HLHSCI-100 - Health Education - Justin Lundin

Course:	Health Education
Professor:	Justin Lundin
Email:	justin.lundin@canyons.edu
Format:	Online
Course Length:	8 Week

Introduction

Upon completion of this course students should be able to:

Identify basic human needs and list the characteristics of good emotional health.
Describe the five components of physical fitness and construct a comprehensive fitness regimen.
Compare and contrast concepts: holistic health, health promotion and wellness.
Identify and analyze the consequences of abuse and misuse of products that result in dependency on psychoactive drugs, alcohol and tobacco.
List and differentiate the processes of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of cancer, cardiovascular,

infectious and noninfectious diseases.
Identify the anatomical structures and describe the functions of the female and male reproductive systems.
Describe and distinguish between fertility control and contraception.
Analyze the role of consumerism in the selection of health care providers, facilities, products and information.
Examine and evaluate the aging process, euthanasia, and personal preparation for dying and death.

Course Description

This course is intended to provide the student with up-to-date information regarding the major health and wellness topics that affect us all. Such topics include but are not limited to: nutrition, physical fitness, stress management, sexually transmitted diseases, and drugs. The goal is to present this information in such a way as to allow the student to apply it to his or her daily life, thereby reaping benefit. Presentation formats will include: lecture, group projects, and online discussions.

What to Expect in this Course

Weekly modules will include chapter quizzes, a discussion board, and your personal growth project entry.

Types of Assessments

Quizzes, Discussion Boards, Personal Growth Project

Textbook Information

OER

Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!

Last updated: 10/08/2021 Sub#: 855