204 - Personal & Community Health (3 S.H.)

Addresses individual and community health issues. Investigates the dimensions of personal wellness that influence health behavior. Course material covers content, self-assessments and journal entries in relationship to behavioral change. Alcohol, tobacco and/or other drugs with emphasis on prevention strategies are addressed as mandated by Minnesota state law 126.06.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) have knowledge of basic health content areas; (2) understand journaling and the value of nutrition, exercise and weight management; and (3) know how family history is of value.  Grade only. Offered each semester.

288 - Health Perspectives (3 S.H.)   

An introduction to health education and health promotion. Analyzes the foundations of the discipline of health education including theories of health education. Explores the theories of behavior change. Investigates the career opportunities in all health education/promotion settings. Introduces professional organizations and certifications for the field of health education including worksite health promotion. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) understand the many different theories of health, (2) know the history and philosophy of health education/health promotion, and (3) be exposed to several health working documents.  Prerequisite: HERS 204. Grade only. Offered each semester.

311 - Comprehensive School Health Program (3 S.H.)  

An introduction to the concepts and practice of school health promotion. This course provides students the opportunity to develop their understanding of the factors that influence the promotion of health in schools. The course is designed to help future community health educators and health teachers gain experience in the assessment of school health needs and understand the issues involved in advocating for comprehensive school health and planning school health promotion programs.   Prerequisites: HERS 204 and HERS 288.  Grade only.  Offered Fall Only.

312 - Community Health (3 S.H.)

This course provides students with a foundation in the theory and practice of community health promotion. Students will have the opportunity to develop their understanding of the socio-cultural, political, and economic factors involved in community health. By the end of the course, students will have the theoretical and practical background necessary to enable them to play a coordinating and facilitating role in planning and implementing effective community health promotion initiatives. Prerequisites: HERS 204 and 288.  Grade only.  Offered Spring Only.

  315 - Health Promotion Skills (3 S.H.)

This course gives students the opportunity to learn and practice the skills needed to design health messages and implement health education/promotion programs. These skills include understanding the needs of diverse communities, research methodology, health promotion material design, and health promotion resource management. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, and 312. Grade only. Offered yearly.

  320 - Health Education in the Elementary Schools (3 S.H.)

 Designing Pre-8 educational programs consistent with specified program objectives, includes development of logical scope and sequence plan for an elementary health education program. Applying individual or group learning process methods appropriate to given early childhood, elementary and middle school level learning situations. Proper techniques and skills needed to successfully meet the National Health Education Standards and the Minnesota State Graduation Standards.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) know the Coordinated School Health Program, (2) apply methodology of Elementary Health Education, and (3) know and understand the process of writing lesson plans.  Prerequisite: HERS 204. Grade only. Offered each semester.

321 - Health Education in the Middle & Secondary Schools (3 S.H.)

Future school health professionals will learn the best practices of health curriculum for middle school and secondary students.  Students will learn to specify objectives, develop sequential learning activities, create challenging and motivating lessons, and develop a curriculum for middle and/or secondary schools.  Students will learn to apply individual and group learning process methods appropriate for middle school and high school students.  Students will also learn proper techniques and skills needed to successfully meet the National Health Education Standards and the Minnesota State Graduation Standards.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) know the Coordinated School Health Program, (2) apply methodology of Middle/Secondary Health Education, and (3) know and understand the process of writing and implementing lesson plans.  Prerequisites:  HERS 204, 288, and 320.  Grade only.  Offered each semester. 

   326 - Educational Topics/Issues (2 S.H.)

In-depth study of current and emerging health topics in health education and promotion. Study of bio-psycho-social issues related to such topics as addiction, sexuality education and violence prevention. Students utilize computerized health information retrieval systems, access on-line and other database health information resources.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will have an educated position on the most important current public health issues. They will also be able to argue knowledgeably and coherently in support of their position and be able to give accurate information about the issues studied.  Prerequisites: HERS 204 and 288. Grade only. Offered each semester.

328 - Behavioral Interventions (3 S.H.)

