150 L I N N- B E N T O N C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
HD 280S SERVICE LEARNING( 1-14 credits) An instructional program using contextual learning, designed to promote critical thinking, citizenship and civic responsibility as students work with community partners in addressing real community needs. Students identify work-related learning objectives, work a specified number of hours during the term, and engage in faculty-led guided reflection activities. Prerequisite: Approval by the appropriate faculty coordinator.
HDFS: HUMAN DEV / FAMILY STUDIES
HDFS 200 HUMAN SEXUALITY •( 3 credits) Discusses the biological, social and psychological aspects of human sexual functioning, within a scientific context. Topics include sexual anatomy, sexual response, gender identity, gender roles, sexual orientation, love, contraception, sexually transmitted infections and sexual coercion. Cross-listed as PSY 231. Recommended: College-level reading and writing skills( WR 121) are strongly recommended for success in this course.
HDFS 201 CONTEMPORARY FAMILIES IN THE U. S. •( 3 credits) An introduction to families with application to personal life. Focuses on diversity in family structure, social class, race, gender, work, and other social institutions.
HDFS 222 PARTNER & FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS( 3 credits) Students become familiar with different family structures and key processes such as communication, power, roles, affection and commitment. They understand how these processes emerge and change over the family life cycle. Students also examine the interface of family processes and social and work relationships.
HDFS 225 INFANT AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT •( 4 credits) An introduction to Human Development specifically focusing on prenatal, infant and child development. Describes issues, theories, and current research within a family context. Focuses on the domains of cognitive, physical, social and emotional development. Application to working with and understanding infants and young children.
HDFS 229 SCHOOL-AGE ADOLESCENT DEVELPMT •( 4 credits) Focuses on the Human Development, specifically in middle childhood and adolescence. Describes issues, theories, and current research on development within a family and community context. Focuses on the domains of cognitive, physical, social and emotional development as well as the influences of family, peers, schools, and community. Application to working with and understanding school-age and adolescent children. Recommended: HDFS 225 Infant and Child Development
HDFS 233 PROF FOUNDATIONS: EARLY CHILD( 3 credits) Focuses on current issues in working with children and families in the early childhood profession. Students will become familiar with developmentally appropriate practice, legal and ethical issues, diversity, professionalism, and advocacy in early childhood care and education.
HDFS 248 LEARNING EXPERIENCES / CHILDREN( 3 credits) Focuses on understanding how children learn and develop. Create quality, age-appropriate curricula, which include planning, implementing and evaluating materials and activities that promote language / cognitive, motor and social / emotional development. Emphasizes how to evaluate and integrate subject matter and internet sites for curriculum development and effective use of available materials and resources. Required: Students must successfully complete a criminal history background check prior to starting class.
HDFS 249 INFANT AND TODDLER CARE( 3 credits) Teaches the elements of quality care for infants and toddlers, including physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development, group care techniques and family / provider relationships.
HDFS 261 WORK W / INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES( 3 credits) Examines the fields of Human Services and Early Childhood Education, including career opportunities. Practices professional skills and strategies to use when working with individuals and families in a variety of settings. Studies communication, collaboration and partnerships to foster children’ s success.
HDFS 280 CWE CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT( 2-14 credits) Provides practical experience in a child and / or family education and / or support program. Students identify job performance objectives, work a specified number of hours during the term, and attend a related CWE seminar. Credits are based on identified objectives and number of hours worked. This is a supervised work experience that must be approved by the CWE coordinator prior to enrolling in the class.
HE: HEALTH
HE 100 INTRO TO PUBLIC HEALTH( 4 credits) This survey course covers the basic elements of public health and the complex ethical and political issues central to it. The class is open to undergraduate students of all majors who want to know more about the field of public health, what it is, how it is organized, and how it works.
HE 110 FIRST AID AND CPR( 1 credit) Prepares the student in basic first aid and adult CPR and provides information to properly administer the necessary immediate care to an injured or suddenly ill person. An emphasis is placed on early recognition of emergency medical situations and taking appropriate steps to stabilize the victim while activating the emergency medical services system.
HE 112 EMERGENCY FIRST AID( 1 credit) Covers basic first aid information in an attempt to prepare the student to properly administer the necessary immediate care to an injured or suddenly ill person. Note: Full day or two evening classes.
HE 125 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH( 3 credits) Introduces the student to fundamentals of occupational health and safety in regard to accident causation theory and accident prevention, health and safety management, health and safety practices, hazard identification and control, safety history and legislation, workers’ compensation practices, and practical aspects of complying with current safety regulations.
HE 151 DRUGS IN SOCIETY( 3 credits) Addresses the pharmacology of some popular drugs in Western society. Discusses contemporary issues involving the effects of drug use, misuse and abuse on the individual and society in general.
HE 204 EXERCISE & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT( 3 credits) Provides students with scientifically based strategies for controlling and managing weight. Offers students an opportunity to design and monitor participation in a personal weight management program that includes individual assessments, nutritional awareness, stress management and exercise. Since exercise is one of the most crucial factors in healthy weight management, students are encouraged to register for a physical education activity class when they register for this class.