HEALTH EDUCATION (HED)




HED 5650. Drug Education and Prevention/(3).F;S.
The primary focus of this course is to introduce
the complexities of drug-related issues. The
social, psychological, pharmacological, cultural,
educational and political aspects of drug use,
including alcohol and tobacco, are examined. In
addition, the methods, materials and theories of
drug abuse prevention in the school and community
are discussed. (Dual-listed with HED 4650.)




HED 5710. Teaching Sex Education Within a Family
Context/(3).F.
This course is designed to help health educators
learn and develop strategies for teaching family
living and sexuality to different age groups such
as elementary, middle grades, secondary and
adults. Topics to be included are reproductive
anatomy, physiology, STD and AIDS, varying
cultural differences, and gaining community
support. Each student will be responsible for
developing appropriate curricular materials for
the age group he or she will be teaching. (Same as 
HPC 5700.) (Dual-listed with HED 4710.)
         


HED 5730. Teaching Stress Management and Emotional
Health/(3).S.
This course will explore the factors associated
with the development of emotional health and the
management of stress as a basis for understanding
the healthy personality. Emphasis will be directed
towards teaching stress management and emotional
health within an educational setting. Practical
aspects of health education and program planning
will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to
deepen their commitment to affective teaching by
applying the principles of self-esteem building,
behavior self-management, communication, and 
accessing appropriate resources. (Dual-listed with
HED 4730.)