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HLTHST 434 HEALTHCARE BIOETHICS (3-0-3)(S)

Discuss ideas, issues, and language in the ethics of health care. Provide a model to use in analyzing bioethical issues using case studies as a learning tool.
HLTHST 435 (HLTHINFO 435) ISSUES AND TRENDS IN HEALTH INFORMATICS (3-0-3)(F)(Odd years)

Issues related to patient privacy and security practices, information business processes in health organizations, electronic information, and analysis and interpretation of rules and regulations.
HLTHST 444 ADDICTION AND THE FAMILY SYSTEM (3-0-3)(F,S)

Examination of multigenerational impact of addiction (drugs, alcohol, work, religion, internet, gambling, etc.) on the family system. In addition to dysfunctional roles developed to cope with addiction, class also compares and contrasts communication strategies and parenting styles of unhealthy and healthy family systems. Risk and protective factors, stages of change, and continuum of care from prevention, intervention, treatment and aftercare are addressed. PREREQ: HLTHST 109 or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 448 COUNSELING TECHNIQUES FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS (3-0-3)(F)

Topics to include interviewing and questioning techniques, client observation and influencing skills, and ethics. Special emphasis is given to confrontation techniques which can help break through the denial system of patients and help determine sound treatment plans. PREREQ: Upper-division or graduate standing.
HLTHST 464 SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT OF ALCOHOL AND DRUG PROBLEMS (3-0-3)(F)

Screening and assessment tools/procedures, and interventions for substance abuse. Legal, social, ethical, and health implication. PREREQ: HLTHST 109 or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 465 ASSESSMENT AND CASE MANAGEMENT OF ALCOHOL AND DRUG PROBLEMS (3-0-3)(S)

Emphasis on case management techniques. Continued legal, social, ethical, and health implications. PREREQ: HLTHST 464 or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 466 COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE (2-0-2)(F/S)

Medical practices other than allopathic medicine, including Chinese and Indian medicine, guided imagery, naturopathy, and massage therapy. Explores the ethical, legal and policy issues surrounding these modalities. Current research on efficacy and consumer acceptance accompanies clinical demonstration of selected modalities, such as acupuncture and massage therapy.
HLTHST 468 GROUP PROCESS FOR ADDICTIONS PROFESSIONALS (3-0-3)(F/S)

Introduction to group counseling provides basic knowledge of group process and practice. Covers theory behind types and stages of groups, facilitating a group, ethical and behavioral standards, confidentiality, and management of groups. PREREQ: HLTHST 255.
HLTHST 469 ETHICS FOR ADDICTIONS PROFESSIONALS (2-0-2)(S)

Ethical principles and practices of addictions counseling. Emphasis on confidentiality, reporting, and dual relationships. PREREQ: HLTHST 255.
HLTHST 480-480G EPIDEMIOLOGY (3-0-3)(F/S)

Study of the distribution and determinants of disease within human populations. PREREQ: Upper-division standing and HLTHST 380 or HLTHINFO 205 or MATH 254 or PSYC 295 or SOC 310.
HLTHST 482 RESEARCH METHODS IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES (3-0-3)(F/S)

Design of experiments, methods of analysis, interpretation of results, and use of research to support evidence-based practice. PREREQ: HLTHST 380 or MATH 254 or PSYC 295 or SOC 310.
HLTHST 493 PRE-PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP (Variable credit)

Internship opportunities in health sciences are available through the department. (Pass/Fail.) PREREQ: Upper-division standing, cumulative GPA above 3.25, recommendation of faculty advisor, and PERM/INST.
HLTHST 498-499 SEMINAR (1-0-1 or 2-0-2)(F/S)

Presentation of selected health science topics under faculty direction.

HLTHST 100 INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH PROFESSIONS (1-0-1)(F)

Various health disciplines and their clinical functions. Information on educational requirements, opportunities, and advancement for each discipline. Lectures by health faculty and guest speakers from the medical community. Orientation to health care in clinical facilities. (Pass/Fail.)
HLTHST 101 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (3-0-3)(F/S)

Introduction to Greek and Latin prefixes, suffixes, combining forms and roots used in medical terminology, as well as the study of anatomical, physiological, and pathological terms, clinical procedures, abbreviations, and lab tests according to systems of the body. Medical terminology is treated as a medical language and clinical application is stressed.
HLTHST 109 DRUGS: USE AND ABUSE (3-0-3)(F/S)

An introductory course which deals with the basic medical, social, and psychopharmacological considerations related to the use of therapeutic and non-therapeutic (recreational) drugs.
HLTHST 143 (KINES 143) WEIGHT MANAGEMENT (1-0-1)(F/S)

