College
of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Teacher Education
Department
Chair: R. Dan Duquette
206
Mitchell Hall, 608-785-8162
e-mail:
duquette.rode@uwlax.edu
Professors: Curtis, Detert, Duquette,
Gilmore, Oganowski; Assistant Professors: Kelley, Odulana, Soto-Torres.
UW-La
Crosse students transferring into the College of HPERTE must have a cumulative
GPA of 2.50 or higher at the time of transfer.
1. Students must follow the course
sequences set up by the department.
2. Students must attain an overall 2.50 grade point average
including all 100- and 200-level required courses before being admitted to the
300-level courses in health education.
3. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all
required health education courses and the following science courses: BIO 103 or
105; CHM 100 or 103; ESS 205/206 or BIO 312/313.
4. Students must make application to the program after they
have earned 48 semester hours of credit and have
met all departmental
requirements (including GPA).
5. School health education majors and
minors must meet the following
additional requirements: (a) apply for admission to
teacher education; (b) achieve a
minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA to be admitted to teacher education; (c)
successfully complete the PPST by achieving the following minimum scores;
Reading 175, Math 173, Writing 174; (d) achieve a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
and a 2.75 GPA in professional preparation courses (C-I sequence), major or minor course sequence to student teach;
(e) achieve a cumulative 2.75 GPA and successful completion of departmental
exit exam administered by school health education faculty to be licensed by the
state to teach.
6. Community health education majors must meet the
following additional requirements for admission to the community health
preceptorship: apply for and receive recommendation from the health education
faculty; achieve a minimum 2.75 cumulative and major GPA; successfully complete
all required course work.
(Health
Education and Science and Allied Health) — 55 credits in health education and
community health education, including HED 205, 335, 408, 469, 472, 473, 474;
CHE 240, 340, 350, 440, 441, 491, and 498. Interdisciplinary requirements: C-S
101; CST 250; and ESS 205, 206 or BIO 312, 313. An additional nine credits in
health education, community health education or school health education at the
300/400 level are to be selected under advisement for exploration and
competency development. (BIO 103 or 105, CHM 100 or 103 are prerequisites for
the major.)
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 38-40 credits in health education and school health
education, including HED 205, 335, 345, 408, 409, 439, 469, 472; 474; SHE 210,
252, 310, 312, 402, 403 or 404, 410; Interdisciplinary requirements: BIO 103 or
105, ESS 205, 206 or BIO 312, 313; PSY 310, 370; RDG 328, 432; EFN 205; ERS 100
or HIS 306 or W-S 230 or SOC 225; plus 3-5 elective credits in HED, SHE or CHE.
Students
should refer to Teacher Education Council and State of Wisconsin Department of
Public Instruction (DPI) policies identified in the School of Education section
on p. 68. These policies apply to students in all teacher certification
programs.
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 34 credits in health education and school health
education, including HED 205, 335, 345, 469, 472, 474; SHE 210, 252, 310, 402,
403 or 404, 410; interdisciplinary requirements: BIO 103 or 105, RDG 328, 432;
EFN 205.
See
p. 108 for description.
+ above a course number indicates a General Education course.
HED 101 Cr.
2
The
dynamics of health in life in a rapidly changing world; modern concepts of
health, disease, and longevity; current medical findings relative to weight
control, emotional health, human sexuality, family planning, venereal and other
disease control, drug abuse, environmental health and quackery are included.
+
HPR 105 Cr.
3
Creating
a Healthy, Active Lifestyle
This
course will focus on the knowledge and skills necessary for developing and
maintaining a healthy, physically active lifestyle throughout one’s lifespan.
Major issues directly affecting one’s health such as physical fitness, movement
skills and activities, health promotion and disease prevention, the effective
use of leisure and content in various wellness topical areas will be included.
