2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

HED V73 - INTRODUCTION TO HOLISTIC HEALTH AND
HEALING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Students will explore and examine global, cultural, ecological,
scientific, spiritual, and historical influences upon humanity's
perceptions and practices of health and healing. A comparison of
holistic traditions and therapeutic impacts will be analyzed and
discussed. Topics will include: healing philosophies; homeopathic
and allopathic approaches; healthcare systems; healing sources
and systems; persuasion and intention; and, health practices of the
future. Holistic healing processes involving the interconnectedness
of mind, body and spirit will be emphasized.
Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V76 - UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING
STRESS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces the student to the physiology of the
stress response and the return to homeostasis. Topics include:
the symptoms of stress overload; stress burnout; the effects of
stress on the cardiovascular, immune, and digestive systems;
and, the effects of chronic stress on a person's psychological
health, including problems of sleep, concentration, and memory.
Coping strategies including downshifting, time management,
task prioritization, overcoming procrastination and developing
psychological hardiness will be introduced. Stress reduction
techniques including breathing exercises, mind-body forms, music
therapy, mental imagery, physical activity, autogenics, mindfulness,
progressive muscle relaxation, the relaxation response, and
meditation will be explored.
Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V84 - CPR FOR PROFESSIONAL RESCUERS - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course provides the professional rescuer with the knowledge
and skills to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the
consequences of respiratory and cardiac emergencies, and
successfully perform the appropriate rescue techniques. Completion
of this course will include an American Red Cross certification card
for CPR for the professional rescuer.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V88 - HEALTH EDUCATION WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
HED V89 - WORKSHOPS IN HEALTH EDUCATION - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
the same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of
4 times. Formerly HEd 89. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN HEALTH
EDUCATION - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
who wish to pursue projects not included in the regular curriculum.
Students are accepted only by a written project proposal approved by
the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly HEd 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V91 - SURVEY OF ALTERNATIVE AND INTEGRATIVE
MEDICINE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces students to various alternative medicine
modalities and health practices. Topics include: acupuncture,
acupressure, herbal medicine, hypnosis, nutrition therapy,
chiropractic, massage therapy, biofeedback, homeopathy, ayurvedic
medicine, detoxification, naturopathy, bio-energy, and exercise
therapy. Students will learn to analyze and evaluate the efficacy
of the alternative medicine practices and discuss how they can be
integrated with allopathic medicine.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V92 - FIRST AID, SAFETY AND CPR - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course covers prevention of accidents, procedures for
treating wounds, shock, poisoning, fractures, athletic injuries
and burns, and instruction in CPR and AED (Automated External
Defibrillation). Students may qualify for the Standard American Red
Cross First Aid Certificate, CPR community card, and AED certificate.
Formerly HEd 92. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HED V93 - HEALTH AND WELLNESS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces basic concepts of wellness including ways
of achieving optimum health. Topics will include: concepts of health
and wellness; stress management; psychosocial health; components
of physical fitness; nutrition; weight management; relationships
and sexual health; cancer, diabetes, and heart disease; substance
abuse and addictive behavior; infectious diseases, including
sexually transmitted infections; preventing violence and abuse; and,
environmental health.
Formerly HEd 93. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
HED V94 - THE TRAINER AND ATHLETIC INJURIES - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This is an introductory course covering the care and prevention
of athletic injuries. This course is designed to provide information
and skill development in the proper treatment of these injuries.
Topics include: historical developments in the field of athletic training
and sports medicine, injury recognition, treatment modalities,
evaluation techniques, rehabilitation, emergency situations, and the
demonstration of taping and wrapping techniques.
Formerly HEd 94. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
150 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011