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PSY 367 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Coaching
(2-0-2)
(Prerequisite: PSY 312 )
The purpose of this course is to present students with legal and ethical issues related to the coaching profession.
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PSY 369 - International and Cross-Cultural Psychology
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course is designed to facilitate students’ cultural awareness and understanding concerning cultural differences. Students learn about the factors involved in cross-cultural service delivery and the potential prejudice and discrimination associated with particular groups of individuals. Students will also gain a better understanding of their own biases and how these biases can impact their ability to work effectively with individuals from subcultures other than their own.
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PSY 375 - Marriage and Family
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
Conceptual framework, theory and contemporary issues related to marriage and family will be examined. Areas that will be covered include intimate relationships, social environment, mate selection, sexual intimacy, conflict resolution and communication, parenting, family stress, divorce, single parent families and stepfamilies.
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PSY 376 - Human Sexuality
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
The psychological and physiological bases of human sexuality will be reviewed. Additional areas covered will include psychosexual development across the lifespan, sexual dysfunction, sexual deviance and sexual orientation. The roles of sex education, contraception, and sexuality in the media will be addressed as well.
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PSY 377 - Introduction to Counseling
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course is designed to familiarize students with the various elements of the counseling process, fundamental intervention strategies, and communication skills essential in effective helping.
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PSY 455 - Abnormal Psychology T
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course examines the assessment, classification, treatment, and theory related to abnormal behavior. Particular focus is placed on anxiety disorder, psychological factors affecting medical conditions, substance related disorders, mood disorders, cognitive disorders, personality disorders, and childhood and adolescent disorders.
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PSY 456 - Biopsychology
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course is an introduction to the neuroanatomical and neurophysiological underpinnings of behavior, emotion, and thought. Topics covered will include nervous system communication, brain development, motivation, sex, hunger, and thirst, sleep, emotions and stress, psychoactive drugs, thinking and consciousness, memory, learning and mental disorders.
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PSY 457 - Psychology of Motivation and Emotion T
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
The major themes and perspectives related to cognition, motivation and emotion will be reviewed. Students learn about cognitive, motivational and emotional aspects of such factors as psychological needs e.g., autonomy, competence, intrinsic/ extrinsic factors, social needs, plans, goals and intention, personal control beliefs, self, personality, culture, morality and individual growth.
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PSY 458 - Psychological Tests and Measurement
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts necessary for an understanding of psychological and educational testing. The first portion of the class will be devoted to a general introduction of the course material with an emphasis on understanding statistical concepts related to test construction and the psychometric properties of test scores. The remainder of the course will be spent examining typical assessment instruments and measures in the context of understanding, confirming, or providing support for client difficulties
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PSY 459 - Leadership and Group Process
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
Theory and research related to group processes will be reviewed. Topics covered include principles of group leadership, decision making strategies, conflict resolution, and group process skills. Emphasis will be given to application of these processes in counseling and work situations.
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PSY 465 - Psychology in the Workplace
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
In this course, the emphasis will be on taking valid psychological principles and applying them to the work environment. Areas of interest will include motivating others and yourself, goal setting for performance improvement, building relationships, achieving wellness and managing stress, managing conflict and anger, communicating with people, groups and group decision making, leading and influencing others, and achieving personal productivity. The objective is to facilitate workplace-specific skills.
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PSY 466 - Psychology of Mind/Body
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course is designed to introduce students to various principles concerned with the relation of cognitive and emotional events and biological process. Topics covered include psycho-immunology, neuro-immunology, molecules of emotion, mind and hormones, psychosomatics, healing and environment.
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PSY 468 - Psychosocial Aspects of Pain Management
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course examines the psychosocial dynamics involved in the assessment and treatment of chronic pain. A major purpose of the course is to give students the tools needed to be able to work in collaboration with pain management specialists and to provide the initial foundation for eventually developing their own expertise in the psychosocial aspects of pain management.
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PSY 472 - Senior Research Project I
(0-6-2)
(Prerequisites: Permission of Department and a “B” or better in PSY 241 and PSY 242 )
The student will complete the initial phase of the project by reviewing relevant literature, formulating a research question, writing a formal research proposal, forming a committee, and presenting the proposal to the committee.
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PSY 474 - Senior Research Project II
(0-6-2)
(Prerequisites: PSY 472 and Permission of Department)
The student will collect data related to the research project and analyze the results.
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PSY 476 - Senior Research Project III
(0-6-2)
(Prerequisites: PSY 474 and Permission of Department)
The students will interpret the results, complete the final write-up of the paper, and give the final defense before the committee.