HPR/CSC
106 Cr.
2
Introduction to Health Related Careers
Overview
of health related professions in the health delivery system. Course will
include educational and professional aspects of a broad range of health related
careers. General topics will include an overview of the health related delivery
system, health reform, legal and ethical issues, and professionalism. An
interdisciplinary approach will be utilized to present specific information on
individual health related professions. (Cross-listed with CSC; may only earn
credit in HPR or CSC.)
HED 205 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Health and Wellness Education
Introductory
concepts related to the field of health education are examined. Basic
principles, philosophies, and issues related to school health and community
health education are presented. This course serves as an entry level course for
both the school and community health tracks.
HED 230 Cr.
2
Nutrition
for Fitness and Health
This
course examines basic principles of nutrition and the implications and effects
of these principles on one’s diet, fitness level, and thus one’s health.
Methods for teaching nutrition principles to various age groups will be
emphasized.
HED 250 Cr.
1-3
Health
Education Forum
Examination
of current issues and problems in health education. Varying topics selected to
extend the students’ knowledge in contemporary health issues, as determined by
the health education department. Repeatable for credit — maximum 6. Offered
occasionally.
HED 335 Cr.
2
Human
Ecology and Environmental Health
This
course is directed at introducing human-environment relationships. Emphasis
will be placed on the impact of human action on the environment and the
relationship between a degraded environment and human health and welfare. In
addition, the role of public health and education in the mitigation of
environmental problems and the health ramifications of a polluted environment
will be examined. Prerequisites: BIO 103 or 105, CHM 100 or 103.
HED 345 Cr.
3
Issues in Mental and Emotional Health
This
course examines the determinants of emotional and mental health which form a
basis for health and healthy choices. A variety of constructs including, but
not limited to resiliency, family and social processes, self-concept and
learning that form the foundation for emotional and mental health will be
presented and discussed. Students will be encouraged to deepen their commitment
to effective teaching and learning. Prerequisite: HED 205. Offered Sem. II.
HED 346 Cr.
2
Skills,
concepts, and processes for individualized health teaching. The course will
examine health behavior change as a technique in the overall treatment of
prevention of health problems. The approach is an integration of education,
behavioral intervention, and health counseling. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
HED 408/508 Cr.
1-2
Microcomputer
Applications in Health Education
This
course is designed for both school health educators and community health
educators. The course will focus on current software programs available for
professionals in the health field. Students will be exposed to and learn to
utilize a sampling of current software available, as well as assessment
techniques to evaluate these programs. Prerequisite: health education majors
and minors.
HED 409/509 Cr.
1
Stress
Management and Relaxation Skills
An
introduction to the detrimental effects of stress on an individual and the
corresponding benefits of regular relaxation. This course will emphasize the
basic skills of relaxation and will provide an experience that focuses on the
practical application of these skills in one’s life.
HED 412/512 Cr.
1-3
Women’s
Health Issues
This
course will provide an opportunity for participants to identify major health
issues confronting women today and to examine appropriate health prevention and
health promotion lifestyle choices. It will explore health issues from the
traditional medical model to the holistic model and provide a comprehensive
overview of critical, contemporary women’s health issues. Repeatable for credit
— maximum 3. Offered Sem. II.
HED 417/517 Cr.
1
Understanding
Child Abuse
This
course will provide an opportunity for students to develop an understanding of
the dynamics of child abuse as well as a practical framework from which to
provide services to abused children and their families. Offered occasionally.
HED 418/518 Cr.
1
Youth
Health Issues
An
overview of youth health issues examining such topics as anorexia, drug abuse,
suicidal tendencies, diseases, violence and emotional health problems.
Effective ways of dealing with these issues in both the community and school
setting will be discussed. Offered occasionally.
HED 422/522 Cr.
1
Sexual
Abuse of Children
This
course will provide an opportunity for participants to develop an in-depth
understanding of child sexual abuse. Theoretical and research perspectives on
the nature of abuse and its dynamics will be included as well as an update of
available educational materials. Prerequisite: HED 417/517. Offered every other
year and summer.
HED 423/523 Cr.
