HLTH 050 - Health and Wellness

Maximum of 3.0 possible Credits
Importance of nutrition to individual healthy living, physical fitness, patterns of growth and development, disease prevention, and the impact of environmental factors on one’s health.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Explain the relationship of nutrition and food nutrients to individual healthy living. [COMMUNICATE]
Describe the concepts of health-related physical fitness and how they relate to overall well-being. [COMMUNICATE]
Analyze patterns of growth and development. [REASON]
Explain the concept of control and prevention of disease. [REASON]
Demonstrate skills to live safely and reduce health risks. [ACT]
Explain how environmental factors affect one’s health (air, water, noise, chemicals). [COMMUNICATE]
Use social skills to promote health and safety in a variety of situations. [ACT]
Analyze how emotions influence decision-making. [REASON]