Course Descriptions

2005-2006 Course Descriptions

ACCOUNTING

ACC 121 Accounting I

This course is designed to acquaint students with the theory and logic underlying accounting procedures and principles.  The course content includes the basic accounting cycle, special journals, systems and control, short-term liquid assets and inventories.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

ACC 141 Accounting II

Prerequisite:  ACC 121

A continuation of the principles learned in ACC 121.  The course content focuses on the comprehension of long-term assets and liabilities, current liabilities and payroll, partnerships, corporations, inter-company investments, the statement of cash flows and financial statement analysis.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

ART

ART 210 - Introduction to Art Appreciation

This course provides an overview of the history of art, major movements in art, basic elements of the visual arts and techniques utilized in art and craft for the non-specialist. (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

ART 211 - Drawing I

This is a one-semester studio course concentrating on perspective, portraiture, figure drawing and composition using pencil and charcoal as the primary media.  The course offers a means by which the student may develop independent thinking, environmental awareness and self-expression. (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

ART 212 - Drawing II

Prerequisite: ART 211

This is a one-semester studio course that expands on the experiences and processes of Drawing I. The student will gain additional knowledge and skill through work with pen and ink, stipple and ink washes. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

BIOLOGY

BIO 101 - General Biology I

The first of a two-semester lecture and laboratory study of cell biology, plants and animals.  General Biology I will focus on the basic processes common to all living organisms.  The course will include a study of cell biology, bacteria, viruses, single-cell organisms, fungi and plants. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 101L - General Biology I LAB

Corequisite: BIO 101

This course focuses on the basic cellular processes common to all living organisms.  The course includes a study of cell biology, bacteria, viruses, single-cell organisms, fungi and plants.  Experimental work is correlated with the lecture component. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BIO 102 - General Biology II

Prerequisite: BIO 101 or consent of  instructor

The second of a two- semester lecture and laboratory study of cell biology, plants, animals and ecology.  General Biology II will focus on ecology, evolution, and animal anatomy, physiology and classification.  (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 102L - General Biology  II Lab

Prerequisite: BIO 101, 101L or consent of instructor

Corequisite: BIO 102

This course focuses on ecological principles and the classification, anatomy and physiology of animals.  Experimental work is correlated with the lecture component. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BIO 151 - Survey of Human Anatomy

This course addresses the fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology, with specific emphasis on human anatomy.  Knowledge gained in this course will prepare the student for more complex theoretical and conceptual discussions of structures and functions of the human body in BIO 211:  Anatomy & Physiology I, and BIO 212:  Anatomy & Physiology II.  The student will examine the body as a totally integrated and dynamic structure.  Laboratory time will be available for specific anatomical structure identification.  (4 credit hours:  60 lecture hours)

BIO 151L - Survey of Human Anatomy Lab

Prerequisite:  HLT 215 Medical Terminology recommended

Corequisite: BIO 151

This course addresses the fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology, with specific emphasis on human anatomy.  Knowledge gained in this laboratory will prepare the student for more complex theoretical and conceptual discussions of structures and functions of the human body in BIO 211:  Anatomy & Physiology I, and BIO 212:  Anatomy & Physiology II.  The student will examine the body in the laboratory as a totally integrated and dynamic structure. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BIO 211 - Anatomy and Physiology I

Prerequisite: CHM 100 highly recommended

This course provides a study of the basic structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on unifying concepts and current theories of physiology.  The course will prepare students for continued study of human physiology and disease processes in subsequent upper level courses.  This is the first in a sequence of two courses in anatomy and physiology.  The course focuses on the cellular, skeletal, muscular and neural areas of anatomy and physiology.  (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 211L - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

Prerequisite: CHM 100 highly recommended                                                                 
Corequisite: BIO 211

This course provides students with practical, hands-on demonstrations of anatomy and physiology concepts coinciding with material covered in BIO 211.  The laboratory course includes components that require student participation in animal dissection and physiology experimentation.  (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BIO 212 - Anatomy and Physiology II

Prerequisite: BIO 211 or consent of instructor

This course provides a study of the basic structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on unifying concepts and current theories of physiology.  The course will prepare students for continued study of human physiology and disease process in subsequent upper level courses.  This is the second in a sequence of two courses in anatomy and physiology.  The course focuses on cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, immune, reproductive and urinary systems.  (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 212L - Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

Prerequisite: BIO 211, BIO 211L or consent of instructor

Corequisite: BIO 212

This course provides students with practical, hands on demonstrations of anatomy and physiology concepts coinciding with material covered in BIO 212.  The laboratory course includes components that require student participation in animal dissection and physiology experimentation.  (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BIO 253 - Microbiology

Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 212L or consent of instructor                                          
This course provides a study of the definition, scope, history and significance of microbiology.  Content examines the classification and physiology of microorganisms and disease production, transmission and resistance mechanisms. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 253L - Microbiology Lab

Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 212 L or consent of instructor                                            
Corequisite: BIO 253

Experiments are designed to teach techniques to culture, isolate and identify microbes with related topics such as water coliform tests and antibiotic and disinfectant sensitivity testing. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BIO 300 - Pathophysiology

Prerequisites: RN Licensure, BIO 212 or consent of instructor

This course will provide the upperclass student with conceptual and theoretical information applicable to pathological conditions resultant in disordered physiology.  Mechanisms of production of signs and symptoms of different disease syndromes will be discussed.  A body systems approach will allow each student to understand the mechanisms underlying the disease and the clinical manifestations exhibited. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

BIO 301 - Fundamentals of Forensic Science

Prerequisites: 2 semesters biology or chemistry or consent of instructor

An introduction to the field of forensic science.  Topics include the recognition, identification, individualization and evaluation of physical evidence such as hairs, fibers, chemicals, drugs, blood, body fluids, glass, soil, paint, fingerprints, documents, firearms and tool marks.  The proper collection, processing and handling of evidence will be emphasized.  The laboratory component will include hands-on examination and testing of physical evidence.  (3 credit hours: 30 lecture hours, 30 lab hours)

BIO 304 - Genetics

Prerequisite: BIO 212 or BIO 102 and CHM 111 or consent of instructor

Corequisite: BIO 304L

This course will introduce the general genetics of lower and higher organisms integrating both molecular and organismal approaches.  Current topics in genetics, particularly those which apply to the healthcare field will be emphasized. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 304L - Genetics Lab

Corequisite: BIO 304 

Exercises and experiments are designed to demonstrate the laws of heredity using a variety of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.  Topics may include probability and statistics, cell division, particulate inheritance, including X-linked examples, genetic mapping, chromatography, isolation and analysis of DNA, population genetics.  (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BIO 312 - Research Methodology

Prerequisites: Statistics and a basic computer course or consent of the instructor         

Students critically review and investigate generic healthcare and specialty-specific literature and efficacy studies.  Emphasis is placed upon the student's development of abilities to read, fathom and respond to questions regarding selected studies from specialty journals and to pose questions regarding their selected profession in research terms.  Course content will set the stage for scholarly research in investigations. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 321 - Gross Anatomy I

Prerequisites:  BIO 211, BIO 211L or consent of instructor                                       
Corequisite:  BIO 321L

This course enhances the general knowledge base of that received in a college-level general anatomy and physiology course.  Lecture discussion of dissection of the entire musculoskeletal system of a human cadaver that will be performed in the laboratory/morgue, with emphasis on osseous anatomical features, muscles (including tendons and ligaments), nerves and blood supply.  (1 credit hour: 15 lecture hours)

BIO 321L - Gross Anatomy I Lab

Prerequisites: BIO 211, BIO 211L or consent of instructor                                         
Corequisite: BIO 321                                                                                                    
This course enhances the general knowledge base of that received in a college-level general anatomy and physiology course.  Dissection of the entire musculoskeletal system of a human cadaver that will be performed in the laboratory/morgue, with emphasis on osseous anatomical features, muscles (including tendons and ligaments), nerves and blood supply.  (1 credit hour: 30 laboratory hours)

BIO 322 - Gross Anatomy II

Prerequisites:  BIO 321, BIO 321L or consent of instructor                                         
Corequisite: BIO 322L

This course enhances the general knowledge base of that received in a college-level general anatomy and physiology course. Lecture discussion will focus on the laboratory/morgue dissection of the entire thoracic, abdominal and pelvic cavities of a human cadaver, with emphasis on visceral structures, nerves and blood supply. In addition, the brain, brainstem and cranial nerves will be discussed in anticipation of laboratory/morgue dissection. (1 credit hour: 15 lecture hours)

BIO 322L - Gross Anatomy II Lab

Prerequisite: BIO 321, BIO 321L or consent of instructor

Corequisite:  BIO 322

This course enhances the general knowledge base of that received in a college-level general anatomy and physiology course. Lecture discussion will focus on the laboratory/morgue dissection of the entire thoracic, abdominal and pelvic cavities of a human cadaver, with emphasis on visceral structures, nerves and blood supply. In addition, the brain, brainstem and cranial nerves will be discussed in anticipation of laboratory/morgue dissection. (1 credit hour: 30 laboratory hours)

BIO 330 & BIO 330L- Neuroanatomy & Neurophysiology

Prerequisites: BIO 322 or consent of instructor

A comprehensive exploration of human nervous system design and functions.  Particular attention will focus upon sensorimotor, cognitive, limbric, cortical and subcortical processes.  Student will attend to cause/effect relationships between disorders, CNS lesions and associated symptoms. (4 credit hours: 45 lecture hours, 30 laboratory hours)

BIO 351 - Applied Human Gross Anatomy                                                                 

Prerequisites:  College-level anatomy and physiology.  Admission into a professional program of study, program director"s recommendation and instructor's consent.           