A health-focused approach to weight management is presented. Behavioral changes in the areas of nutrition and exercise are identified. Students engage in a behavior change project. May be taken for Kinesiology or Health Studies credit, but not both. (Pass/Fail.)
HLTHST 144 (KINES 144) STRESS MANAGEMENT (1-0-1)(F/S)

Exercises to help students identify the various sources of stress in their lives, expand their repertoire of appropriate stress management techniques, and develop an action plan for the effective management of stress. May be taken for Kinesiology or Health Studies credit, but not both. (Pass/Fail.)
HLTHST 145 (KINES 145) FAMILY SKILL BUILDING STRATEGIES (1-0-1)(F/S)

Identify and practice positive parenting skills that help build protective factors to reduce the risk that children will develop addiction/substance abuse problems. May be taken for Kinesiology or Health Studies credit, but not both. (Pass/Fail.)
HLTHST 202 HEALTH DELIVERY SYSTEMS (3-0-3)(F,S)

Consideration of processes, professionals, politics, programs, laws, and institutions which are involved in the maintenance of health and treatment of disease.
HLTHST 207 NUTRITION (3-0-3)(Diversity)

Study of fundamentals of nutrition as a factor in maintaining good health. Present day problems in nutrition are also discussed. PREREQ: BIOL 100 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 191 or BIOL 227.
HLTHST 216 LABORATORY VALUES (1-0-1)(F)

Introduction to the clinical significance of selected laboratory tests. PREREQ: PERM/INST.
HLTHST 217 HUMAN DISEASE MECHANISMS (3-0-3)(F)

Introduction to the general principles of disease mechanisms: etiology, signs, symptoms, diagnoses, treatment and management of disease.
HLTHST 220 CARDIOPULMONARY RENAL PHYSIOLOGY (3-0-3)(F)

Normal and clinical physiological functions of the pulmonary, circulatory and renal systems. PREREQ: BIOL 227-228.
HLTHST 230 GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (3-0-3)(F,S)

Principles of physical and psychosocial growth and development across the lifespan from infancy through later life. Overview of developmental theories, developmental assessment tools, health risks, and prevention and promotion strategies. PREREQ: BIOL 227, PSYC 101.
HLTHST 255 INTRODUCTION TO THE FIELD OF ADDICTIONS (3-0-3)(F/S)

Addictions, impact of drugs on society, treatment modalities, and career opportunities.
HLTHST 256 PREVENTION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE (3-0-3)(F)

Odd years. Introduction to prevention theory and practice of alcohol and other drug addictions. Focus will be on identification of risk and protective factors. PREREQ: HLTHST 109 or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 258 BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS FOR ADDICTIONS PROFESSIONALS (1-0-1)(S)

Overview of blood-borne pathogens and high-risk behaviors.
HLTHST 300 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY (4-0-4)(F,S)

Emphasis on dynamic aspects of human disease. Disruption of normal physiology and alterations, derangements, and mechanisms involved. PREREQ: BIOL 227-228 or equivalent.
HLTHST 304 PUBLIC HEALTH (3-0-3)(F/S)

Public health concepts and practice. Topics include philosophy, purpose, history, organization, functions, tools, activities and results at national, state, and community levels. PREREQ: Upper-division standing or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 306 APPLIED PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS (3-0-3)(F/S)

Emphasis on use of drugs in relation to health and illness in any setting, on legal aspects, and on patient education. Students will be expected to use prerequisite information in pathophysiology to study drugs and their inter-system relationships. Fall offering, by computer-assisted program, is for RNs only. PREREQ: HLTHST 300 or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 314 HEALTH LAW AND ETHICS (3-0-3)(F,S)(Diversity)

Process of legal change and health care practitioners’ potential interactions with patients, law enforcement, and governmental agencies. Consent, liability, negligence, employment and licensure of professionals.
HLTHST 340 (NURS 340) ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH (2-0-2)(F/S)

Theoretical and applied foundations in adolescent growth and development. Emphasis on understanding adolescent health/mental health issues, and effective individual, group, and community responses to issues facing the adolescent population. May be taken for HLTHST or NURS credit, but not both.
HLTHST 343 ESSENTIALS FOR HEALTHY LIVING: THE HUMAN CONDITION (3-0-3) (F/S)

Critical examination and application of scientifically-based personal health information.
HLTHST 356 COMMUNITY-BASED PREVENTION METHODS (3-0-3)(F)(Even years)

Emphasis on coalition development and assessment and evaluation of community-based prevention strategies. PREREQ: HLTHST 256 or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 380 STATISTICAL METHODS FOR HEALTH SCIENCES (3-0-3)(F/S)

