SCC Homepage
   
Text Only / News / Calendar / Academics / Student Life / Library / Class Schedules / Admissions / E-Mail Log In
Academic Programs
Degree Plans
Course Descriptions
SCC Catalog
Transfer Programs
Business, Occupational and Technical Programs
Entrepreneurship Programs
Cooperative Programs
Baccalaureate Degrees
Illinois Articulation Initiative
Tech Prep Program
Adult/Community Education Program
Academic Programs

Health Courses

Search Course Schedules

A "T" located to the left of the available semester indicates transfer to Murray State University, Southeast Missouri State University, and Southern Illinois University-Carbondale as per articulation agreements. These courses will also transfer to most public four-year institutions in the state of Illinois.

HLT 111 HEALTH

T F all /Spring/Summer

This course is designed to assist the individual in his/her responsibility for establishing good health practice and thereby avoiding illness.

Credit: 2 hours - Two lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

HLT 112 DRUG AND ALCOHOL EDUCATION I

T By Request

Study of facts, attitudes, problems, and impact of drug and alcohol use and abuse. Includes identification of stimulants, depressants, h all ucinogens; physiological, psychological, economic, social, and cultural factors; recognition of drugs of abuse and their symptomatic reactions; and identification of helping organizations, institutions, and agencies.

Credit: 1 hour - One lecture hour per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

HLT 113 FOUNDATION OF HEALTH AND FITNESS

T By Request

Study of principles of physical and mental health. Includes concepts of personal, family, and community hygiene; mental health; diet and nutrition; physical fitness and exercise, rest, and relaxation; disease prevention; and holistic health and wellness.

Credit: 1 hour – One lecture hour per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

HLT 117 STRESS MANAGEMENT

By Request

This course is addresses practical information about stress and how to manage it. Topics include the definition and characteristics of stress, as well as the changes it causes in the body. Students will learn the difference between functional and dysfunctional techniques for managing stress, then focus on five areas of functional techniques. Students will learn to develop personal stress management plans.

Credit: .5 hours - .5 lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

HLT 125 FIRST AID

F all /Spring

This course is designed to acquaint the student with basic first aid. Treatments for situations involving breathing problems, shock, soft-tissue injuries, eye injuries, burns, all ergic reaction, bleeding and various other health related problems will be covered. Students will learn how to assess the injured person, activate the Emergency Medical Services system and administer first aid to the ill or injured person.

Credit: 1 hour — One lecture hour per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

HLT 126 FIRST AID REFRESHER

By Request

This course is designed to review procedures taught in HLT 125-First Aid, and to acquaint the student with any changes that have occurred in first aid treatment of the ill or injured person.

Credit: .5 hours - .5 lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): First Aid-HLT 125

 

HLT 225 PERSONAL TRAINER

By Request

This course is designed to prepare and qualify students to work as personal trainers. The course bridges the gap between exercise science related course work and the practical application skills of personal training. Learn how to properly screen and evaluate clients for safe participation in an exercise program, designed and implement exercise prescriptions for multiple populations and successful goal attainment, and successfully sell and manage personal trainer services. Eligibility for Personal Trainer Certification is provided through the National Council on Strength and Fitness Board for Certification (NCSFBC).

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 


For More Information Contact:
Carol Belt - Allied Health Division Chair
at 1-800-481-2242 ext. 3277 or e-mail
carolb@shawneecc.edu

webpage with a friend via e-mail or text message.

2009-11 College Catalog
College Catalog


Calendar of Events


Saint Online


E-Cashier

Blackboard Learning System Log-In

E-Tutoring



Saints Alert


Athletics






SCC Alumni

Wings Project
Faculty Staff Directory / Site Map / Legal Information / Contact Us