This course enhances the general knowledge base of that received in a college level general anatomy and physiology course.  Lecture focuses on identification of the entire musculoskeletal system of a previously dissected human cadaver with emphasis on osseous anatomical features, muscles (including tendons and ligaments), nerves and blood supply; and on identification of the entire thoracic, abdominal and pelvic cavities of a previously dissected human cadaver, with emphasis on visceral structures, nerves and blood supply.  In addition, the brain, brainstem and cranial nerve will be discussed and reviewed in a human cadaver specimen.  Approximately twenty (20) percent of this class will be in the laboratory/morgue setting for demonstration. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 401 - Molecular Biology

Prerequisites: BIO 304, CHM 360 or consent of instructor

A study of the mechanisms responsible for the transmission and expression of the genetic information that results in the control of cellular structures and function.      (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 404  - Cell Biology

Prerequisites: BIO 101 or  BIO 212, CHM 111 or consent of instructor

This course focuses on the current concepts of the molecular organization and processes within animal, plant and bacterial cells.  Emphasis is placed on the structure, function and organization of cells, cellular energetics, genetics, chemical signaling, cell interactions, transport and biotechnology. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 407 - Seminar in Biology

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 90 credit hours

This course will include a review and discussion of current topics in the field of biology.  Lectures will be given by students, JCHS staff and outside speakers.  Students will be required to give formal presentations of current research or reviews of literature. Additional topics will include graduate and medical school application procedures, or career options. (1 credit hour: 15 lecture hours)

BIO 410 - Research

Prerequisite: BIO 312 or consent of instructor                                                               
Corequisite: BIO 407

The student will conduct an individual research project in the biomedical sciences, as directed by the department.  Course is taken in conjunction with BIO 407. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

BIO 412 - Immunology

Prerequisite: BIO 253

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the science of immunology by focusing on the tissues, cells and mechanisms involved in the normal immune response.  Outside reading will provide supplemental information on various immunological disorders and pathologies. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)                           

BIO 415L - Advanced Biomedical Lab                                                                         
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.  A laboratory course to support BIO 401 and BIO 412                                                                                 
The exercises will utilize serological, immunological and electrophoretic techniques.  The process of immune response flow of cellular information will be studied.

BUSINESS

BUS 111 - Introduction to Microcomputers

Prerequisite: Successful completion of computer skills pre-test

This course introduces the student to microcomputer hardware and software systems.  Topics will include common operating systems (Windows 2000).  Microsoft Office Suite is used for word processing, multimedia presentations and internet usage.  Students are afforded hands-on experience at individual computer stations. (1 credit hour: 15 class/lab hours)

BUS 112 - Microcomputer Applications I

Prerequisite: BUS 111

This course is designed to provide additional instruction and practice in word processing and multimedia presentations.  Advanced techniques and procedures needed to prepare large assignments are emphasized.  The main software package used is MS Word, Excel, and Access.  The course also emphasizes advanced Internet methods for research. (1 credit: 15 class/lab hours)

BUS  113L - Microcomputer Applications II

Prerequisite: BUS 111

This course includes instruction and practice in database management software. Methods of entry, sorting and report generation are included. Application to daily living as well as the professions is included. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BUS  114L - Microcomputer Applications III

Prerequisite: BUS 111

The content of this course will vary. Topics may include specialized program software and hardware, spreadsheets and other topics as student interest indicates. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

BUS 131 Computer Concepts & Applications

The course introduces the student to common operating systems and includes the following skills:  basic programming, word processing, database management, spreadsheets, Internet applications, and multimedia presentations.  The course will be divided between lecture and lab.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

BUS 303 - Management and Organizational Dynamics

This course presents a study of general management and organizational behavior theories and their application to the healthcare environment.  Emphasis will be on the use of critical skills in leader­ship, decision-making, problem-solving, meeting and time management, human relations and the effective management of human resources by healthcare managers. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

BUS 304 - Organizational Behavior

A survey of individual and group roles and the manager"s responsibilities in developing interactive relationships.  Leadership, group dynamics, motivation and other behavioral principles are emphasized in this course.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

BUS 330 - Human Resource Management

This course examines the organizational structure with emphasis on manpower management involved in recruitment, selection, training, wage and salary administration and personnel assessment.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

BUS 340 - Marketing & Public Relations

This course is the study of the theories, principles and concepts of healthcare marketing, management and public relations with specific emphasis placed on the marketing mix, product, place and promotion.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

BUS 360 - Legal Aspects of Healthcare Management 

This course will examine the legal environment faced by the healthcare provider and its' manager.  Included will be current concepts such as malpractice, tort law, legal constraints on organizational management, human resource laws and regulations in hiring and laws affecting death and dying.  Also examined will be the ethical concerns surrounding the more controversial laws.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

BUS 365 - Fiscal Management of Healthcare

This course includes methods of financing the delivery of healthcare services in the United States, budgetary methods and financial management techniques for controlling the cost of services to both the provider and consumer.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

BUS 415 - Theories of Leadership

This course examines the management and leadership concepts that are used in healthcare settings, such as quality management and re-engineering concepts, management theory and supervisory practices.  Emphasis would be placed on understanding the concepts, techniques and application of management tools for the 21^st century manager.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

BUS 460 – Strategic Planning & Policy

This course examines the strategic planning concepts that are used in the management process within healthcare settings, such as hospitals, long-term care and other related settings.  These concepts would include the overview of strategic management, strategy formulation and the implementation of the designed strategy.  This course is designed to reflect upon the previous courses taken in the program.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

CHEMISTRY

CHM 100 - College Chemistry

This course is a study of fundamental principles of chemistry with an emphasis on those topics applicable to the health profession.  This course will enable the student to prepare for CHM 111.  This course does not satisfy requirements for graduation with a BS in Biomedical Sciences, but may count toward total semester credit load.  This course is for the student who did not have high school chemistry or does not have a strong chemistry background. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

CHM 100L - Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab

Corequisite: CHM 100

A laboratory course to accompany CHM 100.  Basic chemistry laboratory techniques are emphasized.  (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

CHM 111 - General Chemistry I

A study of modern chemistry principles, properties of elements, compounds and their quantitative relationships. Stoichiometry and molecular structure are stressed. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

CHM 111L - General Chemistry I Lab

Corequisite: CHM 111

A laboratory course designed to illustrate the principles of chemistry being taught in CHM 111. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

CHM 112 - General Chemistry II

Prerequisites: CHM 111 or consent of instructor

This course emphasizes the study of modern chemical principles, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium and chemical thermodynamics. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

CHM 112L - General Chemistry II Lab

Prerequisites: CHM 111L or consent of instructor

Corequisite: CHM 112

Laboratory course to be taken in conjunction with CHM 112.  (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

CHM 241 - Organic Chemistry I

Prerequisites: CHM 112 or consent of instructor

Organic chemistry is a study of carbon containing compounds and their properties, emphasizing nomenclature, isomerism and properties of organic compounds.  Compounds of importance to biology and biochemistry are stressed. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

CHM 241L - Organic Chemistry I Lab

Prerequisites: CHM 112 or consent of instructor

Corequisite: CHM 241

Laboratory course to be taken in conjunction with CHM 241. Experimental work is correlated with lecture component. (1 credit hour: 45 lab hours)

CHM 242 - Organic Chemistry II

Prerequisites: CHM 241 or consent of instructor

A continuation of the study of organic chemistry. The course focuses on the synthesis and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds.  Emphasis is placed on compounds of biological importance. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

CHM 300L - Chemistry Methods Lab

Prerequisite:  Enrollment or completion of CHM 242 or CHM 351 or consent of instructor

This course studies the basic principles of pharmacology to include the concepts in pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug development and drug safety.  Major drug categories and commonly used medications are emphasized.  (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

CHM 351 - Analytical Chemistry

Prerequisite:  CHM 111 and CHM 112 or equivalent

Corequisite: CHM 351L

This course introduces the theory and practice of gravimetric, volumetric, instrumental analysis techniques and treatment of multiple equilibria in aqueous solutions.  (3 credit hours:  45 lecture hours)