1
Sexual
Health Promotion for Persons with Disabilities
This
course is designed to provide health care and allied health professionals and
teachers with an overview of sexuality issues regarding persons with physical
disabilities, chronic illnesses, and developmental disabilities. Offered
occasionally.
HED 436/536 Cr.
1
Alcohol,
Health and Behavior
This
course is intended to help individuals develop a more complete understanding of
alcohol as a public health problem. Alcohol’s impact on individuals, families,
and society will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on information that will
assist individuals in making intelligent decisions regarding the use of
alcohol. Prerequisites: HPR 105 and PSY 100 or PSY 212. Offered occasionally.
HED 437/537 Cr.
2
Theories
of Health Behavior
Overview
of health behavior through the examination of health behavior theoretical
constructs. Emphasis is on the application of behavior change theories to
facilitate positive behavior changes. Offered occasionally.
HED 439/539 Cr.
1
Teaching
Stress Management and Relaxation Skills
This
course examines both theory and cognitive information regarding stress and
relaxation and the practical application of this information in a professional
setting. The main thrust of the class is on how to develop, implement, teach
and evaluate stress management and intervention programs. Prerequisite: HED
409/509.
HED 447/547 Cr.
1
The
Body/Mind Connection in Health
Recent
developments in health related research are demonstrating a close functioning
relationship between the nervous, endocrine, and immune body systems. As the
field of psycho-neuroimmunology expands, applications in health promotion,
health care and education are being developed. Many of the findings and
applications verify health and healing practices from alternative health
traditions. This course provides an opportunity to study many of the
developments in psychoneuroimmunology and their application in health, healing
and learning. Implications for health education methods will also be explored.
Health care, human service and education professionals will benefit from the
practical information provided. A series of case studies will be the center of
the learning
experience.
HED 449/549 Cr.
1
Values
Development for Health
Practical
systematic process in values formulation for healthy living. Decision making
and problem solving strategies for understanding of beliefs, attitudes and
perception that affect health status. Experiential skill learning applicable to
professional health promotion and personal well being. Prerequisites: HPR 105
and PSY 100. Offered occasionally.
HED 467/567 Cr.
1-2
Experiential
Learning Strategies for Health Education
This
course examines emerging educational processes, strategies, and issues and how
they can be applied in the facilitation of health education and health
promotion programs in the school and/or community setting. Topics will vary per
offering and target audience. Prerequisite: SHE 210 or CHE 240 (or equivalent)
or teacher certification. Offered occasionally.
HED 469/569 Cr.
3
Drugs,
Society, and Human Behavior
This
course is directed at introducing social, psychological, pharmacological, and
cultural aspects of drug use, misuse, and abuse. In addition, the methods,
materials, and theories of drug abuse prevention in the school and community
will be introduced. Prerequisites: BIO 103 or BIO 105. Offered Sem. II.
HED 471/571 Cr.
1
Entry-Level
Health Educators: Responsibilities and Competencies
This
course is designed to review the responsibilities and competencies for
entry-level health educators. The National Commission for Health Education
Credentialing, professional development, professional preparation, and the
certification of health education specialists will be central topics of
discussion. Through dialogue, group interactions with Certified Health
Education Specialists, and written assignments, students will examine the seven
responsibility areas of importance to entry-level health educators. Offered occasionally.
Sexual
Health Promotion
A
review of current information on health and human sexuality. Emphasis is given
to biological, psychosocial and educational aspects of human sexuality with
special emphasis on instructional activities related to interpersonal
communication, decision-making ability and clarification of values.
Prerequisites: ESS 205, 206 or BIO 312, 313.
HED 473/573 Cr.
3
Health
Aspects of Aging
An
exploration of the lifelong aging process and an examination of health factors
affecting the elderly. Emphasis is given to the changes in a variety of health
areas including, but not limited to, physical activity, nutrition, mental
health, long-term care, sexuality, and death, dying and grief. The course will
also include a service-learning component. Prerequisites: HED 205 and CHE 240.
Offered Sem. II.
HED 474/574 Cr.
