HLTH 101Health and Wellness

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Explores essential wellness practices as they relate to current concepts of preventative medicine. This course investigates the latest scientific findings germane to the major diseases and causes of premature death in the United States. Issues addressed include those pertaining to social, emotional, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental health. The importance of self-responsibility within a wellness lifestyle is stressed, enabling the student to take the initiative to enhance his or her quality of life. This course is a globally intensive course that promotes intercultural competency and global awareness. Successful completion of this course contributes toward the 15 credits of globally intensive curriculum needed to earn the Global Studies Certificate. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.