CHM 360 - Biochemistry I

Prerequisite: CHM 241/equivalent or consent of instructor

This course presents the biochemical principles that govern living systems.  Chemical structure and functional relationships are emphasized in protein and enzymology, carbohydrates, bioenergetics, metabolism, energy conservation and metabolic regulation, biomembranes and transport. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

CHM 361 - Biochemistry II

Prerequisites:  CHM 360 or consent of instructor

This course is a continuation of Biochemistry I.  Emphasis is placed on lipids and their role in energy metabolism and membranes.  The role of nucleic acid is studied. (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

CHM 362L - BioChemistry Lab

Prerequisites: Completion or enrollment in CHM 360 or 361 or consent of instructor

A laboratory course that demonstrates the principles of biochemistry.  (1 credit hour: 45 laboratory hours)

ECONOMICS

ECN 101 - Concepts of Economics

This course studies basic economic problems faced by any society, together with an analysis of the fundamental concepts and practices of our economic system, involving comparisons with other systems and providing an overview of the characteristics of the market for healthcare services.  Specific reference is made to health services expenditures, demand, pricing policies, manpower, access to care, supply of health services, productivity, cost analysis, inflation and the financing of healthcare services. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

EMERGENCY HEALTH SCIENCES - PARAMEDIC

EHS 100 - Emergency Medical Technician Basic

This course is an introductory course to emergency pre-hospital care and follows the 1994 Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Basic. Upon successful completion of this course and its corequisites, candidates are eligible to sit for Virginia and national EMT-Basic certification. (5 credit hours: 75 lecture hours)

EHS 100 L - Emergency Medical Technician Basic Lab

This laboratory course is a corequisite for EHS 100 and is designed to compliment the lecture materials being taught in EHS 100.  The course follows the 1994 Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Basic. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

EHS 100 C - Emergency Medical Technician Basic Clinical

This clinical course is a corequisite for EHS 100 and is designed to exceed the course requirements for the 1994 Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Basic. Clinical time will be spent in the emergency department and with an EMS agency. (1 credit hour: 50 clinical hours)

EHS 111 - PreHospital Care I

Corequisites:  EHS 111L

This course is the first of four professional courses designed to prepare the paramedic student to function as an entry-level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes Module 1 Preparatory: EMS systems, roles and responsibilities, well being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention, medical legal issues, therapeutic communication and life span development as infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age and adolescent populations.  Module 2 Airway Management and Ventilation.  Module 3 Patient Assessment: History taking, physical exam, clinical decision making, communication and documentation.  Module 8 Crime Scene Awareness: Safe operation on the scene.  (3 credit hours:  45 lecture hours)

EHS 111L - PreHospital Care Skills I Lab

Corequisites:  EHS 111

This laboratory course is designed to teach and develop competency of psychomotor skills required for the entry level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes Module 1 Preparatory: Well being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention and basic EMT skills.  Module 2 Airway and Ventilation: Basic and advanced airway techniques and management.  Module 3 Physical Assessment: History taking, physical exam, patient assessment, clinical decision making, communication and documentation. Module 8 Crime Scene Awareness: Safe operations on the scene. (2 credit hours:  60 lab hours)

EHS 120 - PreHospital Care II

Prerequisites:  EHS 111, EHS 111L

Corequisites:  EHS 120L

This course is the second of four professional courses designed to prepare the paramedic student to function as an entry-level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes Module 1 Preparatory: General principles of pathophysiology - cellular environment.  Module 4 Trauma: Trauma systems, mechanism of injury, hemorrhage and shock and thoracic trauma. Module 5 Medical: Pulmonary and cardiology.  (5 credit hours:  75 lecture hours)

EHS 120L - PreHospital Care Skills II Lab

Prerequisites:  EHS 111, EHS 111L

Corequisites:  EHS 120

This laboratory course is designed to teach and develop competency of psychomotor skills required for the entry-level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes Module 1 Preparatory:  Venous access and medication administration.  Module 2 Airway: Airway management and ventilation as Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI) considerations. Module 4 Trauma:  Trauma systems, mechanism of injury, hemorrhage and shock, and thoracic trauma.  Module 5 Medical: Pulmonary and cardiology.  (2 credit hours: 60 lab hours)

EHS 131 - (HPE 131) - Physical Fitness & Wellness I

This course is designed to promote positive lifestyles through the concept of wellness.  The wellness topics presented during HPE 131 classroom hours are as follows: Wellness: Why or Why Not?, stress management, fitness, weight management, substance abuse and sexually transmitted diseases. At the conclusion, the student will compare lifestyle habits existing at the beginning and the end of the course.  The student will affirm positive changes and identify areas of improvement for the future.  Course will be graded pass/fail. (1 credit hour: 15 class hours)

EHS 132 & EHS 132L - Physical Fitness & Wellness II

Prerequisite: EHS 131

This course will be a combination of aerobic activities and weight training.  Group and individual aerobic activities will be included.  The lab will introduce the student to the following aspects of weight training: safety, stretching, basic lifting fundamentals, equipment use and program development. (1 credit hour: 30 contact hours)

EHS 133 & EHS 133L -  Physical Fitness & Wellness III

Prerequisite: EHS 132

This course is designed to promote positive lifestyles through the concept of wellness. Students will have weight training labs to strengthen their bodies for lifting, moving and carrying patients.  A variety of aerobic activities will be offered.  Students are encouraged to develop personal fitness goals.  The aerobic portion is designed to help the EMT-P to perform the physical tasks involved in rescue operations. (1 credit hour: 30 contact hours)

EHS 151C - Introduction to Clinical/Field Externship                                                                                                
Corerequisites: EHS 111, EHS 111L

Clinical/Field Externship I provides students with experience in the hospital/prehospital setting under supervision in areas appropriate to the didactic presentation of EHS 110.  Students will observe in developing skills in patient assessment and patient care strategies.  Areas include the emergency department, anesthesia, and prehospital. (1 credit hour: 50 clinical/field hours)

EHS 160C - Clinical Practice II

Prerequisites:  EHS 151C

Corequisites:  EHS 120, EHS 120L

This clinical course allows the student to participate in direct patient care under clinical supervision in areas appropriate to didactic information being presented in EHS 120.  Areas include: emergency department, operating suite/anesthesia, PACU, critical care and endoscopy.  (2 credit hours: 100 clinical hours)

EHS 170C - Clinical Practice III

Prerequisites: EHS 160C

Corequisites: EHS 220, 220L

This clinical course provides students with experience in the hospital setting under clinical supervision in areas appropriate to current studies.  Areas include the emergency department, critical care units, adult day care, anesthesia, hemodialysis and cath lab.  (2 credit hour: 100 clinical hours)

EHS 171E - Field Externship I

Prerequisite: EHS 151C

Corequisites: EHS 120, EHS 120L

This semester includes 50 hours of field externship time with an approved ALS (Advanced Life Support) agency.  The focus of this course is to gain experience functioning at the ALS level.  Newly acquired cardiac skills and knowledge will be emphasized.    Concepts of the AIC (Attendant in Charge) and the paramedic as a leader will be explored.  Students are expected to take charge of calls under the guidance of the preceptor. (1 credit hour: 50 field externship hours)

EHS 172E - Field Externship II

Prerequisites:  EHS 171E

Corequisites:  EHS 220, EHS 220L

This semester includes 50 hours of field externship time with an approved ALS agency.  The focus of this course is to gain experience functioning at the ALS level, while working on paramedic skills. Concepts of the AIC and the paramedic as a leader will be explored.  Students are expected to take charge of calls under the guidance of the preceptor. (1 credit hour: 50 field externship hours)

EHS 173E - Field Externship III

Prerequisites: EHS 172E

Corequisites: EHS 225, EHS 225L

This semester includes 50 hours of field externship time with an approved ALS agency.  The focus of this course is to gain experience functioning at the ALS level, while working on paramedic skills.  Concepts of the AIC and the paramedic as a leader will be explored.  Students are expected to take charge of calls under the guidance of the preceptor. (1 credit hour:  50 field externship hours)

EHS 174E - Field Externship IV

Prerequisites: EHS 173E

Corequisites: EHS 285, EHS 295

This semester includes 200 hours of field externship time with an approved ALS agency.  The focus of this course is to gain experience functioning at the ALS level, while working on paramedic skills.  Concepts of the AIC and the paramedic as a leader will be explored.  Students are expected to take charge of calls under the guidance of the preceptor. (4 credit hour: 200 field externship hours)

EHS 200 - Rescue Operations

Corequisites: EHS 111, EHS 111L

This introductory course to Emergency Medical Service Operations provides the

student a general approach to scene management and ambulance operations.  The course follows the 1999 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-P.  Content includes all of Module 8 Operations: Ambulance operations, medical incident command, rescue awareness and operations, hazardous materials incident, and crime scene awareness. (2 credit hours:  16 lecture hours: 20 lab hours)

EHS 207 - Introduction to Air Care

Prerequisites: EHS 220, EHS 220L

This is an elective course offered to students who have an interest in air-medical transport.  Areas of study include history of air medevac, basic helicopter orientation, management of the critically ill patient, communications and crew resource management. (2 credit hours: 30 class hours)