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PSY 485 - Internship in Psychology
(1-6 crs.)
(Prerequisite: Permission of the Department)
Under the supervision of a psychology faculty member, students will be given the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom setting to clients within an applied setting.
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PSY 495 - Directed Study
(1-5 crs.)
(Prerequisite: Permission of Department)
Under the direct supervision of a faculty member, students are given an opportunity to engage in intense study of a particular area in psychology not included in the course offerings.
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PSY 496 - Directed Research
(1-5 crs.)
(Prerequisite: Permission of Department)
Under the supervision of a faculty member, students are given the opportunity to engage in an original research project.
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PSY 497 - Coaching Practicum I
(0-9-3)
(Prerequisite: Permission of Department)
The practicum experience will require students to coach three people under the supervision of a psychology faculty member.
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PSY 498 - Coaching Practicum II
(0-3-3)
(Prerequisite: Permission of Department)
The practicum experience will require students to coach three people under the supervision of a psychology faculty member.
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PSY 499 - Senior Capstone Seminar
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisites: Senior Standing and Permission of the Department)
This capstone course for psychology seniors is meant to provide an opportunity for synthesis and integration of knowledge and skills developed through the psychology curriculum. It includes a general review of psychology, discussion of the research process and methods, exposure to current issues and topics in the field, and examination of ways culture, gender, ethnicity, social class, and other diversity issues influence research and practice in psychology.
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PSY 505 - Human Development
(2-0-2)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This is a survey course of the study of human growth and development throughout the life span. Content is structured according to the biosocial, cognitive and psychosocial development of each stage. Ethnic and cultural variations will be discussed where appropriate. Knowledge of the content will enable the chiropractor to identify the stages of development of their patients and to distinguish normal from abnormal development.
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PSY 605 - Clinical Psychology
(3-0-3)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This is a survey course of the study of abnormal behavior with emphasis on the major mental illnesses and those most commonly seen in our society. The content of this course supports chiropractic by enabling the student to recognize abnormal behavior in their patients and to consider this behavior while providing chiropractic care, and make appropriate referrals when necessary to trained mental health professionals.
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PSYC 3505 - Human Development
(2-0-2)
This is a survey course of the study of human growth and development throughout the life span. Content is structured according to the biosocial, cognitive and psychosocial development of each stage. Ethnic and cultural variations will be discussed where appropriate. Knowledge of the content will enable the chiropractor to identify the stages of development of their patients and to distinguish normal from abnormal development.
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PSYC 3605 - Clinical Psychology
(3-0-3)
Prerequisite: PSYC 3505
This course provides student with descriptions of various aspects of mental health and illness according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnostic criteria. The content of this course supports Chiropractic by enabling the student to recognize abnormal vs. normal behavior in their patients and to consider this behavior while providing chiropractic care and/or need for appropriate professional referrals. This class will also briefly review the historical beginnings of psychology and theoretical orientations, techniques and treatments.
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PUBH 1517 - Basic Nutrition
(5-0-5)
Prerequisite: CHEM 1516 , CHPM 1525
An overview of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins and minerals is presented in detail in this course. Practical aspects of planning and consuming a healthy diet are emphasized. Additional topics include weight management, eating disorders, sports nutrition and changing nutrition needs throughout the life cycle. Non-nutrient dietary components, such as phytochemicals and fiber, are also discussed.
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PUBH 3515 - Public and Environmental Health
(2-0-2)
Requires: Student must be entering 6th qtr. or above. This course gives the students a fundamental understanding of the impact and workings of the United States Public Health System on the local, state, federal and private levels. The scope of public health, its history, organization and coverage of important current topics such as “Healthy People 2010” will be discussed. Other topics reviewed but not limited to are: CAD (Complementary Alternative Medicine), Diet in the USA, Medicating of children, acute and chronic diseases, disease control, environmental hazards such as global warming and specific public health responsibilities of the healthcare practitioner.
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PUBH 3615 - Emergency Procedures
(0-2-1)
Prerequisite: DIAG 2725 , DIAG 2740 , PUBH 3515
This course emphasizes the development of student skills in recognition of symptoms of illnesses, injuries and correct procedures of emergency care, in addition to emergency differential diagnostic protocol. Additional didactic and practical instruction in the subjects of toxicology and cardiopulmonary resuscitation are also presented.
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PUBH 3617 - Nutrition and Health
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: PUBH 1517
This course focuses on the relationship between diet and good health and also addresses methods for assessing the nutritional status of a patient. Dietary recommendations for prevention of disease and management of common conditions are emphasized.