Application of theories of behavior change to program planning for the secondary student and adult population. Students utilize a wide range of techniques and strategies for community and secondary health education.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) be able to create, develop and write teaching strategies, (2) learn proper presentation skills, and (3) become advocates for the field of health education/promotion.  Prerequisites: HERS 204 and 288; teaching option majors: HERS 320. Grade only. Offered fall semester.

350 - Program Planning in Health Promotion (3 S.H.)

This is a practical course in which students are responsible for undertaking needs assessment research and developing a health promotion program in collaboration with a local business or agency. The course enables students to apply the knowledge and experience gained in lower level courses to real world problems and to further develop their health promotion/health communication skills. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288; health promotion majors: HERS 311, 312. Grade only.  Offered each semester.

395 - Practicum in Health Promotion (1-3 S.H.)

This course gives students practical experience of the implementation of health promotion programs. Students in the course will support the implementation and evaluation of a health promotion program in a community setting. Students may work on projects previously designed during their program planning class, or they may be involved in the implementation and evaluation of a health promotion program designed by another agency. Students are expected to clear their site choice with their onsite supervisor and the course instructor of HERS 350 (Program Planning in Health Promotion) before registering for HERS 395. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, 312, 321, 326, 328, 350.  Grade only.  Offered each semester

403 - Epidemiology (3 S.H.)

An introduction to basic concepts of epidemiology. Students will study the ways in which disease is transmitted and distributed within populations and develop a working knowledge of basic biostatistics and epidemiological methodology. The course also provides students with an introduction to EPI Info statistical software. Prerequisites for Health Promotion majors: HERS 204, 288; BIOL 211, 212; STAT 110. Prerequisites for non-Health Promotion majors:  HERS 204, STAT 110, or instructor's permission.  Grade only. Offered each semester.

415 - Grant Writing (3 S.H.)

An examination of the skills required to locate funding opportunities and write and submit grant applications and reports for health promotion and education programs. This course is designed to help students to gain experience and practice in finding grant money and applying for grants to undertake community health projects. Prerequisites: Students must have senior standing. Grade only. Offered yearly.

425 - Organization and Administration of School Health (3 S.H.)

Organization and administrative aspects of an effective school health education/promotion program pertaining to budgets, personnel, facilities, legal responsibilities, home/school/community communications and the formulation of practical modes of collaboration among educational settings. The creation and the development of scope and sequence as it applies to the Minnesota State Graduation Standards and the National Health Standards.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) understand the policy and procedures required to be an administrator in the area of health education; (2) become knowledgeable in regard to curriculum development; and (3) become both an advocate and a resource person for health education, and uphold state standards and recommendations.  Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, and 311. Grade Only. Offered yearly.

430 - Public Health (3 S.H.)

This course explores the foundations of public health practices, including health organization/agency structures and specific health concerns of target populations. The course places particular emphasis on the social influences on individual and community health. It examines the reasons for health disparities and explores the problems and the challenges faced by modern public health workers and health promoters. The main goal of the course is to increase students' understanding and knowledge of public health to inform their future practice as health promoters.  Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, 311, 312, 328, and 403. Grade only.  Offered yearly.

431 - Health Issues Workshop (1-3 S.H.)

Explores recent and relevant issues, trends and programming developments in health education/promotion. Designed for teachers, school nurses, school administrators, undergraduates and/or graduate students. Junior or senior standing. May be repeated for credit. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) create, develop, and oversee the workings of health conferences; (2) professionally represent Winona State University; and (3) be able to work through the evaluation process of conferences and conventions.  Offered upon demand.

433 - Senior Health Seminar (1 S.H.)            

In-depth school and community health analysis. Review of responsibilities and competencies for entry-level health educators, for Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credentials and ethical considerations and standards, as outlined by the Society of Public Health Educators. Completion of professional files: resume, the development of a letter of application, professional presentation for interviews, professional portfolios and skills needed to make one marketable. Upon successful completion of this course, students will  (1) complete all professional papers (resume, cover letter, references, etc.) that are required by the career and placement center on campus; (2) secure creditable references to have in their file; and (3) develop their working professional portfolio. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, 311, 410; BIOL 211 and 212. Recommended prerequisites: HERS 403 and STAT 110. Senior standing. Grade only. Offered yearly.

490 - Independent Study in Health (1-3 S.H.)