EHS 210 - Paramedic Pharmacology

Prerequisites: EHS 111, EHS 111L

Corequisites:  EHS 120, EHS 120L

This course is designed to teach the cognitive principles necessary in pharmacology for the entry-level paramedic to formulate a field impression and implement a pharmacological management plan.  The course follows the 1999 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes: Module 1 Preparatory: Pharmacology.  Drug classes covered will include anesthetics, antianxiety, anticonvulsants, CNS stimulants, psychotherapeutics, CNS peripheral dysfunctions, skeletal muscle relaxants, cardiovascular, anticoagulants, antihyperlipidemics, diuretics, renal system dysfunction, bronchodialators, gastrointestinal, opthalmic, ears, thyroid, endocrine, reproductive, antineoplastics, infectious disease, Antibiotics, antifungals, antimicrobals, NSAJIDS, uricosuric, vaccines, dermatologic, vitamins and minerals, fluids and electrolytes and antidotes.  (3 credit hours:  45 lecture hours) 

EHS 220 - PreHospital Care III

Prerequisites:  EHS 120, EHS 120L

Corequisites: EHS 220L

This course is the third of four professional courses designed to prepare the paramedic student to function as an entry-level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes Module 4 Trauma: soft tissue trauma, burns and other environmental conditions, head and facial trauma, spinal trauma, abdominal trauma, musculoskeletal trauma, geriatric and pediatric trauma considerations. Module 5 Medical: neurology and gastroenterology.  (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

EHS 220L - PreHospital Care Skills III Lab

Prerequisites:  EHS 120, EHS 120L

Corequisites:  EHS 220

This laboratory course is designed to teach and develop competency of psychomotor skills required for the entry-level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes Module 4 Trauma: soft tissue trauma, burns and other environmental conditions, head and facial trauma, spinal trauma, abdominal trauma, muskuloskeletal trauma, geriatric and pediatric trauma consideration.  Module 5 Medical: gastroenterology and neurology.  (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

EHS 225 - PreHospital Care IV

Prerequisites:  EHS 220, EHS 220L

Corequisites: EHS 225L

This course is the final didactic professional courses designed to prepare the paramedic student to function as an entry-level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes: Module 5 Medical:  Endocrinology, urology, toxicology, infectious diseases, behavioral & psychiatric disorders, gynecology and obstetrics, allergies and anaphylaxis.  Module 6 Special Considerations: Abuse and neglect, neonatology, pediatrics, geriatrics, special challenges and acute intervention for chronic patients.  (5 credit hours:  75 lecture hours)

EHS 225L - PreHospital Care Skills IV Lab

Prerequisites:  EHS 220, EHS 220L

Corequisites: EHS 225

This laboratory course is designed to teach and develop competency of psychomotor skills required for the entry-level paramedic.  The course follows the 1998 DOT National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic.  Content includes Module 5 Medical:  Neurology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, urology, toxicology, infectious and communicable diseases, behavioral & psychiatric disorders, obstetrics and gynecology.  Module 6 Special Considerations:  Neonatology, pediatrics, geriatrics, abuse and assault and acute intervention for chronic patients.  (2 credit hours: 60 lab hours)

EHS 250C - Clinical Practice IV

Prerequisites: EHS 170C

Corequisites: EHS 225, 225L

Clinical Practice IV provides students with experience in the hospital setting under clinical supervision in areas appropriate to the didactic presentation of EHS 225.  Areas include: emergency department, pediatric critical care, labor and delivery and behavioral care. (2 credit hours: 100 clinical hours)

EHS 285 - Interdisciplinary Professional Seminar

Prerequisite: EHS 225, EHS 225L                                                                              
Corequisites: EHS 174E, EHS 285

This course explores concepts of professionalism in emergency medical services and the allied health professions.  Students will write and submit resumes for future career opportunities, learn interviewing skills, discuss personal issues surrounding career opportunities and review research in the prehospital arena. (1 credit hour: 15 lecture hours)

EHS 295L - Senior Seminar

Prerequisites:EHS 225, EHS 225L

Corequisites: EHS 174E, EHS 285

This seminar offers to the student a review of all DOT learning objectives for purposes of National Registry Paramedic Exam preparation.  Combinations of practical & written examinations are utilized as preparatory tools. (1 credit hour: 30 lecture hours)

ENGLISH

ENG 100 – English Fundamental
This course introduces the student to the basic elements of writing and language.  Fundamental concepts will be introduced and expanded to provide the student with the skills necessary to complete more advanced writing courses.  Focus will be on production of clear and concise sentences that demonstrate proper use of nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.  Focus will be on the production of effective paragraphs that demonstrate proper punctuation, mechanics and word selection. (3 credit hours: 45 lecture hours)

ENG 111 - Grammar and Composition I

Prerequisite: ASSET writing score of 35 or greater

This course is designed to increase student awareness and aptitude in the composing process: inven­tion, drafting, revision and editing.  Included in this course are short, frequent writing assignments in various modes, prepared and extemporaneous speech opportunities, preparation of an informa­tion research paper and a review of grammar and mechanics. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

ENG 112 - Grammar and Composition II

Prerequisite: ENG 111

This course is a continuation of English 111.  The student will continue to develop the skills of essay writing and analysis of rhetorical modes and methods and techniques of formal research learned in Grammar and Composition I. The emphasis will be on literature and the skills of critical analysis, effective and correct methods of research writing and documentation, formal critical reading and analysis.  The student will carefully examine literary samples of fiction, poetry and drama.  The student will understand, identify and explain how rhetorical features reflect an author"s or writer's purpose, audience and subtleties of style to impact readers or audiences.  A formal research paper will be written and documented. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

ENG 199 - Writing for Publications

Prerequisite: ENG 111

This course provides the student the opportunity to practice writing and layout skills while contributing to student publications. (1 credit hour: 15 class hours)

ENG 201 - Survey of American Literature

Prerequisite: ENG 111

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principle forms of fiction: short story, poetry, novel and drama, in a study of imaginative literature to include analysis of the genre and critical thinking.  The literature will serve as a springboard for writing. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

ENG 202 - Survey of English Literature

Prerequisite: ENG 111

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to major English works from the Anglo-Saxon period to present.  Ideas and characteristics of the British literary tradition are emphasized.  Critical reading and writing are included. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

ENG 220 - Public Speaking

This course is designed to develop the mutually dependent skills of speaking and listening in order to facilitate both formal and informal communication. Through careful preparation the student will learn self-confidence, organization and delivery of material. In addition, vocabulary and diction skills will be enhanced. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

ENG 230 - Business and Technical Communications

Prerequisite: ENG 111

This course is designed to teach clear, purposeful, effective writing and the forms different commun­ications must take.  Content includes attention to pre-writing considerations such as audience assess­ment, intent of the communication and research, as well as the mechanics of writing the draft.  Among the forms considered in the course are memorandums, minutes, directions, reports and business letters. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

ENG 240 - Creative Writing

Prerequisite: ENG 111, ENG 112

Students will examine works of established writers of fiction, poetry and essay while practicing techniques designed to enhance their own creativity. In conjunction, daily journal exercises will serve as a reflective tool. Group discussion and peer editing will facilitate learning. Each individual will design and complete a project in poetry, essay or fiction, or a combination of these genres. (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)
ENG 325 – Communication in Professional Practice
Prerequisite: ENG 111
This course is designed to stress the importance of communication, including oral, nonverbal, and written strategies important in the healthcare arena.  The course is structured to provide students with the opportunity to develop skills in these areas.  The course will focus on the professional writing, oral presentations and refined literature search methods.  All writings and supporting documentation will follow APA format.  (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

FINANCE

FIN 121 - Finance, Principles and Applications

The course centers on the principles and applications of financial management skills that include statement analysis, working capital, capital budgeting and long-term financing with emphasis on net present value, internal rate of return, lease versus purchase analysis and cost of capital calculations.  (3 credit hours:  45 class hours)

FIRE & EMS TECHNOLOGY

FIR 150 - Basic Fire Suppression

Corequisites: FIR 150L                                                       

This course is an entry-level course for beginning firefighters.  The emphasis of the course is to prepare the firefighter to carry out most fire ground functions under the direct supervision of an officer or experienced firefighter.  Additionally, the course will cover "two-in-two-out” compliance, rapid intervention teams, fire fighter accountability, self-rescue, hazardous material recognition and how to use the DOT Emergency Response Guide. (6 credit hours: 90 class hours)

FIR 150L - Basic Fire Suppression Lab         

Corequisites: FIR 150

This course is an entry level laboratory course for beginning firefighters.  The emphasis of the lab is to prepare the firefighter to carry out most of the practical fire ground functions under the direct supervision of an officer or experienced firefighter.  Additionally, techniques will be taught on how to safely rescue their partner and self from immediate danger to life and health atmospheres. Practical scenarios will also be utilized to demonstrate use of the DOT Emergency Response Guide. (2 credit hours: 60 lab hours)