Application and use of statistical principles and methods in health sciences. General computer skills required to use SPSS and Excel. PREREQ: MATH 143 or higher.
HLTHST 410 HEALTH AND AGING (3-0-3)(F)

Focuses on major health problems and issues of the elderly. Includes discussion of: 1) the continuity of care for the older person; 2) the organizations and personnel providing care; and 3) the agencies involved with licensure, certification, or other types of regulations for health care providers. Includes some discussion of nontraditional health centers for the older person, for example, work site, community, social organizations, and senior centers. PREREQ: Upper-division standing or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 431 QUALITY ISSUES IN HEALTH CARE (3-0-3)(F)

The mindset, management, and improvement of quality, including the use of quality improvement tools and techniques to find and solve problems in the health care setting. PREREQ: HLTHST 202 or NURS 302 or RESPCARE 223.
HLTHST 432 CRITICAL REVIEW OF HEALTH CARE RESEARCH (3-0-3)(S)

Locating, selecting, and critically reviewing medical and lay literature relevant to the practice of health care. Constructing and researching clinical questions. Skills for keeping abreast of new medical information, deciding which of this information is valid and applicable to patient care, and using this information to improve patient care. Familiarity with using the Internet required. PREREQ: HLTHST 202, NURS 302, RESPCARE 223 or PERM/INST.
HLTHST 433 DEATH AND DYING: A MODERN CONUNDRUM (2-0-2)(F)

Provides participants with an opportunity to confront the complex reality of death, in their own lives, and in the lives of those they care most about. Includes an explanation of issues, such as fear(s) of death, pain management, suffering, and the role of technology. Looks at the ethical theory as it applies to the above issues, as well as some common myths and misperceptions about the law, medicine, and the ethics regarding death.

ENVHLTH 100 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH (1-0-1) (F/S).
Discussion of human ecology and interaction with the chemical, physical, biological and social environments. Overview of environmental health management and strategies to control air and water quality, solid and hazardous wastes, workplace and recreational safety.

ENVHLTH 310 WATER SUPPLY AND WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT(2-3-3)(F) (Offered even-numbered years).
Engineering, biological, and management principles of community water supply and water pollution control. PREREQ: BIOL 191-192 and CHEM 111-112.

ENVHLTH 320 COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT (2-3-3) (F) (Offered odd-numbered years).
Sanitation and management practices for community problems dealing with waste disposal, vector control, food and milk protection, swimming pools, and recreation activities. PREREQ: BIOL 191-192 and CHEM 111-112.

ENVHLTH 415 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH (2-3,3) (S) (Offered even- numbered years). Recognition, evaluation, and control of environmental health hazards or stresses (chemical, physical, biological) that may cause sickness, impair health, or cause significant discomfort to employees or residents of the community. PREREQ: PHYS 111-112. COREQ: CHEM 301,302.

ENVHLTH 416 NOISE AND OTHER PHYSICAL AGENTS (2-3-3) (F) (Offered even-numbered years). Environmental and Occupational exposure and control of sound temperature stress, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. PREREQ: PHYS 111-112.

ENVHLTH 417 PRINCIPLES OF TOXICOLOGY (2-0-2)(S) (Offered odd-numbered years).
An examination of the absorption, distribution, and excretion of toxicants in ins and the health effects on target organs. Toxicologic evaluation, risk assessment, fate of hazardous substances in the environment and policies for the control of such substances will also be discussed. PREREQ: CHEM 111-112.

ENVHLTH 419 ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL CONTROL METHODS click the class title for a PDF description

ENVHLTH 442 HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT (2-0-2) (S) (Offered odd-numbered years).
Historical, regulatory and technical aspects of hazardous waste management, relating primarily to the requirements of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and the Comprehensive Environmental Reclamation, Compensation, and Liability Act. PREREQ: Upper division standing and environmental health major, or PERM/INST.

ENVHLTH 450 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH LAW(2-0-2) (S) (Offered even numbered years).
Various aspects of environmental and health protection law are discussed, including sources of regulatory authority, legal procedures, agency roles, and specific statutes. PREREQ: Upper division standing.

ENVHLTH 480 AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT (2-0-2) (F) (Offered odd-numbered years).
Chemical, engineering, and management principles of community and industrial air quality control. PREREQ: CHEM 111-112.

ENVHLTH 493 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INTERNSHIP (O-V-V) (F/S).
Three or more internship per week in a business or governmental agency. The student works Organization, keeps a record of the experience, and discusses these experiences at a seminar. PREREQ: Upper-division standing, recommendation of Faculty advisor, consent of instructor. (Pass/Fail)

ENVHLTH 498 ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SEMINAR (1-0-1) (F) (Offered odd-numbered years).
Current research and applied studies on emerging environmental and occupational health topics. PREREQ: Upper division standing.