Opportunities for undergraduates to work on an advanced health issue, research or with technology/presentation methods. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, preparation of proposed outline, permission of the major advisor and Department chairperson. Grade only.  Offered upon demand.

496- Internship in Community Health (10 S.H.)

A capstone experience in Community Health to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry level Community Health Educator in a Health agency or organization. Prerequisites: Senior standing, all major coursework must be completed and approved by the Health Promotion faculty, and instructor's permission. P/NC.

191 - Introduction to Athletic Training (1 S.H.)

In-depth view of the Certification requirements, WSU Program Handbook, policies, procedures, selection and retention requirements, as well as athletic training room observation and journal. Prerequisite: Department approval required. Grade only.  Offered each semester.

205 - Nutrition for Lifetime Wellness (3 S.H.)

Introduction of basic nutritional concepts and their application to lifetime wellness. Topics of study will include nutrition standards, nutrients, weight management, eating disorders, life cycle nutrition, and disease prevention. A personal dietary analysis is also included. Offered each semester.

235 - Professional Issues in Exercise Science (3 S.H.)

Introductory course for professional socialization and role development, including communication and assessment skills. Ethical issues and professionalism also are discussed.  Grade only. Offered each semester.

280 - Techniques of Fitness Programming (2 S.H.)

Practical experiences in the assessment of health-related fitness components and the knowledge to design training programs for improvement of these factors. Grade only. Offered each semester.

291 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (2 S.H.)

Prevention, evaluation, treatment and taping of athletic injuries. Lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory experience. Prerequisites: Current first aid certification and either BIOL 211 (for HERS and PER majors) or PER 251 (for coaching minors). Grade only. Offered each semester:  fall semester for athletic training major only; spring semester for all other majors or minors.

305 - Health, Exercise and Medicine:  An International Perspective (3 S.H.)

This course is an interdisciplinary travel program designed to expose students to medicine, health and exercise in a society outside of the United States.  Students will engage in different learning opportunities; including peer group presentations, lectures/discussions from specialists in their field, placement in clinical sites to interact with peers and mentors from the United Kingdom, and hands-on learning experiences in various settings.

314 - Anatomical Kinesiology (3 S.H.)

The structure and function of the human body will be systematically studied as it applies to human movement, exercise and sport. Prerequisites: BIOL 211 and 212 or equivalent. Grade only. Offered each semester.

340 - Physiology of Exercise (4 S.H.)

Major physiological systems of the human body and their responses to acute and chronic exercise. Energy systems of exercise, physiological support systems, exercise prescription, and methods of physical training are addressed. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: BIOL 212 with grade of “C” or higher. Grade only. Offered each semester.

344 - Electrocardiography (3 S.H.)

Theory and practice in the interpretation of the electrocardiogram, cardiovascular physiology, and special characteristics of ECGs for certain cardiovascular diseases. Lecture, Lab, ECG case study review. Prerequisite: HERS 340 for HERS majors; BIOL 212 for non-HERS majors. Grade only.  Offered fall semester only.

345 - Emergency Response for the Professional Rescuer (3 S.H.)

This course is designed to teach emergency care skills and the accompanying knowledge, which are needed by such emergency care givers such as policemen, fire department members, park rangers, and other first-line care-givers.  Upon successful completion of the class, students will be issued American Red Cross “Emergency Care” and “CPR for the professional rescuer” cards. This course will not prepare the student to become an Emergency Medical Technician. Prerequisite: PER 214 or First Aid and CPR certification. Offered yearly.

360 - Nutrition for the Physically Active (3 S.H.)

Nutritional requirements for the active individual and athletes. Topics of study will include carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamin, mineral and water requirements of active populations, as well as the use of nutritional ergogenic aids for performance enhancement. Prerequisite: HERS 205 and 340. Grade only. Offered each semester.

361 - Practicum in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (3 S.H.)

Students will be required to complete three semesters of practicum for one credit hour each semester for a total of 3 S.H.  The first practicum will be either second semester of the sophomore year or first semester of the junior year and will be at WSU’s Phase III Cardiopulmonary Laboratory.  The second practicum will be completed with Phase II & III patients at Winona Health’s Cardiopulmonary Laboratory.  The last practicum will be completed at WSU and provide the student with the opportunity to interpret, apply, and assist in daily operations and client care.  Students must possess current American Heart CPR, AED, and First Aid certification

362 - Athletic Training Practicum (1-5 S.H.)