FIR 170 - Electrical Hazards for Fire Personnel                                               

This course is designed to acquaint firefighters to the unique hazards associated with electrical energy that may be found at an emergency incident.  (1 credit hour: 16 class hours)

FIR 175 - Wildland Fire Operations in the Urban Interface, S-205

This course is designed to meet the training needs for initial attack incident commanders and company officers confronting wildland fire that threatens life, property, and improvements.  (1 credit hour: 16 class hours)

FIR 180 - Emergency Response to Terrorism                                             

This course is designed to provide a general entry-level introduction to the basic concepts for first responder awareness at the scene of a potential terrorist incident. (1 credit hour: 16 class hours)

FIR 185 - Farm Machinery Safety & Extrication                       

This course is designed to familiarize the emergency responder with the unique hazards associated with agricultural machinery and environments.  (1 credit hour: 16 class hours)

FIR 200 - Advanced Fire Suppression                                                         

Prerequisites: FIR 150, FIR 150L

Corequisites: FIR 200L

This course is designed for the firefighter who is prepared to assume more of a leadership role.  The course gives the student additional knowledge of fire ground situations so that he or she can make basic evaluations of safety problems and assume leadership roles in carrying out interior attacks and search operations.  Additional information will be covered on hazardous material properties, containers, transportation, and protective equipment. (4 credit hours: 60 class hours)

FIR 200L - Advanced Fire Suppression Lab                                  

Prerequisites: FIR 150, FIR 150L

Corequisites: FIR 200

This laboratory course is designed for the firefighter who is prepared to assume more of a leadership role.  The lab prepares the student with practical skills for fire ground situations that enable he or she to make basic evaluations of safety and assume leadership roles in carrying out interior attacks and search operations.  Additionally, techniques will be introduced on how to defensively contain hazardous materials. (1 credit hour: 30 lab hours)

FIR 210L - Basic Truck & Pump Operations Lab                    

Prerequisites: FIR 150, FIR 150L

This laboratory course is designed for the firefighter who is preparing to assume operation responsibilities of fire apparatus.  The lab prepares the student to operate an emergency vehicle safely by stressing the principles of defensive driving in both emergency and non-emergency situations. The lab also teaches the basic principles of pump operation at draft, from hydrants, and relay operations. (1 credit hour: 32 lab hours)
FIR 222 – Flammable Liquids and L.P. Gas
Prerequisite: Firefighter I
This course is designed to review the properties of Flammable Liquids and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) their use and storage.  Various containers, construction, handling devices an different transportation hazards will be addresses. (2 credit hours: 16 class hours)

FIR 240L - Basic Heavy and Tactical Rescue Lab                         

Prerequisites: FIR 150, FIR 150L

This laboratory course is designed for the firefighter who is preparing to assume responsibilities on the tactical rescue scene.   Principles and practices associated with vehicle, rope, trench and confined space will be the emphasis of the course. (2 credit hours: 60 lab hours)

FIR 245 - Trench Rescue                                                                   

This course teaches a combination of classroom and practical evolutions that allow the student to make open trenches and excavations safe for victim access and removal. (1 credit hour, 8 class hours, 12 practical hours)

FIR 260 - Building Construction & Inspection                                             

Prerequisites: FIR 200, FIR 200L

This course is designed to teach the firefighter to assess and inspect building construction  to determine code compliance, reading of the building to assess construction stability,  resistance to fire and likely paths of fire extension. (4 credit hours: 60 class hours)

FIR 280 - Incident Management Systems                                

Prerequisites: FIR 150, FIR 150L

This course teaches a standardized approach to the incident command system from day to day operations to a full scale disaster response and the use of mutual aid.  (1 credit hour: 15 class hours)

FIR 290 - Fire & EMS Externship                                                            

Prerequisites: FIR 200, FIR 200L

This internship is designed to meet the needs of both the beginning and career fire fighter.  New fire fighters will be ride with selected fire and EMS agencies to provide a basic understanding of the daily activities necessary for providing fire and EMS services.  Career personnel will ride with supervisory personnel to gain an appreciation of daily operational activities.  Students will keep a log of activities and write a paper to support the knowledge obtained. (2 credit hours: 100 field externship hours)

FIR 295 - Public Fire Education                                                                     

Prerequisites: FIR 200, FIR 200L

This course provides instruction in developing, scheduling and delivering public fire education programs that are appropriate for the intended audience.  Additional topics covered include developmental characteristics and learning capabilities of children from ages 3 - 14.   (3 credit hours: 45 class hours)

GENERAL

GEN 100—Academic Seminar
This course will detail specific skills related to classroom and individual study at the college level including note taking, textbook usage, critical thinking, test taking, reading and time management. Individual assessment will be used to design personal student objectives. Problem solving, relationship issues, conflict resolution, assertiveness and self-management skills will be examined. Students are required to enroll in GEN 100 the fall semester of their first year of enrollment or in the summer session preceding entry into a program of study. (1 credit hour) A student may be exempt from GEN 100 if he/she has completed 30 semester college credits with 3.00 or higher cumulative grade point average.

GEN 102—Stress Management for Students
This course will teach the student how to identify personal stressors, explain the physiological and psychological effects of stress and employ stress management techniques. Current research into stress will be discussed. Course will be graded pass/fail. (1 credit hour)

GEN 103—Academic Seminar for the STARS Program
Corequisites: GEN 103L
This course is a concentrated remedial course to be taken consecutively with the laboratory portion. This course teaches students methods to strengthen their academic performance based on the later research in how people learn and succeed. Topics covered include time management, organization, study skills, test-taking, library usage (research), writing in APA style, critical thinking, and Internet research skills. (3 credit hours)

GEN 103L—Academic Seminar Lab
Corequisites: GEN 103
This course provides students with practical experiential academic concepts and skills with material covered in the lecture course GEN 103. The laboratory course includes components that require student participation in exercises designed to improve skills in: grammar, writing, research, using the Internet, note-taking, stress management/health and wellness, reading, memorization techniques, test taking and relationships. (1 credit hour)

GEN 107—Personal Productivity in a Stressful Society
This course is designed to teach students how to develop and maintain a productive self-esteem. The course will focus on effective methods of stress management, and the avoidance of procrastination and perfectionism. The student will learn methods that assist with the management of anxiety and to recognize and manage depression that is associated with college life in a stressful society. Students will also learn the benefits of even temperament. (1 credit hour)

GEN 110—Prior Learning Assessment
This course will provide the instruction and guidance for documenting prior learning experiences that match specifically identified college course objectives. Students will work with the instructor and designated faculty reader to prepare the appropriate documentation leading to the awarding of college credit for past learning that has occurred in non-academic settings. (1 credit hour)

HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT

HCM 301—United States Healthcare System
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program and/or permission of instructor.
This course examines the health care delivery system of the United States from a systems perspective in terms of historical and current development. The course includes the political, cultural, philosophical, and social factors that have influenced the evolution of the health care delivery system. Topics will include Medicare, Medicaid and other economic influences on healthcare. (4 credits)

HCM 302—Healthcare Management
Prerequisites: HCM 301 or permission of instructor.
This course explores the principles of management for organizations that deliver healthcare services. Applications of the manager’s role in planning, organizing, staffing, and directing are discussed and evaluated through the use of case studies. The influence of regulatory agencies on healthcare delivery and management will be discussed. (4 credits)

HCM 310—Accounting for Healthcare Management
Prerequisites: Acceptance in the program.
The course will prepare students to read, analyze, understand and use financial statements and budgets. Financial management techniques for controlling the cost of services to both the provider and consumer will be examined. (4 credits)

HCM 312—Organizational Behavior and Development
This course provides a survey of individual and group roles and the manager’s responsibilities in developing interactive relationships. Special emphasis placed on behavior and development within health care environments. Leadership, group dynamics, motivation and other behavioral principles are emphasized in this course. (4 credits)

HCM 315—Health Care Management Seminar I
Prerequisites: HCM 301 or permission from program director.
This course is the first in a series of courses that examine current literature focused on the professional practices and competencies of Health Care Management. (1 credit hour)

HCM 320—Health Info Systems and Computer App
Prerequisites: HCM student or permission of program director.
This course is designed to develop technical and analytical skills in the application of information systems and reporting skills related to the practice of healthcare management. There will be practical focus in which students develop competencies in various word processing and spreadsheet software. Additionally, the use of communications and reporting software will be included. (4 credits)

HCM 325—Health Care Management Seminar II
Prerequisites: HCM 315 or permission from program director.
This course is part of a series of courses that examines current literature focused on the professional practices and competencies of Health Care Management.

HCM 330—Human Resources/Organizational Management
This course examines the organizational structure with emphasis on manpower management involved in recruitment, selection, training, wage and salary administration and personnel assessment. Leadership styles, legal aspects of human resource management and other related topics will be covered. (4 credits)

HCM 340—Healthcare Finance
This course will introduce students to fundamental financial concepts concerning the time value of money, financial risk and required return, capital structure, and capital investment decisions. students will learn to understand and apply concepts related to the cost of capital, debt and equity long term financing, capital budgeting, working capital management, short term financing, and leases.

