HIST2535 History of the American Indian This course will investigate the inhabitants of continental America before, during, and after the arrival of Europeans. An in-depth analysis of different Indian societies and how they were affected by their environment, social, economic, and political realities of their time. Students will look at their own pre-knowledge of Indian societies and will check it for misconceptions or generalizations that may or may not be true. Students will also learn to research and investigate historical topics related to American Indians through the use of historical research techniques. (Meets MnTC Goals 5 & 10) (Prerequisties: None) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) HLTH1000 Health Care Core Skills This course introduces basic nursing care, skills and concepts in preparation for clinical experience in a nursing home. Upon successful completion of this course and clinical experience, students are eligible to take the Nursing Assistant Test-Out exam for placement on State of MN Nursing Assistant Registry. Skill set includes at least 40 hours of lab and 24 hours of clinical at an approved licensed nursing home. (Prerequisites: The following Health Care Core Curriculum modules must be completed: 1) Awareness & Sensitivity to Client Needs 2) Behaviors for Success in Healthcare Settings 3) Communications in Healthcare Settings 4) Healthcare Safety & Standard Precautions 5) Legal Issues in Healthcare 6) Healthcare Ethics 7) Respecting Client & Staff Diversity. All 7 modules must be at least 64 hours in length.) (2 credits: 0 lec/2 lab) This course is open only to high school students with permission of their counselor/principal. Must meet PSEO eligibility requirements. HLTH1098 Nursing Assistant This 80-hour course develops skills, attitudes and knowledge essential for direct and supportive care in long-term care facilities. Class meets OBRA requirements and MN Board of Nursing standards. Skills are demonstrated in supervised laboratory and clinical environment. This is a prerequisite for incoming LPN students. Recent mantoux test taken up to 90 days prior to class start must be brought to first class. Twenty hours of clinical experience are included in this class. Note: Clinical days begin at 7:00 a.m. for daytime classes in Winona. The 80-hour MN Nursing Assistant class and being placed on the MN Registry does not qualify Nurse Aides to work in WI. Students are required to have a background check by submitting paperwork the first day of class. If background check does not pass, student will not be allowed to attend clinicals and a refund will not be issued. (Prerequisites: none) (3 credits: 1 lecture/2 lab) HLTH1105 Personal Health & Fitness I This course studies physical fitness, personal nutritional health and stress as they relate to a healthy lifestyle. Through testing and self-assessments, the student’s current status is analyzed. The student will then develop a plan that would facilitate a personal healthy lifestyle. The course will introduce a variety of subjects including cardiovascular disease, cancer risk reduction, aging and health, stress management, behavior modification and addictive behaviors. (Prerequisites: none) (1 credit: 1 lecture/0 lab) HLTH1110 Personal Health and Fitness II This course focuses on the implementation of an individualized physical fitness program. Through testing and self-assessments, the student’s current status is analyzed. The student will then develop an exercise program that would facilitate a personal fitness plan. The couse will introduce a variety of subjects including anatomy and aging, choosing equipment, choosing the right type of training and motivational techniques. (Prerequisite: HLTH1105 Personal Health and Fitness I) (1 credit: 1 lecture/0 lab) HLTH1120 Beginning Yoga This course provides a mind-body workout to promote personal fitness. The course will emphasize relaxation, breathing, balance, muscle development, flexibility, cardiovascular conditioning, and stress management. (Prerequisite: none) (1 credit: 0 lecture/1 lab) HLTH1125 Fitness Walking This course is an introduction to walking as a lifelong activity for fitness. It will provide students with a moderate level of physical activity in the form of fitness walking. Topics include the benefits of walking to maintain or enhance personal fitness and wellness, aerobic conditioning, motivation, walking for weight management, and developing personal fitness goals and plans. (Prerequisite: none) (1 credit: 1 lecture/0 lab) HLTH1130 Introduction to Outdoor Activities Introduction to outdoor activities is based around a student¿s current health and personal wellness goals. Base on a health assessment and introduction to local resources students will identify achievable goals for experiencing the outdoors and improving health. This will expand students knowledge of Southeast Minnesota¿s parks, trails, waterways, and local produce all while promoting group relations, leaving students with a network of fitness and wellness peers. (Prerequisite: none) (1 credit: 1 lecture/0 lab) HLTH1205 Introduction to Basketball Basics The development of basic fundamental skills, knowledge, and strategies involved in beginning basketball in order to enjoy basketball. Topics covered will include basic offensive skills and defensive skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, man-to-man defense, and zone defense. (Prerequisite: none) (1 credit: 1 lecture/0 lab) HLTH1215 Introduction to Dance (Lab) The Lab section of the proposed and approved Introduction to Dance course is an exploration of the practice of dance as an embodied form of inquiry and expression. Students will move through a survey of diverse approaches to dance, considering their cultural, aesthetic and personal contexts as they go. Registration for this lab class would be prioritized for students registering for the full three credit Introduction to Dance course, and available spaces (up to 24 total) would then be opened to students wishing to take this lab section as a one credit Health and Wellness requirement fulfillment. (Prerequisite: none) (1 credit: 0 lecture/1 lab) HLTH1220 Wellness Through Nutrition This course is designed to introduce the basic principles of nutrition in relationship to general health and well-being. Students will learn to evaluate nutrition information from varied sources and apply this information to make informed decisions about dietary choices for individual and family well-being. Topics include tools for assessing general health, USDA dietary recommendations, meal planning, diet and disease associations and nutrition controversies and fads. No science background or prerequisites required for class enrollment. (Prerequisite: none) (1 credit: 1 lecture/0 lab) Course Descriptions 137
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