3
Nutrition
Education
Basic
principles of nutrition are covered as well as current problems and topics
regarding both personal and world nutrition today. Designed for the public
school teacher, the community health educator, or those in related fields.
HED 477/577 Cr.
1-3
Grantseeking
in Health, Human Services, and Education Professions
The
grantseeking enterprise is studied and applied. Generic grantseeking content,
practices, and concepts are presented for application in most disciplines and
areas of interest. Content includes locating and communicating with funding
agencies, writing and reviewing grant proposals, analyzing requests for
proposals (RFPs), using technology in grantseeking, and implementing and
evaluating grant funded projects. Prerequisite: senior standing.
HED 485/585 Cr.
1-3
Confrontations
of Death
This
course is designed to allow students to consider death both generally and on an
individual basis. Various programs and experiences will be used to help
individuals confront their own mortality and its relationship with the vitality
of life. Offered occasionally.
HED 486/586 Cr.
1
Introduction
to International Health
An
introduction to the world health conditions/ status; the different health care
delivery systems, manpower and resources of selected countries in Asia, Europe
and Africa in comparison to the United States. The course is designed as a
survey of the condition of health and health care in the international setting.
The roles/functions/responsibilities of the major international agencies and
the governments will also be discussed as they relate to health. Prerequisites:
consent of instructor. Repeatable for credit — maximum 3.
HED 495/595 Cr.
1-3
Independent
Study in Health Education
Individualized
study of areas not available in existing courses. Repeatable for credit —
maximum 6.
COMMUNITY
HEALTH EDUCATION (CHE)
CHE 240 Cr.
3
Community
Health Education Foundations
Community
health education is explored as a career option. Students learn about the
theoretical foundations of health education as applied to program development
for individuals, temporary groups, organizations and communities. Students
participate in one hour of lecture, one hour of small group lab, and five to
eight hours of field experience for approximately ten weeks. Prerequisite: HED
205.
CHE 340 Cr.
3
Epidemiology
and Community Health Problems
A
survey and analysis of current public health problems incorporating an
epidemiologic framework. A basic introduction to community health history and
organization is followed by specific health issues analyzed through the agent,
host, and environmental interrelationships. Primary, secondary and tertiary
prevention, and health promotion strategies are detailed. Prerequisites: BIO
103 or 105 and CHM 100 or 103.
CHE 350 Cr.
3
Biometry
and Research Design
This
course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of research
procedures and protocol. Through this course, one will develop a better
understanding of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting valid, reliable data.
The proper and improper uses of statistics, designing research experiments, and
data handling will be examined. In addition, the basic procedures involved in
the design and implementation of evaluation research will be examined.
Prerequisites: MTH 205 or 250 and CHE 340. Offered Sem. I.
CHE 440 Cr.
3
Program
Development in Community Health Education
Community
health analysis specific to community health education program development.
Individual students develop knowledge of the following program development
components: (1) needs, (2) objectives, (3) learning activities, (4) settings,
(5) evaluation. Skills are developed in program planning and program
implementing. Two hours for in-class activities are complemented by
out-of-class program development experience. Prerequisites: HED 205, CHE 240,
340, 350.
CHE 441/541 Cr.
3
Human
Disease Prevention and Control
Presentations
by medical experts in the recent progress in disease prevention and control.
Knowledge of many disease processes and treatments will be discussed. Primarily
designed for prospective health educators, to explore in depth, selected topic
areas of communicable and chronic diseases. Prerequisites: ESS 205, 206 or BIO
312, 313.
CHE 453/553 Cr.
1-3
Cultural
issues in Health Education: Ethnic, Racial, Religious, and Familial Groups
A
study of cultural influences on health and illness. Values and attitudes held
by different groups in America’s pluralistic society need to be considered in
health program planning. Various racial, ethnic, and religious groups health
beliefs and practices will be examined. Cultural influences and patterns of
communication within cultures and how these affect health care and utilization
of services will be identified. The U.S. health care system will be analyzed in
terms of servicing its culturally diverse population. Designed for health
professionals, this course will increase their sensitivity in working with
people of various cultural origins. Repeatable for credit — maximum 3. Offered
Sem. II.