HCM 410—Healthcare Research Methods
Prerequisites: HCM 301 or permission from program director.
This course covers the methods used in health services research and evaluation that include research design, measurement, and method of analysis. The objective of this course is to provide the student with basic information skills applicable to understanding the research process used in planning, data collection, and policy development. (4 credit hours)

HCM 415—Health Care Management Seminar III
This course is part of the Professional Seminar Series that focuses on career development and advancement. To enhance success in their careers, students will be acquire information and skills for resume development, interviewing preparation and follow up, and identification and evaluation of job sites and opportunities.

HCM 420—Healthcare Law & Regulation
Prerequisites: HCM 301 or permission from program director.
This course examines the major legal issues encountered by Health care organizations and individual health care practitioners as they practice and make decisions in today’s ever changing market and regulatory environment. (4 credit hours)

HCM 440—Marketing and Public Relations in Healthcare
This course examines the theories, principles and concepts of healthcare marketing, management and public relations with specific emphasis placed on the marketing mix, product, placement and promotion. (4 credits)

HCM 450—Healthcare Economics and Policy
Prerequisites: HCM 301 & IDS 302 or permission from program director.
This course is designed to develop conceptual and analytical skills and competencies in the application of principles of economic theory to issues related to the organization and delivery of healthcare services. Economic theory will be applied to the demand and supply of health care, health insurance, payment mechanisms, and market structure. Economics will be used to analyze the cost/benefits of healthcare policy at the state, federal, and local levels. (4 credits)

HCM 465—Healthcare Manage Senior Proj/Internship
Prerequisites: HCM 301 or permission from program director.
This supervised study is designed to help students apply and integrate the core competencies in Management, Finance, Strategy, Marketing and Economics via organizational and market assessment of a Healthcare Management issue. (3 credits)

HCM 485—Healthcare Strategic Management & Marketing
Prerequisites: HCM 301 or permission from program director.
As the capstone course for the HPA program, the purpose of this course is to integrate principles and practices of health management and policy in order that you may apply them to practical situations and problems. Additionally you will become familiar with the principles, theories, methods, and tools used in the health care sector to decide what to do strategically to create organizational futures. That is, this course is focused on the strategic management of health care organizations including strategy formulation, the content of strategy, strategy implementations, and evaluation. (4 credit hours)

HEALTH

HLT 111—Personal Health
This course introduces the concepts of personal health, including the health-illness continuum, fitness, stress management, nutrition, sexuality, substance abuse and safety with an emphasis on personal responsibility for health. The student will design and implement a balanced nutrition plan and a personal, safe, aerobic fitness plan. (3 credit hours)

HLT 200—Issues In Community Health
This course serves as an introduction to community health. A history of community health organizations and activities will be presented as well as the organization and responsibilities of community health agencies currently operating nationally and locally. In addition, current issues which are seriously impacting on community health, i.e., STDs, substance abuse, environmental factors, etc. will also be addressed. (3 credit hours)

HLT 215—Medical Terminology
This course provides an understanding of medical terms and abbreviations. It includes the study of prefixes, suffixes, root words and technical terms with emphasis on proper usage, spelling and pronunciation. There will be some basic study of anatomy and physiology as the various systems of the body are introduced with associated medical terms. (3 credit hours)

HLT 221—Concepts of Disease
This course is designed to consider some of the basic characteristics of disease states in the human. Emphasis is placed on basic pathophysiologic principles and common mechanisms of disease. Representative disease states are addressed for all of the human systems. Consideration is given to diseases common across the lifespan. Causation, symptoms and treatments are emphasized. (3 credit hours)

HLT 301—Nutrition
Prerequisites: RN Licensure or BIO 211, 212
This course explores major concepts of nutrition and health. Characteristics of adequate and inadequate nutrition, essential nutrients and nutritional needs across the life span are discussed. Dietary modifications for therapeutic purposes and cultural variations are included. RN students may challenge this course using NLN Challenge Exam. (3 credit hours)

HLT 450—Global Health Issues
This course is intended to provide a qualitative and quantitative review of global health issues. It will focus on culture variations in healthcare delivery. It will provide a broad survey of the main facts, issues, perspectives, methods, results and conclusions in the area of global populations and health. It will address some of the unique qualities of ethnomedicine, variations in socioeconomic status and the impact of societal variation on contemporary issues affecting global health. The course will provide an opportunity for students to engage in discussions of comparative regional health issues that impact healthcare delivery. The course will facilitate the student's ability to explain the significant role healthcare plays in the global community. (3 credit hours)

HEALTH & PE

HPE 100—Basic First Aid & Emergency Care
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) provides the opportunity for cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification after 12 hours of basic provider training including one- and two-person CPR, management of the obstructed airway of infants and adults and infant resuscitation according to American Heart Association standards. (1 credit hour)

HPE 104—Therapeutic Massage
This course is an introduction to the area of therapeutic massage for the healthcare professional. Topics of instruction will include general principles of therapeutic massage and basic techniques used in massage. Considerations for massage for specific purposes and specialized systems of massage will be discussed. (1 credit hour)

HPE 112—Basic First Aid for Healthcare Providers
This course will introduce the student to basic skills associated with emergency and cardiac care. Instruction will allow the provider to become comfortable at providing initial care and assisting other health care team members in the care of the patient who has specific needs during an emergency situation. This course is offered through the American Safety & Health Institute and includes topics such as intervention for bleeding, choking, poisoning, heart related emergencies and CPR. At the conclusion, the student will be eligible to sit for certification in First Aid and CPR through the American Safety & Health Institute. (1 credit hour)

HPE 120—Mindfulness & Yoga
This course will introduce students to the concept of mindfulness, being aware of what is happening in the moment. Mindfulness practices are a valuable method of stress reduction and are valuable in achieving and maintaining wellness for both client and healthcare providers. The primary mindfulness focus will be awareness of the body, experiencing what it feels like to move, breathe and relax. (1 credit hour)

HPE 121—Mindfulness & Yoga II
Prerequisites: HPE 120 or permission of the instructor
This course will further explore the concept of mindfulness, being aware of what is happening in the moment. Mindfulness practices are a valuable method of stress reduction and can facilitate achieving and maintaining optimal wellness for both client and healthcare providers. Mindfulness practices will include continued and expanded focus on body sensations through the practices of yoga and sitting quietly, noticing sensations as these arise in the body and exploration of breathing techniques to facilitate the development of concentration and relaxation. (1 credit hour)

HPE 124—Self Defense I
This course is designed to be a basic self defense course. The student will be taught techniques against either violent or minor attacks from many situations. The student will learn various self defense techniques involving holds and escapes. Observation and awareness skills will also be taught to prevent or avoid trouble before it develops. Safety in training will be strictly emphasized during the class. (1 credit hour)

HPE 131—Physical Fitness & Wellness
This course is designed to promote positive lifestyles through the concept of wellness. The wellness topics presented include the benefits of wellness, stress management, fitness, weight management, substance abuse and sexually transmitted diseases. At the conclusion of the class, the student will compare lifestyle habits existing at the beginning and at the end of the course. The student will affirm positive changes and identify areas of improvement for the future. (1 credit hour)

HPE 154—Intermediate Massage
This course is designed for students who have completed therapeutic massage and would like to further increase their knowledge of massage theory and skills for specific types of massage. Types of massage taught will include Eastern, Sport, and Deep Tissue massage. (1 credit)

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

IDS 100—Introduction to Healthcare Delivery Systems
This course provides students with the opportunity to interact in a multidisciplinary environment while learning basic safety practices and communication skills. The course will include multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary styles of communication including verbal and nonverbal with various groups and settings. Each discipline represented will discuss practice acts and the implications related to the scope of practice with all health team members. The content will provide a fundamental introduction to healthcare trends and settings. (1 credit hour)

IDS 101 & 101L—Introduction to Basic Patient Care Skills
This course will provide students with the opportunity to interact in a multidisciplinary environment while learning basic safety practices, therapeutic communication skills and basic care of clients. An introduction to the basic patient care principles and concepts will be discussed with an emphasis on meeting the physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the individual. Students will be given the opportunity to practice skills in an open lab setting and demonstrate competency by completing the required skills through proficiency check-offs. Required for students pursuing the associate degree in nursing. (1 credit hour)

IDS 102C—Basic Patient Care Skills Clinical
Corequisites: IDS 101
This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate basic patient care skills learned in previous coursework. This course will focus on practicing basic patient care principles and concepts to meet the physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the individual. Skills to be demonstrated include: therapeutic communication, infection control, safety practices and meeting the basic and special needs of the long term care patient. (2 credit hours)