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PUBH 3625 - Clinical Toxicology
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: DIAG 2735 , PUBH 3515
This course is intended to enhance the student’s understanding of clinical pharmacology as related to disorders of the human organism, including vertebral subluxation. The student will learn in lecture to develop a basic working knowledge of pharmokinetics for the more common medications currently being used today, understanding their toxicity and how they develop, how they interact with other medications, contraindications and commonly used alternatives that impact those medications. The student will also learn how over-the-counter medications impact the individual and medications prescribed to them.
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PUBH 3684 - Functional Restoration and Active Care
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: CPAP 3625
This course is an introduction to the active care practice for the chiropractor. The integrated nature of the kinetic chain is emphasized, and assessment, functional rehabilitation and reactivation strategies are discussed with a focus on the neuromechanics of the spine and core stability. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will understand the integrated nature of the kinetic chain with respect to normal and faulty spinal stabilization strategies, and will be competent in the assessment of deviation from normal structure and function in key kinetic chain. Required Curricula Class for NBCE PT Eligibility
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PUBH 3717 - Clinical Nutrition Disorders
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: PUBH 3617
This course focuses on the relationship between diet and disease. Emphasis will be placed on dietary and nutrition recommendations for management of conditions which significantly impact an individual’s ability to consume, digest, absorb and/or metabolize foods and nutrients.
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PUBH 3725 - Toxicology and Substance Abuse
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: PUBH 3625
This course presents the student clinician with a working knowledge of the fundamental components of addiction and addiction management. Emphasis is placed on the important role that chiropractic care can play in the management of addictions. The neurological mechanisms of addictions are also delineated in detail.
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PUBH 4747 - Obstetrics/ Gynecology/Proctology (*PUBH 4205 lec and 4208 lab)
(4-2-5)
Prerequisite: CLET 3835
This course provides the student with an understanding of the potential disorders specific to the functions of the female body from puberty through pregnancy and into menopause. Emphasis is placed upon structure and function in relation to the necessity for chiropractic care or referral. This course also emphasizes the development of student skills in performing both gynecological and proctological assessments. The student will be able to recognize normal vs. abnormal findings. This course also includes 10 gynecological examinations and 10 proctological examinations performed on mannequins. *Transfer students may get credit for lecture portion and be required to take or audit the Lab to fulfill graduation completion requirement.
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PUBH 5541 - Physiological Therapeutics - Adjunct Procedures (MSHS 541 )
(3-2-3)
Prerequisite: CLIN 3608
This course is designed for those who will be utilizing physiological therapeutic modalities to augment their treatment and care programs. Instruction on the use of various electrotherapy, acoustical and mechanical devises, as well as safe and effective procedures are covered. Required Curricula Class for NBCE PT Eligibility
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PUBH 5543 - Physiological Therapeutics - Rehabilitative Procedures (MSHS 543 )
(3-2-3)
Prerequisite: CLIN 3608
This course is designed for those who will be utilizing rehabilitative procedures in conjunction with various modalities to augment their treatment and care program. Instruction on therapeutic/rehabilitative exercises as well as treatment protocols are covered. Also included are discussions on the use of thermotherapies and soft tissue work in conjunction with exercise. Required Curricula Class for NBCE PT Eligibility
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PUBH 5545 - Physiological Therapeutics Clinical Practicum - (Clinical Therapeutic & Rehabilitative Procedures)
(0-3-0)
Prerequisite: PUBH 5541 , PUBH 5543 (or MSHS 541 , MSHS 543 )
This course, coordinated via the C-HOP Rehabilitation Center, will afford the student an opportunity to apply the various rehabilitative procedures and therapeutic modalities to augment patient management. To successfully pass and complete this course, a minimum of 30 patient encounters is required. This 0 credit course will bill the same as 1 credit of tuition. Required Curricula Class (or PUBH 5850 ) for California and Ohio License Eligibility.
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PUBH 5600 - Exercise Physiology (MSHS 600 )
(4-0-3)
Prerequisite: CLIN 3609 (10th quarter student or above)
The study of the physiological responses and adaptations to exercise in terms of how they relate to human performance limitations, training effects and health-related benefits. Emphasis will be given to a study of the components of physical fitness. Exercise metabolism and nutrition will be covered.
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PUBH 5612 - Exercise Testing (MSHS 612 )
(3-2-3)
(Prerequisite: PUBH 5600 )
This course provides the study of the fundamental principles of exercise testing and prescription for healthy and diseased states. Ergometry commonly employed in human performance labs, clinical settings and health clubs will be evaluated. Topics discussed include medical screening, strength testing, power and flexibility, anaerobic and aerobic fitness assessment, body composition, exercise prescription and metabolic calculations.