CHE 460/560 Cr.
1
Medical
Terminology for Health Education
Skill
development for working with the special language used in clinics, hospitals,
and other health agencies. Students in various health fields will learn to use
medically related terms in their professional communication. Prerequisites: ESS
205 and 206 or BIO 312 and 313.
CHE 465/565 Cr.
1
Health
Education Marketing
Designed
for health educators, this course provides a survey of marketing concepts as
applied to health education programs. Marketing as part of the health planning
and evaluation process will be discussed. Marketing strategies for both public
agencies and private businesses will be presented. Prerequisite: CHE 240.
Offered occasionally.
CHE 466/566 Cr.
1-3
Worksite
Health Promotion
This
course will focus on building an understanding of the components necessary for
successful worksite health promotion. Included will be the development,
implementation, and evaluation of worksite health promotion programs. There
will be a direct emphasis on actual worksite conditions and situations,
including constraints and advantages. The course will examine the relationship
of a worksite health promotion program to the organization as a whole and the
potential benefits for both the employee and the employer. Non-repeatable for
additional credit. Offered occasionally.
CHE/SHE
475/575 Cr.
1-3
Workshop
in Health Education
Group
study of varying health education topics, community agencies, and educational
institutions. Prerequisite: permission of adviser and instructor. Repeatable
for credit under different subtitles — maximum 6 credits combined CHE/SHE.
Departmental option for Pass/Fail grading.
CHE 491 Cr.
1
Senior
Seminar in Community Health Education
This
course is designed to review selected community health topics and introduce
current issues in the profession. Through dialogue, interaction activities, and
some on-site experience, students will be prepared to face the realism of the
preceptorship and eventual employment. To be taken during final semester prior
to CHE 498.
CHE 498/598 Cr.
1-12 UG
Community
Health Education Preceptorship
Professional
experience in a community health education setting for a full semester. The
student works under faculty supervision with a professional in health
education/health promotion who serves as a mentor. Undergraduate prerequisites:
successful completion of all program course requirements, recommendation of the
department, cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75, and major grade
point average of 2.75. Undergraduate program requirement: 12 credits; graduate
program requirement: five credits. Repeatable for credit — maximum 5 for
graduate credit only.
SCHOOL
HEALTH EDUCATION (SHE)
SHE 210 Cr.
4
Introduction
to Coordinated School Health Programs
This
course gives an introduction to coordinated school health programs and the
roles teachers play in encouraging healthy practices in the school age
population. Skills in identifying health problems, developing an environment
conducive to learning and developing health curriculum and instruction to
encourage healthy lifestyles are developed. Students will be introduced to
National and State Health Standards and national and state models of
comprehensive/coordinated school programs. Also included in the course will be
the Level I clinical experience in schools. This introductory field experience
is designed to help the student identify the role of the school and its staff
through observation and participation. It also allows school health education
majors to consider the appropriateness of their chosen major in the education
framework. Offered Sem. I.
SHE 252 Cr.
2
Introductory
Content in Health Education
Disease
and intentional and unintentional injury prevention content essential for
inclusion in a comprehensive school health curriculum is the course focus.
Preservice teachers will consider effective teaching strategies, resources that
support the development and delivery of objectives in these areas, and
determine the match to the Wisconsin Academic Standards for Health Education.
Prerequisite: HPR 105. Offered Sem. I.
SHE 310 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Curricular Processes and Instructional Techniques
Beginning
concepts in comprehensive school health education curriculum development and
instructional techniques are the core of this course. Skills for delivery of
effective health instruction are practiced including assessment, planning,
implementation, and evaluation. Prerequisite: HED 205 and SHE 210.
SHE 312 Cr.
