100 Allied Medical Professions Survey U 1

102 Introduction to Health Professions U 2

An introduction to the allied health professions both graduate and undergraduate that contribute to the delivery of health care in America

200 CPR for the Health Care Provider U 2

Knowledge, competencies, issues and concerns of health care providers regarding basic life support/cardiopulmonary resuscitation

307 The Evolving Art and Science of Medicine U 5

An analysis of the concepts of health and healing, coupled with an examination of historical developments that have impacted the are and science of medicine

394 Group Studies U 1-5

            Supervised group studies of special topics within the allied health field

419 Electronic Principles in Medial Instrumentation U 5

            The physical and electronic principles of medical instrumentation

425 Critical Phases in Life I U 3

An examination of human’s development from conception to death and factors critical to continuing health

430 Nutrition for Fitness U 4

Introduction to the basic principles of nutrition as they relate to exercise performance and body composition of athletes and the physically active

500 Medical Terminology U 3

Terminology pertaining to the treatment of disease, including standard abbreviations, anatomic, diagnostic, symptomatic, eponymic, laboratory, pathologic, radiology, anesthetic, operative, and drug terms

505 Principles of Disease I U 3

            Basic pathophysiology and its application to the organ systems

506 Principles of Disease II U 3

            A continuation of 505

520 Musculoskeletal Disease U G 2-3

Principles, clinical aspects, and therapeutic procedures related to diseases of the musculoskeletal system

530 Neuromuscluar Disease U G 3

Survey of injury and disease of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems; presentation of clinical material

591 Health Care Organization U 3

An examination of the roles of public and private organizations in planning and supporting health care, including study of health trends, social legislation, and current professional issues.

592 Interactions in Health Care U 3

Study of interactions among clients, providers and systems in health care and health services.

594 Group Studies U 1-5

            Supervised group studies of special topics within the allied health field

596 Career Exploration and Job Search Skills for Health Sciences U 1

Examination and application of career planning for Health Sciences careers.  Guidance for the development of the skills and experience necessary to define and reach goals.

600 Internship in Health Sciences U 3-5

Experience and on-the-job learning in health management, health and wellness, or geriatrics and gerontology related work settings.

601 Death, Loss and Grief from Multiple Perspectives U G 4

Exploration of death, loss and grief from multiple perspectives: patient, family, institutional, community and health care provider

604 Case Studies in Health Sciences U 4

Experience in evaluating and analyzing case studies in health care and health services, emphasizing critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making approaches and leadership

607 Role of Integrative Medicine in Society U P G 5

A research-based analysis of the intersection between evidence-based medicine and complementary and alternative approaches to wellness, as defined by the National Institutes of Health

622 Human Resources Management for Allied Health Professionals U 3

            Emphasis on human resource development in health care institutions and related
            settings

630 Management Principles for Health Professionals U P G 3

            An analysis of the management process and its application to the health care setting

632 Diabetes Care and Management U G 2

Review of pathophysiology associated with diabetes; pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments; pattern management; monitoring; and management to control symptoms and to prevent secondary complications.

635 Allied Health Professional Clinical Interviewing U G 3

Emphasis on interviewing/counseling techniques and communication skills in health care with major emphasis on current techniques including readiness to learn, motivational interviewing, and listening skills

641 Medical Communication with Latinos U P G 3

Terminology/skills for communication with Spanish-speaking persons in health care context.  Outreach to Latino Community (service emphasis).  Familiarity with Spanish language translation/interpretation

645 Health Risk Assessment: Theory and Practice U 3

Study and application of health risk assessment theory, methods, and tools as a component of health promotion and disease prevention incorporating wellness and prevention strategies

650 Health Care Information Systems U G 3

Survey for patient, administrative and financial information systems in health care, and the technologies and management practices to support them

655 Individual Differneces in Patient/Client Populations U 3

Examination of individual differences in patient/client populations from multiple perspectives of disability, chronic diseases, healthcare disparity, culture and the impact on health and wellness

660 Healthcare Financial Management U G 3

Overview of major financial issues in healthcare delivery including assessment of financial environment, financial statements, ratio analysis, managed care, payment systems, and capital project analysis

662 Introduction to Managed Health Care U G 3

Introduction to the evolution, structure and function of managed care organizations with analysis of interfaces among payers, providers and purchasers of health care

663 Introduction to the Long Term Care Continuum U G 3

Introduction to the types of services, regulatory requirements and financing of long term care alternatives in the US healthcare delivery system

664 Care of the Older Adult: Aging in Place and Community Care U 3

Explores continuum of health and community care for older adults examining issues of access, financing, housing, services, and challenges to providing quality options

665 Understanding the Aging Process U P G 3

Study of physical and mental health components of normal aging with emphasis on critical components of successful aging, presented as basis for delivery of health services

667 Aging and Public Policy U G 3

Provides a framework to examine major policy issues of an aging society, overview of the legislative process, and a focus on citizen participation in the policy process

668 Prevention and Wellness in Aging for Health Professionals U 3

Focus on prevention, health promotion and wellness for older adults from the perspective of the allied health care professional

670 Teamwork and Leadership in Health and Wellness U 4

Students will gain a better understanding of leadership and team-building through experience in health-related projects

672 Application of Ethical Decision Making in Health Care U G 3

Examination of ethical theories, bioethical principles, personal ethics, and ethical decision making using a six-step model for application in allied health professions

680/680.01 Research Design in Biomedical Sciences U 3

Concepts related to initiating and conducting research; experimental design; use of computer graphics and statistics; and analysis of research reports

693 Individual Studies U G 1-5

            Guided study of selected topics

694 Group Studies U G 1-5

Supervised group studies of special topics within the various professions of the allied health field

695 Senior Seminar in Geriatrics and Gerontology U 3

Explanation, investigation, analysis of current geriatric/gerontology issues an trends focusing on integrating a variety of perspectives, application of concepts and creative problem solving

696 Seminar in Program Assessment, Development and Evaluation U 3

Review of needs assessment theory, concepts of economic analysis, quality of life and clinical outcomes given scarce program resources and reaction of a development and evaluation plan

700 Interprofessional Education

Focus on ethical issues, changing professional/consumer rights, and interprofessional cooperation

            700.01 Interprofessional Care U G 3

Treatment of the whole person through the analysis of the interrelated problems of actual patients/clients

            700.03 Ethical Issues U G 3

Ethical issues of concern to the professions and arising out of advanced technology: euthanasia, mind control, malpractice, social responsibility of the professions

717 Nisonger Center Courses in Mental Retardation and Development Disabilities

            Focus on interdisciplinary topics in mental retardation and developmental disabilities

            717.02 The Interdisciplinary Team: Clinical and Administrative Issues U G 3

Investigation and crictial examination of function of interdisciplinary clinical and administrative teams in mental retardation and developmental disabilities

720 Practicum in Home Modifications and Universal Design U G 3

Analysis and development of designs for products and environment related to residential spaces for older adults based on environmental adjustment theories

721 Practicum in Home Modifications and Universal Design U G 3

Provides service-learning experience for students to learn about universally designed home modifications.  Students help conduct workshops and home assessments