IDS 107—Introduction to Sign Language
This course is designed to teach basic sign language conversational skills to healthcare professionals. When appropriate, vocabulary will be tailored for use in healthcare settings. This course will include a brief overview of deaf culture including, but not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Virginia Relay System. (1 credit hour)

IDS 111—Basic Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
This course will introduce the multi-skilled patient-focused provider to basic skills associated with cardiac rhythm recognition. The student will learn basic cardiac anatomy and electrophysiology and the techniques of lead placements. The main focus will be the recognition of basic dysrhythmias. (1 credit hour)

IDS 114—Twelve-Lead ECG Interpretation
Prerequisites: Health Care Provider CPR certification, IDS 111 or previous courses on dysrhythmia recognition
This course will introduce the multi-skilled patient-focused care provider to the basic skills of 12-Lead ECG interpretation. This will include a quick review of ECG basics, acquiring the 12-Lead ECG and recognizing and localizing the myocardial infraction. Basic concepts of treatment will be discussed to include thrombolytic and other cardiac management. (1 credit hour)

IDS 117—Basic Venipuncture Skills for Non-Phlebotomists
This course is designed for healthcare practitioners who may be required to collect specimens for the clinical laboratory. Emphasis will be on routine adult venipuncture methods. Additional topics will include capillary puncture methods and the collection of non-blood laboratory specimens such as 24-hour urines. Students will learn through both didactic and student laboratory instruction. There is no clinical component to this course. (1 credit hour)

IDS 117L—Basic Venipuncture Skills for Non-Phlebotomists Lab
Corequisites: IDS 117
This course is the laboratory component to the Basic Laboratory Collection Skills for the Non-Phlebotomist (IDS 117). Students are not required to take this course but must have completed IDS 117 in order to enroll in this laboratory study. Students will be divided into small groups and can expect intensive hands-on laboratory experiences. (30 lab hours)

IDS 120—Transcultural Healthcare
This course is designed to examine multi-cultural populations and how their cultural diversity impacts the planning and delivery of health care. It will provide a theoretical framework for providing transcultural healthcare through examination and utilization of different models of cultural competence. Major ethnic groups will be studied to understand salient healthcare needs. (1 credit hour)

IDS 201—The Experience of Illness
Prerequisites: ENG 111
This course introduces and examines biographical accounts of illness and the hospital experience from the individual's perspective to students of nursing, medicine, and allied health professional. A number of case studies will be reviewed and will emphasize the singular implications of illness and hospitalization and the ways in which individuals express their feelings and perceptions of the care they receive. Students will respond critically to the readings through discussion and personal essays. (3 credit hours)

IDS 301—Statistics for Healthcare
This course provides students with a conceptual understanding of statistical methods in relation to the purpose, design, and methods of healthcare research. Both descriptive and inferential applications are presented and students are introduced to the use of computers for data storage, retrieval, and statistical analysis. (3 credits)

IDS 302—Statistical & Epidemiological Methods for Healthcare
Prerequisites: One semester of college algebra with minimum grade of C.
This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals of data display and organization, scales of measurement, univariate statistics, principles of statistical inference, correlation, regression and logistic regression, t-tests, ANOVA, and epidemiology. (student cannot get credit for IDS 301 & 302) (4 credit hours)

IDS 305—Complementary & Alternative Approaches in Healthcare
This course is designed to provide an overview of complementary and alternative therapies and their impact upon healthcare delivery. Lecture discussions include the attributes and shortcomings of complementary and alternative approaches and conventional medicine. The history and maturation of complementary and alternative approaches will be examined. (2 credit hours)

IDS 307—Topics in Interdisciplinary Healthcare
Prerequisites: ENG 112, SOC 213, PHL 215
In this course, students will be introduced to challenges facing the American healthcare system and current recommendations for change. Emphasis will be placed on factors that contribute to positive interdisciplinary healthcare interventions. Students will work in interdisciplinary groups to develop a client-centered healthcare intervention project. (3 credit hours)

IDS 350—Spanish Language & Culture
This course for healthcare professionals has been specifically designed using second language learning models. Lessons build upon each other, encouraging the use and re-use of newly acquired language. Emphasis is on the development of oral and aural skills and the practical use of the language for clinical settings. Cultural perspectives are written into each lesson of the course. The cultural perspectives emphasize awareness and sensitivity of the Hispanic client. (3 credits)

IDS 370—End of Life Issues
Prerequisites: RN licensure or permission of instructor
This course will provide the student with the opportunity to examine issues related to end of life care. The nine modules of the End of Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC) Curriculum will be incorporated into the course. Students will apply theory related to the physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of patients near the end of life in clinical practice and/or case study situations. (3 credit hours)

IDS 372—Spirituality in Healthcare Practice
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or above.
In this course students examine the roles of spirituality in healthcare practice. Healthcare interventions from birth through end-of-life care will be analyzed to determine what impact the spirituality of the patient and/or healthcare provider has on clinical outcomes and the healing process itself. Added focus will be given to specific populations including children, dying persons, and those who are bereaved. (3 credits)

IDS 392—Advanced Patient Assessment
This course is designed to provide the student with advanced skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery of quality patient care. Topics include: informed consent, medical-legal considerations, sterile techniques, infection control, patient preparation and post procedural care, vital signs, ECG's, conscious sedation, and pharmacology. (3 credits)

IDS 453—Research
This course is designed to study research methodology pertaining to topics within the allied health profession. The student will evaluate and discuss research designs, sampling designs, data collection methods and data analysis. Various examples of research will be critiqued. The focus will be on students' area of interest and research needs. (3 credits)

IDS 501—Leadership in Healthcare Systems
Prerequisites: Admission to the Graduate School
This course provides an overview of current theory, principles and skills of leadership in healthcare organizations. Course content focuses on the development of students’ abilities to develop competency in the application of leadership theory in a variety of healthcare settings. Students will examine their own leadership/management styles, discuss the impact of these, and apply leadership skills in team-based, problem-based healthcare situations. (3 credit hours)

IDS 503—Advanced Statistics for Healthcare
This course examines statistical methods of analyses of variance and multiple linear regression. Content includes descriptive statistics, ANOVA, repeated measures analysis of variances, correlation analysis, and multiple linear regression. Learning statistical theories is coupled with practice of data analysis using statistical software. This course is for graduate students in nursing and health sciences. It is not for credit toward any undergraduate or graduate degrees in Statistics. (3 credits)

IDS 507—Ethical & Legal Practice in Healthcare
Prerequisites: Admission to the Graduate School
This course focuses on the ethical and legal principles that impact health care. Special emphasis will be placed on legal and ethical decision-making and personal accountability for ethical and legal practice. Students will use these principles to analyze systems of health care and the impact of values on care delivered. (3 credit hours)

IDS 509—Research & Evidence Based Practice
Prerequisites: IDS 501, IDS 507
In this course, students focus on utilization of new knowledge and evidence to provide quality health care, initiate change and improve healthcare practice. This includes problem identification, evaluation of research and awareness of practice outcomes. Students develop skill in accessing, assessing and applying current research to healthcare practice. (3 credit hours)

IDS 517—Quality Outcomes in Healthcare
Prerequisites: IDS 501, IDS 507, IDS 509
In this course, students explore theory related to quality management through design of outcomes measures. The impact of accreditation and regulatory impact on quality control, and assessment and planning will be analyzed. (3 credit hours)

MATH

MTH 100—College Math
This course is for the student who did not have high school algebra. The course will include ratios, metrics, fractions, percentages, decimals, conversions and solving for one and two unknowns. This course may or may not satisfy requirements for graduation. Will meet A.S. degree requirements. (3 credit hours)

MTH 101—Math for Health Sciences
This course presents a review of arithmetic and teaches elements of algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Direct applications to health-related occupations are included. (3 credit hours)

MTH 130—Applied Math for Healthcare Professionals
Prerequisites: High School Algebra I or MTH 100 or equivalent (Grade of at least C)
The course will develop basic math skills that include fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions and percentages. It will also examine the metric system and common conversions within and between other systems of measurement commonly used in science and healthcare. The course will develop the concepts of dilution, flow rate and solving for x with basic algebraic formulas. (3 Credit hours)

MTH 165—College Algebra
This course presents various topics from algebra within the complex number system. These include linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, polynomials, logarithms and systems of equations and inequalities. Some topics from analytic geometry and discrete algebra also will be explored. (3 credit hours)

MTH 201—Calculus
Prerequisites: MTH 165 or equivalent
This course in an introduction to one-variable calculus. Topics covered include functions, limits, differentiation and integration, with an emphasis on applications to the biomedical sciences. (3 credit hours)

MTH 210—Introduction to Statistics
Prerequisites: MTH 165 or consent of instructor
This course will focus on the basic statistical concepts and applications in health sciences. Descriptive and inferential statistics will be covered. (3 credit hours)

MUSIC

MUS 101—Introduction to Music Appreciation
This course provides an overview of the history of music and an introduction to musical elements, forms, and stylistic periods, including discussion of twentieth century music such as jazz and rock. The course is designed to stimulate curiosity and enthusiasm and heighten the student's awareness of music. An introduction to the fundamentals of music theory will be included. (3 credit hours)

NURSING

NSG 000—Pharmacology for Nursing

NSG 000—Specialty Nursing Course
Specialty Nursing Courses are: NSG 160-Nursing of Older Adults NSG 211-Mental Health Nursing NSG 221-Nursing of the Childbearing Family NSG 241-Nursing Care of Infants & Children

NSG 000—2nd Specialty Nursing Course
You will take two Specialty Nursing Courses in Fall and again in Spring.