1
Level
II Clinical in School Health Education
This
clinical experience provides health education majors/minors an increased
understanding of how two components, Pupil Services and Healthy School
Environment, function within the Wisconsin Framework for Comprehensive School
Health Programs. Specific attention is given to children and youth who are
vulnerable to social, emotional and physical challenges and/or who have an
impairment that requires special education. Prerequisites: HED 205, SHE 210.
Pass/Fail grading.
SHE 402 Cr.
1
Clinical
Fieldwork Experience in Health Education
Designed
to focus upon the development of the technical elements of curriculum,
instructional systems, interaction-motivation, and management styles. Course
activities include development of a philosophical base for teaching elements,
observation, participation and performance of a variety of teaching behaviors
within the teaching elements. Students will analyze their own teaching
performance through simulation, guided practice and other teacher-directed
evaluation. Prerequisite: admission to teacher education. Pass/Fail grading.
SHE 403 Cr.
3-15
Student
teaching is a full day, full school semester, professional experience in
selected elementary and secondary schools with qualified, approved cooperating
teachers. Orientation, seminars and classroom projects required. Prerequisites:
completion of requirements in education, including special methods courses,
recommendation by the appropriate education program faculty 2.75 grade point
average based upon the major, minor, concentrations and professional course
work, and approval by the Teacher Education Council. May be repeated for credit
in a subsequent semester for each additional licensure.
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
SHE 404 Cr.
3-15
Teaching
Internship
Teaching
internship is a full day, full school semester, professional experience in
selected elementary and secondary schools with qualified, approved cooperating
teachers. Prerequisites: completion of requirements in education, including
special methods courses, recommendation by the appropriate education program
faculty, 3.00 grade point average based upon the major, minor, concentrations and
professional course work, approval by the Teacher Education Council, selection
for WIP placement and a state intern license. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
grading.
SHE 407/507 Cr.
3
Health
Education in the Elementary School
Introduction
of the school health program for the elementary education major and physical
education major. Consideration is given to school health services and healthy
school living, with a further emphasis on health instruction and health content
for the elementary school. Prerequisite: admission to teacher education.
Offered Sem. I.
SHE 410/510 Cr.
4
Application
of Curriculum Processes and Instructional Techniques
This
senior level experience is an opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge
related to the assessment, planning and implementation of comprehensive school
health curriculum introduced in earlier study. Further analysis of method
selection and instructional strategy development is considered from a practical
as well as philosophical point of view. Attention is given to “holistic
teaching”, including classroom management. Prerequisite: last semester on
campus status.
SHE 416/516 Cr.
1
Developing
Comprehensive School Health Education Programs
Procedures
for comprehensive health education curriculum development - from philosophy
through identifying sources, to developing objectives - will be considered in
discussion and group interaction. Final projects will include the writing of a
partial curriculum. Not applicable for credit in school health education major
or minor. Offered occasionally.
SHE 458/558 Cr.
1-2
Imagery
Techniques for Health Promotion and Sport Skill Development
This
course examines the concepts and theories of autogenic training and mental
imagery as applied to maximizing inner potentials for performance excellence.
The first credit focuses on the learning and experiencing of the developmental
phases of relaxation training, mental practice, concentration, confidence
building through positive affirmation, and maintaining personal rhythm. The
second credit focuses on developing the competencies necessary to develop and
implement a mental practice program for those in pursuit of excellence.
SHE 460/560 Cr.
1-2
Health
Promotion and Preference
This
course is designed to enable participants to understand and apply Jungian
concepts as one approach to health promotion. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
(MBTI) is used as a springboard for creating awareness and understanding for
the application of typology to health promotion. The focus of the course is
experiential in nature and the goal is to gain a better understanding of self
and others in relation to health promotion issues (i.e., stress management,
heart disease, relationships, and team building).
SHE/CHE
475/575 Cr.
1-3
Workshop
in Health Education
Group
study of varying health education topics, community agencies, and educational
institutions. Prerequisite: permission of adviser and instructor. Repeatable
for credit under different subtitles — maximum 6 credits combined SHE/CHE.
Departmental option for Pass/Fail grading.