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PUBH 5624 - Strength Training and Development (MSHS 624 )
(4-0-3)
Prerequisite: CLIN 3609 (10th quarter student or above)
This course examines the design and implementation of various types of resistance training programs, the underlying neuromuscular and physiological basis for various types of resistance training exercises, and the acute responses and chronic adaptations to resistance training exercise.
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PUBH 5642 - On-Field Emergency Care (MSHS 642 )
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: CLIN 3609 (10th quarter student or above)
This course offers the comprehensive study of the assessment and management of traumas and medical emergencies that occur in sports. The course focuses on the life-threatening conditions that occur to the head, neck, chest, abdomen and spinal cord. Physiological, environmental and physical processes that lead to these life-threatening injuries are examined.
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PUBH 5646 - Therapeutic Agents (MSHS 646 )
(3-2-3)
Prerequisite: CLIN 3609 (10th quarter student or above)
This course provides the study of selected physical agents commonly used in athletic training. Topics include hydrotherapy, massage, thermotherapy, cryotherapy and traction.
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PUBH 5648 - Principles of Therapeutic Exercise (MSHS 648 )
(4-0-3)
Prerequisite: CLIN 3609 (10th quarter student or above)
This course provides the study of the basic principles and techniques used to rehabilitate joints, muscles and other soft tissue conditions. This course is required in the special interest curricula and athletic training.
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PUBH 5850 - Physiological Therapeutics - Advanced Clinical Practicum
(0-150-0)
Prerequisite: PUBH 5541 , PUBH 5543 (or MSHS 541 , MSHS 543 )
This course, coordinated via the C-HOP Rehabilitation Center, will afford the student an opportunity to apply the various rehabilitative procedures and therapeutic modalities to augment patient management. To successfully pass and complete this course, a minimum of 150 hours of clinical physiological therapeutics practicum with 30 patient encounters is required. This 0 credit course will bill the same as 1 credit of tuition. Recommended Curricula Class for Maryland (can be also used for California or Ohio License Eligibility).
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PUBH 5865 - Pediatric Health Challenges
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: DIAG 3765 , PSYC 3605 , TECH 3850
This course provides the student with advanced information related to assessing more common presenting problems now being seen in chiropractic pediatrics. This class structure will encompass the many neurobehavioral as well as the physical challenges seen in a primary care, family-based chiropractic office. Students will become proficient in these topics and build their clinical reasoning skills through a multi-modal learning experience through learning chiropractic, neurological and functional rehabilitative treatment methods.
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RADD 1611 - Normal Radiographic Anatomy and Anomalies I
(1-1-1.5)
Prerequisite: ANAT 1607
This course presents a delineation of normal radiographic anatomy along with fundamental principles of interpretation with a primary focus on the spine. Students will learn to assess radiographic data in order to distinguish between normal radiographic findings and abnormal findings that may be indicative of underlying pathophysiological processes.
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RADD 2501 - X-ray Physics
(3-2-4)
This course will enable the student to acquire and then demonstrate knowledge of x-ray physics. This course covers the theory of x-ray production, photon properties, radiographic image resolution, x-ray systems and their components. Also included are the implementation of a radiographic facility in private practice, quality assurance, radiobiology and radiation safety practices.
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RADD 2612 - Normal Radiographic Anatomy and Anomalies II
(1-1-1.5)
Prerequisite: ANAT 1507 , RADD 1611
This course presents a delineation of normal radiographic anatomy along with fundamental principles of interpretation with a primary focus on extremities. Students will learn to assess radiographic data in order to distinguish between normal radiographic findings and abnormal findings that may be indicative of underlying pathophysiological processes.
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RADD 2711 - Skeletal Radiology A
(3-1-3.5)
Prerequisite: RADD 2612
This course encourages the development of a systematic and logical approach to the detection and evaluation of skeletal abnormalities via radiographic procedures. Interpretive skills are introduced that enable students to understand bone development and recognize basic radiographic signs and pathologies. Topics covered include bone anatomy and physiology, radiographic signs of bone and joint pathology, introduction to CT and MRI, metabolic bone diseases and extremity arthritis. Correlation to related clinical findings for assessment of chiropractic significance is stressed.
