Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
KSLG-0007
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
4 weeks
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Health and Human Development
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide a comprehensive overview of core concepts in health and human development. Emphasis is placed on health, wellness, and the mind/body connection; human development and relationships; substance use and abuse; fitness and nutrition; disease and disease prevention; safety, consumer awareness, and environmental concerns. Basic understanding of anabolic steroids, over the counter medications, dependency/addiction and societal effects are examined.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Evaluate how reproduction, sexuality, intimate relationships, aging, death and bereavement effect human development
  • List the components of physical fitness and nutrition, and their effects on the body and mind
  • Explain the connection between the mind and body in relation to health and wellness in general, and mental health and illness specifically
  • Apply knowledge of addiction and addictive behavior to human behavior and health
  • Identify diseases, disease prevention tactics, and risk factors for disease
  • Discuss human safety concerns including intentional injuries, violence, and environmental concerns

General Topics:

  • Health, wellness and the mind/body connection
  • Human development and relationships
  • Substance use and abuse
  • Fitness and nutrition
  • Risk factors
  • Disease and disease prevention
  • Safety
  • Consumer awareness
  • Environmental concerns
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Discussion
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials