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Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:1030 Course Title:Personal and Community Health Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:Personal and Community Health addresses itself to the needs and issues of the individual as related to current health matters in today's society. Our life style and modern society both contribute and detract from the holistic health concept. This class will assist the student in developing a plan for achieving and maintaining his/her personal health. | Personal and Community Health | View-HLTH 1030 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:1050 Course Title:Stress Management Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:Stress is one of the most commonly referred to, but least understood, of all health problems. This class is designed to examine the differences between stress and personal challenges with an emphasis on the importance of the role of perception in distinguishing between the two. This course will also examine the many common sources of stress for most people and practice strategies for managing these stressors. The students will also discover how to control their stress instead of letting their stress control them. | Stress Management | View-HLTH 1050 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:1070 Course Title:Nutrition Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental truths of nutrition principles, health promotion and disease prevention throughout life. Topics include, in part, the study of carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals and their function and role in healthy living. It will provide introductory nutritional information for career paths in nursing and other similar fields of study. | Nutrition | View-HLTH 1070 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:1080 Course Title:Consumer Health Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course examines current consumer health issues in society. Class content will include the examination of health care products, the food and drug industry, and our ability to create a safe living environment. This course will also include plans of action that we, as a society, can take to become better health consumers. | Consumer Health | View-HLTH 1080 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:2020 Course Title:Introduction to Health Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course will introduce students to various public and community health services, the history of community and public health and the role and functions of health programs and their relationships between holistic health aspects. This course will explore the knowledge, skills and competencies of health educators in various community settings, occupations and careers. | Introduction to Health | View-HLTH 2020 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:2040 Course Title:Foundations and Theory in Health Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:Foundations and theory in Health is a course which will examine how biological, psychological, and social factors work together to explain health and illness. This course will focus on current health behavior theories and models which are used to change human behavior and how they relate to health. | Foundations and Theory in Health | View-HLTH 2040 | n/a | 3 |
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Program Electives |
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Choose 3 of the 5 following classes: |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:1010 Course Title:Health Terminology Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This is a course for all health professionals to become familiar with, and knowledgeable in, the workings of the human body. They will learn correct terms and terminology as it applies to each human body system. | Health Terminology or | View-HLTH 1010 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:1060 Course Title:Drugs and Health Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course examines how drugs will relate with and affect holistic health, with a focus on the physiological, sociological and psychological effects these drugs may have on an individual and their relationships. The emphasis of this course is on the basic tools and information needed to understand and interact with individuals who may have problems with chemicals. It is designed to provide current information regarding the various drugs in society today. | Drugs and Health or | View-HLTH 1060 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:1900 Course Title:Healthy Sexuality Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:Healthy Sexuality will examine how the dimensions of wellness--physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental and occupational-- influence our sexual health. It is also the intention of this class to show how healthy expressions of sexuality can improve one's overall wellness. | Healthy Sexuality or | View-HLTH 1900 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:2030 Course Title:Global Health Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course examines the historical context of global health and emerging global health priorities, including infectious diseases, poverty, health inequity, health care systems and major global initiatives for disease prevention and health promotion. | Global Health or | View-HLTH 2030 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: HLTH Course Number:2080 Course Title:Environmental Health Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:The purpose of this class is to inform the student about the key areas of environmental health and instill awareness about the crucial role of the environment in the health of the planet and all living organisms. It is designed to promote awareness of the environmental influences on health. | Environmental Health | View-HLTH 2080 | n/a | 3 |
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General Education Courses |
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College Writing I (minimum grade 1.67) |
Course Subject: ENGL Course Number:1200 Course Title:Gateway College Writing Goal Areas:n/a Credits:4
Course Description:This class provides extended practice in critical reading, writing, and thinking skills. Students will develop an effective writing process and work to achieve college-level competence in reading and responding to texts, visuals, events, and ideas in a variety of written formats, with an emphasis on the academic essay. Audience awareness, interpretation and analysis, logical reasoning, and persuasive and argumentative skills will be developed. MLA style documentation of primary sources will be included. | Gateway College Writing or | View-ENGL 1200 | n/a | 4 |
Course Subject: ENGL Course Number:1201 Course Title:College Writing I Goal Areas:n/a Credits:4
