testing.

WEL 380 Wellness Program Development (4):
Team-based approach to develop actual wellness programs in a variety of settings including college campuses, local businesses, hospitals, and community health centers.

WEL 390 Kinesiology (3):
The study of human movement in the context of exercise; will include basic anatomy, biomechanics and spatial analysis.

WEL 405 Fitness Program Administration (4):
Development of specific fitness programs for real-life clients with variety of goals including general health improvement, disease prevention, weight loss, weight gain, and sports participation. Includes aerobic and resistance training, as well as stress management.

WEL 410 Experiential Wellness (3):
Students will experience the seven components of wellness on multiple levels with two major goals: 1) explore their own personal wellness, and 2) create a community wellness program to be presented in several community settings.

WEL 420 Wellness Programming in Special Populations (3):
A variety of wellness programming topics will be presented in the context of special populations including: children; older adults; minority groups; GLBT groups; persons with disabilities; and those diagnosed with diseases such as heart disease, asthma, diabetes.

WEL 430 Senior Seminar (2):
Weekly discussion of case studies, internship experiences, and current issues in wellness. Students will be expected to present case studies and read current journal articles to present to the group.

WEL 495 Internship (4):
Students will participate in at least one internship experience in which they will perform voluntary or paid wellness services in the setting of their choice (college campus, corporate wellness, community service agency, hospital, fitness center, etc.).