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RADD 2712 - Skeletal Radiology B
(2-1-2.5)
Prerequisite: RADD 2711
This course encourages the development of a systematic and logical approach to the detection and evaluation of skeletal abnormalities via radiographic procedures. Interpretive skills are reinforced that enable students to understand bone development and recognize basic radiographic signs and pathologies. Topics covered include review of rheumatoid type arthritis, skeletal tumors, osteomyelitis, avascular necrosis and Paget’s disease. Correlation to related clinical findings for assessment of chiropractic significance is stressed.
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RADD 3511 - Spinal X-Ray Positioning
(1-2-2)
Prerequisites: RADD 1611 , RADD 2501
This course provides the study of the technical aspects of safely conducting radiographic examinations, including measurement, positioning of the axial skeleton, technique factor selection, radiation protection and equipment set-up and operation. Emphasis is on the projections commonly used in chiropractic practice. Students are required to demonstrate proficiency in the techniques of full spine positioning.
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RADD 3512 - Extra Spinal X-Ray Positioning
(0-2-1)
Prerequisites: RADD 2501 , RADD 2612
This course completes a student’s study of osseous radiographic positioning. Radiographic positioning of the appendicular skeleton is studied in detail, as are film size, collimation, immobilization, patient shielding and film marking. Students are required to demonstrate proficiency in the techniques of extremity positioning.
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RADD 3620 - Radiology Report Writing
(1-2-1)
Prerequisites: PATH 2542 , RADD 2712
This class is designed to give the student the experience of composing written narrative reports with a primary focus on learning the basics of writing a detailed and accurate radiology report. Emphasis will be placed on appropriate format and language usage within the report’s heading, body, impressions and recommendations sections. The radiological reports will be written on a variety of normal and abnormal cases, exposing the student to diverse pathologic processes. Emphasis on recognition of normal versus abnormal anatomy is also stressed.
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RADD 3701 - Radiographic Quality and Critique
(1-1-1)
Prerequisites: RADD 2712 , RADD 3511 , RADD 3512 , RADD 3620
This course is a review and an expansion to the radiographic quality knowledge base. This course will provide instruction on an approach for determining the merits of a radiographic film/series’ quality and demonstrate the means for related critique toward the constant improvement of radiographic procedures in an office setting. Emphasis is directed toward the demonstration, identification and causes of radiographic errors and artifacts. Discussions on the formulation of a technique chart and the quality of anatomical structures are included.
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RADD 3713 - Skeletal Radiology C
(2-1-2.5)
Prerequisite: RADD 2712
This course continues the development of a systematic and logical approach to the detection and evaluation of skeletal abnormalities via radiographic procedures, including advanced imaging. Interpretive skills are reinforced that enable students to understand bone development and recognize basic radiographic signs and pathologies. Topics covered include roentgenometrics, radiographic congenital anomalies, review of extremity degenerative and inflammatory arthritic disorders, and spinal degenerative arthritis, including DISH and spinal neuropathic arthritis. Correlation to related clinical findings for assessment of chiropractic significance is stressed.
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RADD 3714 - Skeletal Radiology D
(2-1-2.5)
Prerequisite: RADD 3713
This course continues the development of a systematic and logical approach to the detection and evaluation of skeletal abnormalities via radiographic procedures, including advanced imaging. Interpretive skills are reinforced that enable students to recognize basic radiographic signs and pathologies. Topics covered include inflammatory spinal arthritis, scoliosis, hematological disorders, skeletal dysplasias and skeletal trauma, including upper and lower extremity fractures and spine trauma. Correlation to related clinical findings for assessment of chiropractic significance is stressed.
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RADD 3717 - Soft Tissue Radiology A
(2-1-2.5)
Prerequisite: RADD 3714
This course provides a logical approach to the detection and evaluation of chest abnormalities via radiographic procedures, including plain film and advanced imaging. Interpretive skills are reinforced that enable students to understand and recognize basic radiographic signs and pulmonary/mediastinal pathologies. Topics covered include chest radiographic technology, pulmonary and mediastinal anatomy, pulmonary radiographic signs of airspace and interstitial disease, as well as acute pulmonary infections and pulmonary cavitation. Correlation to related clinical findings for assessment of chiropractic significance is stressed.
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RADD 3718 - Soft Tissue Radiology B
(3-1-3.5)
Prerequisite: RADD 3717
This course continues a logical approach to the detection and evaluation of chest and abdominal abnormalities via radiographic procedures, including plain film and advanced imaging. Interpretive skills are reinforced that enable students to understand and recognize basic radiographic signs and pulmonary/mediastinal and plain film abdominal pathologies. Topics covered include bronchial disorders; occupational/inhalational lung disease; chronic granulomatous lung disease; pulmonary tumors both primary and metastatic; COPD; pneumothorax; diseases of the pleura mediastinum and diaphragm; pulmonary circulatory disorders, including pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary edema and thromboembolic disease; cardiac disorders, including cyanotic and noncyanotic heart disease; and plain film abdomen, including calcifications and ileus. Correlation to related clinical findings for assessment of chiropractic significance is stressed.
