• HLSC 2200: Introduction to Health Professions

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  For students planning to major in a health related field. Examines the historical and continuing evolution of health care. Explores work description, environment, employment opportunities, education, expectations, legal requirements, and expected earnings of each covered health profession. Focuses on, but not limited to medicine, dentistry, nursing, community health, optometry, respiratory care, dental hygiene, physical therapy, and social work.
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• HLSC 2400: Concepts of Stress Management

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  For those interested in developing skills and techniques necessary to work with clients in stress reduction programs. Includes identifying, managing, and eliminating stress in individuals, families, and communities. Examines effects of stress on the immune, endocrine, and nervous systems and the relationship to disease. Teaches stress reduction application and methods in wellness and health care settings.. Canvas Course Mats $49/Cengage applies.
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• HLSC 2450: Health Coaching

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Pre- or Corequisite(s): HLTH 1100. Provides an evidence-based introduction to the role of a health coach as an educator and motivator for change. Connects theory to behavior change and understanding the three main core coaching skills to help necessitate change in clients. Examines the communication skills necessary for health coaching and motivational interviewing.
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• HLSC 2550: Health Coaching II

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): HLSC 2450. Applies evidence-based learning as a continuance of Health Coaching I. Explores different communication styles and how they are used in motivational coaching. Focuses on the utilization of appropriate assessment tools, SMART goals, readiness to change models, positive psychology, generative moments, and how to create a coaching session. Practices the use of health coaching as a guide to support and motivate clients to make lasting lifestyle changes.
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• HLSC 2600: Drugs Behavior and Society SS

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  For students interested in drug abuse prevention. Studies substance mis-use and abuse. Discusses addictive behaviors, dependence, and treatment modalities. Examines common substances of abuse and dependence and effects upon individuals and society. Investigates the use of psychotherapeutic drugs in the treatment of mental illness. Promotes awareness of personal and social decisions concerning drugs, behaviors, and habits.
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• HLSC 2750: Supervised Coaching

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Corequisite(s): HLSC 2550. Provides health coaching sessions with clients in a monitored teaching environment. Critically evaluates experiences and facilitates change, in a low stakes environment. May be Graded Credit/No Credit. Corequisite:    HLTH 2550
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• HLSC 2800: Human Sexuality SS

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005. Interdisciplinary course in human sexuality, exploring topics in biology, health, psychology, and sociology. Introduces basic concepts of human sexuality, including anatomy, reproduction, and sexual response across the life-cycle. Studies gender roles, sexual orientation, dysfunction, and sexually transmitted disease. Examines sexual behavior from the perspective of ethics, religion, the law, and education. Students assess their sexual attitudes and should be able to make responsible sexuality decisions.
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• HLSC 282R: Health Coaching Experience

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Provides practical application of the skills learned in the health coaching courses, by allowing students to meet one-on-one with clients. Helps students coach others to create lifestyle change programs. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation. May be graded credit/no credit.
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• HLSC 2900: Health Education for Elementary Teachers

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  For Elementary Education majors. Emphasizes the role of the teacher as a health educator and team member in providing a healthy school environment. Studies the basic Utah health core curriculum. Develops learning activities applicable to the health needs of the elementary school student.. Canvas Course Mats of $70/McGraw applies.
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• HLSC 3050: Healthcare Quality and Safety

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Develops a foundation of skills and techniques for understanding quality and safety. Analyzes current issues of improving clinical and service quality in healthcare organizations.
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