Upon successful completion of the application procedure, students will enroll in one semester hour each semester for four semesters in HERS 362. Students will obtain clinical education experience with certified athletic trainers in traditional athletic training settings (university and high school athletic training facilities) and in hospital or clinic settings as scheduled by the Athletic Training Program Director. Students will be evaluated each month and will accomplish designated clinical proficiencies each semester enrolled. Prerequisites: program acceptance, liability insurance, current certification in First Aid and CPR, and instructor's permission

363- Practicum in Exercise Science (3 S.H.)

Student will register for 1 credit hour in three separate semesters.  The focus will be practical experience as a pre-professional in exercise science, with a variety of in-class and self-directed programming experiences.  Prerequisites: HERS 280, instructor’s permission, and current certification in First Aid and CPR.  Grade only. Offered each semester.

364 - Practicum in Movement Science (1-3 S.H.)

Practicum experience is designed for student site-visits to either a research oriented university, hospital or clinic, or a private business that performs movement science related measurements.  On-site visits may involve shadowing a movement science professional.  Additionally, students are required to attend at least one movement science professional meeting or workshop.  Specific goals and objectives of the practicum experience will be in writing and agreed upon by the student, faculty advisor, and the contact at the organization where site-visits are to be made.  The variable credit is determined by the student and advisor based on the requirements of the graduate school to which they intend to apply.  Prerequisites:  HERS 314, HERS 340, HERS 370, and junior academic standing.   Grade only.  Offered each semester.

370 - Mechanical Kinesiology (3 S.H.)

Mechanical principles will be systematically studied as they apply to human movement. Application of these principles will be used to understand and improve the efficiency, efficacy, and safety of movement. Prerequisite: HERS 235 and 314. Grade only.  Offered each semester.

380 - Laboratory Methods in Exercise Science (3 S.H.) 

A series of experiments designed to achieve competency in research methods, procedures and instruments typically used in human performance laboratories. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: HERS 235, 340 and STAT 110 or STAT 210. Grade only.  Offered each semester.

385 - Senior Seminar: Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (3 S.H.) 

Focuses on the analysis of the relationships between concepts in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed upon helping students integrate these concepts into their professional procedure via major paper, case studies and special presentations. Prerequisites: Senior standing and instructor's permission. Offered yearly. 

389 -  Strength and Conditioning Principles and Programming (3 S.H.)/lab

This course is designed for students preparing for National Strength and Condition Association's (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification or for students wishing to gain additional practical application of exercise science, strength training and programming. The major focus of the course will be on exercise techniques, designing strength and conditioning programs, application of exercise prescription principles and facility management, organization and administrative procedures.  Prerequisites: HERS 205, 280, 314, 340, BIOL 211 and BIOL 212.  Grade only.  Offered each semester.

390 - Movement Science Research Design (3 S.H.)

A detailed overview of the research process including discussion of research in movement science, literature review development, statement of the research problem, formulating the methods, writing the results and discussion.  Completion of human subjects review committee application forms if needed, and completion of subject informed consent. Additionally, application of frequently used statistical tests including correlation, regression analysis, t-tests, analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, and post-hoc comparisons will be covered.   Prerequisites: HERS 314, HERS 340, HERS 370, HERS 380, STAT 210.  Grade only. Offered spring semester only.

391 - Injury Recognition of the Upper Body (3 S.H.)

Advanced course in the evaluation and recognition of athletic injuries from the lumbar spine upward. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 191 and HERS 291. Grade only.  Offered yearly.

392 - Injury Recognition of the Lower Body (3 S.H.)

Advanced course in the evaluation and recognition of athletic injuries from the lumbar spine down. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 391. Grade only.  Offered yearly.

393 - Therapeutic Modalities (3 S.H.)

Exploration of pain theories, inflammation and the injury cycle. Physiological and mechanical theories of therapeutic modalities are defined and the effects of therapeutic modalities on athletic injuries throughout the injury cycle are applied. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites:  Athletic training program acceptance; BIOL 211 and BIOL 212. Offered yearly.