NSG 091L—Independent Study in Psychomotor Skills
This course is designed to provide students, with faculty supervision, opportunity to practice psychomotor skills to increase proficiency, either as remediation or fulfillment of psychomotor skills mastery requirement prior to clinical course entrance. (1 credit hour)

NSG 101 & 101 C—Introduction to Nursing
Prerequisites: CNA certification or IDS 101, IDS 101L. Pre or Corequisite: BIO 211
Corequisites: NSG 102, NSG 111, NSG 111L
This course provides the student with an introduction to nursing. Focus will be on developing assessment skills to evaluate the client's status in regard to meeting basic human needs. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for delivering client care. Concepts include: caring, basic human needs, stress/adaptation, the nursing process, teaching & learning and factors influencing care. This course includes selected nursing management topics. (4 credit hours)

NSG 102—Dosage Calculations
Prerequisites: IDS 101 (or CNA Certification)
Corequisites: Pre or Coreq. BIO 211, NSG 101/C, NSG 111/L.
This course reviews basic mathematics used by nurses for dosage calculation of medications and solutions. Focus will be on calculating medication dosages (oral and parenteral); intravenous fluids; and solutions. Reading physician's orders and drug labels is also included. (1 credit hour)

NSG 103—Introduction to Pharmacology
Prerequisites: For AD Students: NSG 101, NSG 201, NSG 111 & BIO 211 For Accelerated Track Students: NSG 200 or NSG 202 and NSG 213
This course will provide the student with a foundation in basic pharmacologic principles. It will explain how that knowledge base can be directly applied in providing safe administration of medications in patient care across the life span. It will incorporate the nursing process into medication administration and monitoring. Identification of major drug classifications and their prototypes will be included. (3 credit hours)

NSG 111 & 111L—Nursing Skills I
Prerequisites: IDS 101 (or C.N.A. certification)
Corequisites: NSG 101
This course provides the student with psychomotor skills and related fundamental concepts needed to provide therapeutic nursing care and meet physical human needs. Fundamental concepts include standards of care, sterile technique, admitting/discharging the client and cost awareness. Psychomotor skills include physical assessment, wound care, urinary catheterization, skills related to bowel elimination, nonparenteral medication, and related topics. (1 credit hour)

NSG 112 & 112L—Nursing Skills II
Prerequisites: NSG 101, NSG 102, NSG 111
Corequisites: NSG 130
This course provides the student with advanced nursing skills and related concepts to meet the needs of clients with common health problems. Nursing skills include intravenous fluid and parenteral medication administration. Also included are skills related to the gastrointestinal, respiratory and neurological systems. (2 credit hours)

NSG 130 & 130C—Adult Health I
Prerequisites: NSG 101, NSG 101C, NSG 102, NSG 111, NSG 111L, BIO 211 Pre or Corequisite: BIO 212
Corequisites: NSG 103, NSG 112, NSG 112L
This course will provide the student with an opportunity to apply communication, critical thinking and caring within systems to assist adults in meeting their health needs. Emphasis is placed on direct nursing care to diverse adult clients with common health needs affecting sensory/perception, sensory-motor function, and gastrointestinal function. Emphasis will also be placed on the perioperative experience, fluid and electrolyte balance, the client in pain and managing client care. (5 credit hours)

NSG 160 & 160C—Nursing of Older Adults
Prerequisites: (NSG 101, NSG 102, NSG 111) or (NSG 202, NSG 213) or NSG 200; BIO 211
Corequisites: Pre or Corequisites: BIO 212, NSG 103; and PSY 238 (or PSY 201 and 202)
This course will focus on the unique needs of older adults. The biopsychosocial changes associated with the aging process will be discussed. The aging client will be considered as part of the family, community and society. Students will have an opportunity to provide nursing care to older adults in different health care settings, including long term care. This course includes selected nursing management topics. (3 credit hours)

NSG 200—Nursing Transition
Prerequisites: BIO 212
Corequisites: Pre or Corequisites: BIO 253, PSY 238, SOC 213 Corequisites: Completion of challenges for NSG 102, NSG 111, NSG 112
This course serves as an introductory course for licensed practical nurses entering the LPN to Associate Degree Nursing program. It provides the student with an overview of the dimensions of the conceptual framework of the nursing program. Emphasis will be on human needs, growth and development, stress-adaptation, and the roles and competencies of the associate-degree nurse. A major focus will be the nursing process with emphasis on building assessment skills and organizing data for selected nursing diagnoses. (2 credit hours)

NSG 202 & 202C—Nursing Fundamentals
Prerequisites: BIO 253, PSY 238 or PSY 201 and PSY 202
Corequisites: NSG 213
(Revises May 19, 2006) This course provides the student with an introduction to nursing. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for delivering client care to meet basic human needs. Course will include core concepts and factors influencing care. (3 credit hours)

NSG 203—Foundations for Professional Nursing Practice
Prerequisites: Must meet criteria for BSN program progression Pre or Corequisites: BIO 300, CHM 310, MTH 130
Corequisites: NSG 255
In this course the curriculum framework will be introduced. The student will explore the impact of nursing history, nursing theory, professional values, and human diversity in the practice of professional nursing. The use of the nursing process will be introduced as the model for critical thinking and the foundation for professional nursing practice. The student will learn therapeutic communication, interviewing, and documentation necessary for professional practice. (3 credit hours)

NSG 208—Critical Thinking Skills for Nursing
This course is designed to assist the nursing student in applying knowledge and developing critical thinking skills. Student will progress through a series of exercises designed to reinforce fundamental concepts and their applications to patient care situations. NCLEX-like test questions will be utilized throughout the course to assist students in the development and application of test-taking strategies. (1 credit hour)

NSG 211 & 211C—Mental Health Nursing
Prerequisites: NSG 101, NSG 102, NSG 111, or NSG 200 or NSG 202 and NSG 213, BIO 211, PSY 238 OR PSY 201 and 202.
Corequisites: Pre or Corequisites: NSG 112, NSG 103, BIO 212, NSG 130.
This course will emphasize communication, critical thinking and caring for diverse clients with psychosocial needs. The client's needs will be considered in a variety of settings. Knowledge of the health-illness continuum and its application will be emphasized. Therapeutic interventions will focus on direct care. This course includes selected management topics. (3 credit hours)

NSG 213 & 213L—Introduction to Nursing Skills
Prerequisites: BIO 253, PSY 238 OR PSY 201 AND PSY 202
Corequisites: NSG 202,
This course provides the student with psychomotor skills and related concepts needed to provide therapeutic nursing care and meet physical human needs. Concepts include standards of care, sterile technique, and cost awareness. Psychomotor skills include physical assessment, medication administration and skills related to management all body systems. (2 credit hours)

NSG 214 & 214C—Synthesis of Adult Health I
Prerequisites: NSG 202, NSG 213, PSY 238, BIO 253; LPN's only NSG 111, NSG 112, NSG 102
Corequisites: Pre or Corequisite: NSG 103
In this course the student will learn to provide therapeutic nursing interventions for adults with common and acute health needs. Emphasis is placed on providing direct care using critical thinking through the nursing process for diverse adult clients. Clinical experiences will be provided in the acute care and community environments. This course contains nursing management topics. (5 credit hours)

NSG 215 & 215C—Synthesis of Adult Health II
Prerequisites: NSG 214, NSG 103
In this course the student will learn to provide therapeutic nursing interventions for adults with common and complex health needs. The student will utilize caring behaviors, critical thinking and therapeutic communication skills. Emphasis is placed on providing direct care using the nursing process for diverse adult clients. Clinical experiences will be provided in the acute care and community environments. This course contains selected management topics. (4 credit hours)

NSG 221& 221C—Nursing of the Childbearing Family
Prerequisites: NSG 112 or NSG 213, NSG 130; NSG 200 or NSG 202, PSY 238 or PSY 201 and 202
Corequisites: Pre or Corequisites: BIO 253, SOC 213, NSG 103
This course provides the student with the opportunity to apply communication, critical thinking and caring to assist families in meeting their needs during childbearing. Emphasis is placed on common childbearing needs along the health-illness continuum. Therapeutic nursing interventions will focus on direct nursing care of diverse families and their health needs in a variety of health care settings. (3 credit hours)

NSG 230 & 230C—Adult Health II
Prerequisites: NSG 103, NSG 112, NSG 130, BIO 212, BIO 253: PSY 238