Course Description:This class provides extended practice in critical reading, writing, and thinking skills. Students will develop an effective writing process and work to achieve college-level competence in reading and responding to texts, visuals, events, and ideas in a variety of written formats, with an emphasis on the academic essay. Audience awareness, interpretation and analysis, logical reasoning, and persuasive and argumentative skills will be developed. MLA style documentation of primary sources will be included. | College Writing I | View-ENGL 1201 | n/a | 4 |
Course Subject: ENGL Course Number:1202 Course Title:College Writing II Goal Areas:n/a Credits:2
Course Description:This class focuses on the research process, textual analysis of primary and secondary sources, rhetorical strategies for argument and persuasion, and successful integration of sources into a longer academic paper utilizing MLA (or other, as appropriate) documentation format. The class may be disciplinary, interdisciplinary, or topical in content, as noted on the class registration site. | College Writing II | View-ENGL 1202 | n/a | 2 |
Course Subject: BIOL Course Number:1001 Course Title:Biology I Goal Areas:n/a Credits:4
Course Description:This course focuses on the concepts of biological chemistry, cell structure and function, cellular metabolism, molecular genetics and heredity reproduction and development. The course is intended for allied health majors and others not requiring a majors-level introductory biology. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisite: ADEV 0952 or a 78 on the Accuplacer Reading Comprehension. | Biology I | View-BIOL 1001 | n/a | 4 |
Course Subject: BIOL Course Number:2111 Course Title:Human Anatomy and Physiology I Goal Areas:n/a Credits:4
Course Description:This course is the first course of a two-course sequence. The course offers students a comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body in a classroom and laboratory setting. Topics include anatomical terminology, homeostasis, cell structure and function, histology, as well as the anatomy and physiology of the following organ systems; integumentary, skeletal, articular, muscular, nervous, special senses and endocrine. Utilization of preserved specimens in the laboratory is a required part of the course. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Strongly recommend college level reading abilities, a working knowledge of elementary algebra and a medical terminology course. Prerequisite: Biol 1001 or 1101 with grade of C or better. Recommendations for student success in this class include: a prior course in medical terminology, college level reading and basic algebra skills | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | View-BIOL 2111 | n/a | 4 |
Course Subject: BIOL Course Number:2112 Course Title:Human Anatomy and Physiology II Goal Areas:n/a Credits:4
Course Description:This course is the second course of a two-course sequence. This course offers students a comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body in a classroom and laboratory setting. Topics include the anatomy and physiology of the following organ systems: circulatory, non-specific and specific defenses, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive and early development. Strongly recommend college level reading abilities, a working knowledge of elementary algebra and a medical terminology course. Utilization of preserved specimens in the laboratory is a required part of the course. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisite: Biol 2111 with a grade of C or better. | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | View-BIOL 2112 | n/a | 4 |
Course Subject: COMM Course Number:1310 Course Title:Intercultural Communication Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:The influence of culture is an especially important and sensitive issue facing us today. A person's culture strongly influences his/her identity, beliefs, expectations, and communication style. This course explores communication across culture as defined by nationality, gender, and ethnicity while concentrating on effective use of communication in all of these areas. | Intercultural Communication | View-COMM 1310 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: COMM Course Number:1010 Course Title:Fundamentals of Public Speaking Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course provides instruction and practical experience in the basics of public speaking. This course has a performance component: students are expected to create and deliver informative, persuasive and other types of speeches. | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | View-COMM 1010 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: MATH Course Number:1150 Course Title:College Algebra Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This college-level course continues the study of algebra conducted in the developmental algebra courses. Topics include polynomial, rational, inverse, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their applications. Additional topics include systems of non-linear equations, systems of linear equations, and matrices. Prerequisites: College math placement level or successful completion of Math 0970 or 0980 with grade of C or better | College Algebra | View-MATH 1150 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: PHIL Course Number:1220 Course Title:Health Care Ethics Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course looks at the underlying assumptions that affect beliefs, practices, and policies in contemporary health care.Emphasis will be placed on understanding of the ethical principles and theories related to health care. A wide variety of health care issues and the challenges they present will be studied. Critical thinking skills will be emphasized in determining the best course of action for making ethical decisions in the health care field. | Health Care Ethics | View-PHIL 1220 | n/a | 3 |
Course Subject: PSYC Course Number:1150 Course Title:General Psychology Goal Areas:n/a Credits:3
Course Description:This course provides an overview of topics in psychology. Topics may include history of psychology, research methods, physiological psychology, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning, memory, motivation and emotion, personality, stress and coping, abnormal behavior, therapy, and social psychology. Students are strongly encouraged to check with an advisor to determine if this is the appropriate course for their degree/program. You must meet perquisites or obtain instructor permission to take this course. | General Psychology | View-PSYC 1150 | n/a | 3 |
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NHCC Residency and GPA |
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15 Credits must be earned at NHCC |
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| Total Credits Required | 60 |