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RADD 4820 - Advanced Imaging
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: RADD 3718
This course presents information concerning advanced imaging for the detection and evaluation of musculoskeletal and other conditions. Techniques covered include Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), Diagnostic Ultrasound (DUS), Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Electron Beam Tomography (EBT), Bone Densitometry, Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography. The objective of the course is to provide a basic understanding of the various techniques, their clinical indications, contraindications and usefulness in a clinical setting.
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RSCH 2501 - Introduction to Research Methods
(2-0-2)
A course designed for the discussion of classic and current scientific investigations in the field of Chiropractic, which acquaints students with scientific methods and design for clinical, health promotion and wellness studies.
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RSCH 3601 - Research Methods and Design
(2-0-2)
Prerequisite: RSCH 2501
A course designed for the further discussion of classic and current scientific investigations in the field of Chiropractic. Students participate in discovering scientific methods, including issues related to the safety of human participants in research by designing qualitative and quantitative studies related to chiropractic and clinical conditions, health promotion or wellness. Students construct a research design proposal using a standard format.
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RSCH 4801 - Senior Case Presentation
(1-0-1)
Prerequisite: RSCH 3601
The student will prepare a clinical case study. The selection of an appropriate clinical case, a thorough review of the elements of a case study report, how to review the appropriate literature for the reference selections and the systematic construction of the report will be covered in a combination lecture and self-study format. Students participate in research methodology seminar and are required to prepare a written, referenced case study suitable for publication.
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RSCH 5686 - Individual Research Study
(0-12-6 cr )
Prerequisite: RSCH 3601 , Instructor’s Approval
This course provides the student an opportunity to conduct a research project and write a scientific paper in a specific area of interest under the direction of a faculty member. This course is used by the students who have been accepted into the “Research Track.” This research course may be taken in place of specific chiropractic practice management credits from 1-6 credits with an approved research mentor under the auspices of the Office of Sponsored Research and Scholarly Activity.
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RSCH 5701 - Advance Research Study
(0-20-10 cr )
Prerequisite: RSCH 5686 , Instructor’s Approval
This course provides the student a continued opportunity to conduct a research project and write a scientific paper in a specific area of interest under the direction of a faculty member. This course is generally used by the students who have been accepted into the “Research Track.” This research course may be taken as a general elective (outside of the Research Track) credits from 1-10 credits with an approved research mentor under the auspices of the Office of Sponsored Research and Scholarly Activity.
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SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology
(5-0-5)
The study of human social behavior. The course will address with social and cultural aspects of the emergence, maintenance, modification, and adjustment of human groups.
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SPN 111 - Spanish I
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisites: TSE 099 and TSR 099 if required)
Introduction to listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish and to the culture of Spanish-speaking regions. Emphasis is on correct Spanish pronunciation, basic conversation skills and reading texts within a limited vocabulary range. Not open to native speakers of Spanish.
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SPN 112 - Spanish II
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisites: One year of high school Spanish or SPN 111 or the equivalent.)
Continued listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish with further study of the culture of Spanish-speaking regions. Emphasis is on strengthening the reading, writing, speaking and listening skills of the beginning student. Not open to native speakers of Spanish.
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SHS 102 - Personal Health and Fitness
(2-0-2)
This course introduces students to health topics and issues. A discussion of diet, exercise and risk taking behavior as lifestyle factors related to health will be presented. Students will evaluate their own lifestyle and health status throughout the quarter.
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SHS 105 - Foundations of Exercise Science
(5-0-5)
Students will develop skills that will help them become leaders in the area of fitness and will be exposed to ideas that will enable them to become entrepreneurs in the fitness field. Through class discussion and group work, students will develop their communications skills, such as effective listening, empathy to foster professional fitness relationships with their peers. Students will be exposed to a range of exercise principles that should help them reach higher levels of physical performance and health success.
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SHS 142 - First Aid and CPR
(1-2-2)
This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury of sudden illness until advanced medical help arrives. In addition the different choice of first aid, CPR and AED courses and injury-control will meet the various training needs of those in workplace, school or community settings.