Health Informatics and Information Management concerns the application of techniques used in the development, implementation and retention of health information. The associate degree program is a combination of clinical practice and study in such areas as classification systems, health data, record retention systems and computerization of health data. Completion of the two-year associate of science degree in health informatics and information management makes students eligible to take the national certification exam. The health informatics and information management bachelor of science curriculum provides a broad background in theory and administration of information. Students learn to administer health information and problem solve in areas of information technology.

ENGL 101, 102 English Composition 6
Area I - See page 39 for list of approved courses
Area I core course in one field 3
Area I core course in a second field 3
Area I core course in a third field 3
Area I core course in any field 3
Area II - See page 40 for list of approved courses
Area II core course in one field 3
Area II core course in a second field 3
Area II core course in a third field 3
Area II core course in any field 3
Area III - See page 40 for list of approved courses
BIOL 227, 228 Human Anatomy and Physiology 8
Area III core course in mathematics 4
Area II or Area III electives
These courses do not have to be selected from the approved core listbut must be chosen from anthropology, biology, chemistry, communication, criminal justice administration, economics, education, engineering, geology, history, mathematics, physical science, physics, political science, psychology, social work or sociology
HLTHINFO 115 Introduction to Health Records 3
HLTHINFO 120, CIS 104-CIS 105-CIS 106, or EDTECH 202 Computer Science 3
HLTHINFO 200 Health Information Management Topics 2
HLTHINFO 201, 202 Health Information I and Lab 5
HLTHINFO 203, 204 Health Information II and Lab 5
HLTHINFO 205 Health Data 3
HLTHINFO 207 Clinical Classification Systems 3
HLTHINFO 208 CPT Coding and Alternative Care 2
HLTHINFO 215 Clinical Practice 2
HLTHINFO 301 Computer Applications in Healthcare 3
HLTHINFO 409 Health Data Systems 3
HLTHINFO 435 Issues and Trends in Health Informatics 3
HLTHST 101 Medical Terminology 3
HLTHST 202 Health Delivery Systems 3
HLTHST 217 Human Disease Mechanisms 3
HLTHST 413 Introduction to Health Law and Ethics 3
HLTHST 431 Quality Issues in Health Care OR 3
HLTHST 480 Epidemiology 3
In addition, complete either the following course work to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management (without an emphasis) OR complete the courses listed under the Informatics Emphasis.
COMM 307 Interviewing 3
HLTHST 304 Public Health Administration 3
MGMT 301 Leadership Skills 3
MGMT 410 Advanced Management Topics 3
Informatics Emphasis
CIS 121 Introduction to Systems Architecture 3
CIS 310 Introduction to Management Information Systems 3
NETCOMM 305 Introduction and Survey of Business Telecommunications 3
HLTHINFO 309 Healthcare Networks and Databases 3
HLTHINFO 493 Health Information Internship 3
Upper Division electives 13
Total 128-131

Course Number and Title Credits
ENGL 101, 102 English Composition 6
Area I core course 3
Area II core course 3
BIOL 227, 228 Human Anatomy and Physiology 8
Area III core course in mathematics 4
HLTHINFO 115 Introduction to Health Records 3
HLTHINFO 120, CIS 104-CIS 105-CIS 106, or EDTECH 202 Computer Science 3
HLTHINFO 200 Health Information Management Topics 2
HLTHINFO 201, 202 Health Information I and Lab 5
HLTHINFO 203, 204 Health Information II and Lab 5
HLTHINFO 205 Health Data 3
HLTHINFO 207 Clinical Classification Systems 3
HLTHINFO 208 CPT Coding and Alternative Care 2
HLTHINFO 215 Clinical Practice 2
HLTHST 101 Medical Terminology 3
HLTHST 202 Health Delivery Systems 3
HLTHST 314 Introduction to Health Law and Ethics 3
HLTHST 217 Human Disease Mechanisms 3
Total 64

Students graduating in 2006 in FdSc Sports Development & Coaching Sciences were employed at Somerset County Council. Graduates in 2006 worked as Sports Academy Coaches
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Year 1 - Level C
Sports Development
Professional Development
Business Administration
Event Management & Customer Care
Human Performance
Sports Coaching

Year 2 - Level I
Applied Sports Development
Professional Management
Sports Psychology
Special Populations & Application
Work Placement
Applied Sports Coaching
Sports Injuries

This programme is delivered at the University Centre, Yeovil.
This programme aims to develop knowledge and expertise in the development and coaching side of sport. You will be given the opportunity to demonstrate your application of management and coaching skills to working within the industry. Assessment will be through a variety of methods; written assignments, practical exercises and work based activities so you can demonstrate and apply your learning in the work place.