412 - Movement Science Research Data Collection (3 S.H.)

The student will complete data collection, and statistical analysis on a movement science related research topic.  The project will be under the direct supervision of an HERS faculty mentor.  Students will use their collected data to write one of the following: poster presentation, research paper, or a journal article. Prerequisites: HERS 314, HERS 340, HERS 370, HERS 380, STAT 210, HERS 390.  Grade only. Offered fall semester only. 

420 - Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription (4 S.H.)

Methods, procedures and techniques of functional and diagnostic exercise stress testing will be emphasized. For normal, cardiopulmonary, and other special populations, special consideration is  given for contraindications, pharmacological intervention, protocol selection, equipment selection, data interpretation, follow-up procedures and exercise prescription. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: HERS 344 and 380. Grade only.  Offered spring semester only.

445 - Medical Aspects of Exercise (3 S.H.) 

Selected topics regarding the science and medicine of sports and exercise participation. Areas to be covered include pharmacological aspects, overtraining and overreaching, the effect of exercise on reproductive function, and particularly exercise for special populations. Prerequisite: HERS 340 and NURS 366. Grade only. Offered each semester.

490 - Independent Study in Exercise Science (1-4 S.H.)

Opportunity for undergraduates to work independently. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, preparation of proposed outline and major advisor's permission. Grade only. Offered each semester.

491 - Therapeutic Treatment and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries (3 S.H.)

Indications and applications of therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation exercises will be investigated and developed into comprehensive rehabilitation programs. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 340, HERS 370, HERS 389, HERS 392 and HERS 393. Grade only. Offered yearly.

492 - Administration of Athletic Training (3 S.H.)

Designed to prepare athletic training students for the behind-the-scenes duties that are required to ensure that an athletic program is functioning efficiently and properly. Areas covered include liability, budgeting, record-keeping, and other administrative areas. Prerequisite: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 392. Grade only. Offered yearly.

494 - Therapeutic Interventions (3 S.H.)

Anatomical review and discussion of mechanisms, specific injuries, their acute treatment and referral process for conditions relating to the head, face, ear, eye, nose, throat thorax, abdomen, and skin. Intervention techniques for athletes suffering physical, emotional, or psychological illnesses will be discussed. Commonly used drugs, their actions, side effects and action for abuse and testing will also be included. Prerequisite: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 391, PSY 210.

495 - Capstone Clinical Skill Proficiencies Lab (2 S.H.)

This is a capstone clinical skill acquisition lab course.  Students that have successfully completed the academic and clinical requirements of the Exercise and Rehabilitative Science: Athletic Training major will take this course in the final semester.  This course will serve as the final assessment of clinical skill learning over time.  Final semester of Exercise and Rehabilitative Science: Athletic Training major with successful completion of all academic, clinical, and program requirements.

497 - Internship in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (8 S.H.)

A capstone experience to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry-level cardiopulmonary clinical experience physiologist. Six hundred hours of clinical experience are required in the ACSM certified exercise specialist learner outcomes. Internship clinical sites are nationally located and an internship handbook details application, registration, and evaluation procedures. Prerequisites: Senior standing, liability insurance, current CPR and First Aid certification, all major coursework must be completed, and instructor's permission. P/NC.

498 - Internship in Athletic Training (4 S.H.)

A capstone experience to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry-level athletic training professional. With an in-depth view of an athletic trainer's role in the sports medicine clinic with opportunities to interact with physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, other personnel and a diverse patient population under the direct supervision of a BOC-Certified Athletic Trainer. Opportunities for special projects, presentations and viewing surgeries may also be available. An internship handbook details admission, registration, and evaluation procedures. Prerequisites: Senior standing, liability insurance, current CPR and First Aid certification, all major coursework must be completed, and instructor's permission. P/NC.

499- Internship in Exercise Science (8 S.H.)

A capstone experience in exercise science to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry-level exercise science professional. ACSM and AWHP standards require a full semester of field experience. Prerequisites: Senior standing, liability insurance, current CPR and First Aid certification, all major coursework must be completed, and instructor's permission. P/NC.