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SHS 300 - Exercise Physiology I
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisites: BIO 112 , CHM 111)
This course addresses the energy transfer in the body at rest and during exercise. In addition, the physiological responses and adaptations to exercise relative to human performance, limitations and training effects will be examined. The three areas of concentration in this class will be: metabolic pathways, energy for physical activity and physiological systems of energy delivery and utilization.
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SHS 312 - Exercise Testing & Prescription
(4-2-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 300 )
This course is designed to teach students the fundamental principles of exercise testing and prescription for healthy and various disease populations. Ergometry commonly employed in human performance labs, clinical settings and health clubs will be evaluated. Topics discussed include medical screening, strength testing, evaluation of anaerobic and aerobic power, flexibility, exercise prescription (metabolic equations) and body composition.
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SHS 320 - Health Coaching
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
Health coaching may be one of the most effective, innovative models today in preventive healthcare and wellness. Students in this class will be exposed to the principles of health coaching, incorporating health education and risk management. Students will learn how to provide a behavioral framework for lifestyle changes of their clients that will reduce the clients’ risk of chronic disease. Emphasis in this class will be on the how rather than the why of changing behavior. Finally, students will learn to design a health maintenance plan (health promotion plan) targeted to their client’s personal health behaviors and risk factors.
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SHS 321 - Integrative Medicine
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
Healthcare is being transformed by a community of “non-traditional” professionals previously called alternative practitioners. This class will explore the pros and cons of various CAM Therapies, using an evidenced based model with a review of the scientific literature when available. In addition, the educational and licensing requirements of those practicing the therapies will be discussed. Included in this class will be a discussion of botanicals (herbs) and other dietary supplements.
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SHS 322 - Introduction to Public Health
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
This course introduces basic concepts, strategies and methods of public health promotion and disease prevention by utilizing programs in the public and private sector. This class will examine the structure of the health system, current topics in health care reform, the policy process, and advocacy for public health.
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SHS 323 - Fundamentals & Concepts of Homeopathy
2-0-2
(Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
As more and more consumers become aware of the hazards and side effects of synthetic drugs, they are looking for alternatives. The number of patients using homeopathy in the United States is estimated to have increased 500% in the last 7 years (Ann. Intern. Med.; 138:393-399). This class will discuss homeopathy’s history and evolution as well as explore ways health care providers are using clinical homeopathy to complement care. The student will practice using the Repertory and Meteria Medica as well as learn the difference between pre-formulated complexes and personalized complexes.
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SHS 324 - Fundamentals & Concepts of Chiropractic
2-0-2
Prerequisite: PSY 101 )
The NIH refers to Chiropractic as an alternative medical system because it “takes a different approach from standard medicine in treating health problems”. This class will discuss the differences by focusing on the basic concepts of chiropractic which centers on the belief that the body has a powerful self-healing ability. This class will give students an overview of chiropractic including basic philosophical concepts, history of the profession, research challenges, and relationship to health and use of chiropractic in the athletic professions.
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SHS 330 - Current Trends in Physical Fitness
(1-2-2)
(Prerequisite: SHS 102 , or SHS 105 , or SHS 300 )
This course presents the investigation and exploration of selected topics and problems in exercise science. As they are related to the current issues, practices and science of athletic performance, fitness and health.
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SHS 340 - Introduction to Sport Injury Management
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 105 or SHS 300 , or any anatomy and physiology course)
This course presents the study of modern principles in the prevention, care, treatment, rehabilitation and management of athletic related injuries and illnesses.
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SHS 341 - Spinal Cord Injuries and Exercise
2-0-2
(Prerequisite: BIO 112)
The class is an introduction to Spinal Cord Injury and the physiological responses to different exercise modalities after Spinal Cord Injury.
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SHS 370 - Kinesiology
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: BIO 112 )
This course presents the study of the anatomical and kinesiological principles of human movement. Topics include applied anatomy, movement terminology, muscle mechanics and function. Emphasis is on the qualitative analysis of human movement in sport.
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SHS 400 - Exercise Physiology II
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 300 )
This course examines the principles of physiology with special emphasis on the application on the application of physiological findings to practical problems related to human activity. Also included are a detailed review of body composition, energy balance and weight control and a discussion of the role of exercise in successful aging and disease prevention.
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SHS 401 - Current Trends Weight Management
2-0-2
(Prerequisites: SHS 320 or SHS 400 , or NTR 300 )
This course is designed for students that have already been exposed to basic concepts of energy balance and weight control. By employing an evidenced based approach to evaluating the various weight management/weight loss programs, students will gain a greater understanding of the complexities of weight control and at the conclusion of the class should be better able to assist their clients in their weight management goals.
