HHSC 342 Peer Health Education

3 semester hours

This course is designed to challenge and expand the students’ beliefs and perceptions about health and wellness through active discussion and exercises in introspection. Students will receive current information on the most pressing and relevant issues related to the college population including general wellness, public health issues (current and future), nutrition/exercise, sexual health and identity, body image/eating disorders, stress management, sexual assault, and substance abuse (alcohol and drugs). Students will research and present on a health related topic to enhance their presentation and communication skills.

Lecture, 3 hours.