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SHS 402 - Motor Learning and Development
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 300 )
In this course the students should gain knowledge of the principles of performance of motor skills to include information processing and the functional properties of the motor system. Topics include the process of skilled motor performance and motor skill acquisition.
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SHS 406 - Sports and Exercise Nutrition
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 300 or NTR 306)
The purpose of this course is to address the energy transfer in the body during exercise; the macronutrients’ contribution and need in physical performance; the role vitamins and minerals play in physical performance; and hydration status and fluid needs of the athlete. Pharmacological and nutritional ergogenic aids in physical performance; eating disorders, female athlete triad, weight control issues (loss and gain), and some of the facts and fallacies associated with sports nutrition will also be discussed.
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SHS 410 - ECG and Exercise Stress Testing
(4-2-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 300 )
This course is designed to provide students with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to conduct and interpret the wide variety of diagnostic exercise tests commonly used in clinical practice.
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SHS 412 - Exercise Biochemistry
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 406 )
This course presents the basic biochemistry and molecular aspects of movement. By integrating and interpreting biochemistry and physiology of human physical activity, students will be able to explain the mechanisms behind some of the current concepts in exercise training.
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SHS 420 - Scientific Principles of Strength Training and Conditioning
(4-2-5)
(Prerequisites: SHS 300 , SHS 370 )
The study of designing and implementing individualized exercise prescriptions for athletic conditioning or physical fitness development. Development of skills required in conducting and implementing programs designed for aerobic power, body composition, flexibility and muscular strength.
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SHS 426 - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 410 )
This course is designed to provide students with the theoretical knowledge and clinical practices necessary to manage a cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program, such as program implementation and operation.
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SHS 428 - Clinical Exercise Physiology
(4-2-5)
(Prerequisites: SHS 312 )
This course is a detailed study of applied exercise physiology for the exercise specialist/technologist who is responsible for the development of an exercise prescription for patients with various diseases in the following areas: Neuromuscular Disorders (stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, Spinal Cord Dysfunction, Post polio & Guillain Barre’ Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, Peripheral Neuropathy) Musculoskeletal Conditions (Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Back Pain, Vertebral Disorder, Amputation), Neoplastic, Immunologic and Hematologic Conditions; Coronary Artery or Valvular heart disease, metabolic syndrome, endocrine disorders, heart failure, implanted cardiac device therapy, peripheral arterial disease, stroke, chronic renal disease, chronic obstructive lung disease, asthma, and other issues with the elderly patient while taking into account co-morbidities.
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SHS 431 - Health Coaching Field Work I
2-0-2
(Prerequisite: Faculty approval)
A supervised practical experience on the campus of Life University or in the local community in the area of health coaching. The student will complete a total of 60 hours (30 hours of clock time per credit hour).
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SHS 441 - Health Coaching Field Work
(1-0-1)
(Prerequisite: SHS 431 )
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to practice, apply and master additional skills gained in SHS 431. Experiences will include additional health coaching observations and documentation of health coaching counseling sessions.
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SHS 442 - Health Coaching Field Work
(2-0-2)
(Prerequisite: SHS 431 )
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to practice, apply and master additional skills gained in SHS 431. Experiences will include additional health coaching observations and documentation of health coaching counseling sessions.
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SHS 443 - Health Coaching Field Work
(3-0-3)
(Prerequisite: SHS 431 )
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to practice, apply and master additional skills gained in SHS 431. Experiences will include additional health coaching observations and documentation of health coaching counseling sessions.
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SHS 444 - Health Coaching Field Work
(4-0-4)
(Prerequisite: SHS 431 )
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to practice, apply and master additional skills gained in SHS 431. Experiences will include additional health coaching observations and documentation of health coaching counseling sessions.
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SHS 445 - Health Coaching Field Work
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisite: SHS 431 )
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to practice, apply and master additional skills gained in SHS 431. Experiences will include additional health coaching observations and documentation of health coaching counseling sessions.
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SHS 472 - Biomechanics
(5-0-5)
(Prerequisites: SHS 370 , PHS 111 )
This course presents the study of the anatomical and the biomechanical principles of human movement. Topics include applied anatomy, movement terminology, muscle mechanics and function. Emphasis is on the qualitative analysis of human movement in sport.
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SHS 486 - Individual Study
(1-5)
(Prerequisites: Faculty approval)
This course provides the student with an opportunity to conduct a research project, write a scientific paper and prepare teaching and resource manuals in a specific area of interest under the direction of a faculty member.
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