Health Program
Kinesiology Program
[Course Descriptions]
This program of study aims to prepare qualified individuals
for positions as health education specialists with public
schools, as well as a variety of community health settings.
The qualified health educator has a good understanding of
(1) people and factors which influence their learning; (2)
purposes, principles, methods, and techniques of the communicative
arts (writing, speaking, teaching, group work); and (3) community
organization. The goal of the health education specialist
is more effective interpretation of health activities and
health information so that greater understanding, more intelligent
participation, and better attitudes and behavior will result
among people.
While the primary purpose of this program is to prepare
students to function as teachers or as staff members, experienced
individuals in the field of public health may qualify for
positions such as health education coordinators in medical
services (health maintenance organization, nursing homes,
hospitals, physicians' offices, etc.), comprehensive health
planning, communication, and administrators of public health
education.
The student's knowledge in all areas of course work, exclusive
of thesis, will be evaluated during the comprehensive examination.
Scores for either the Graduate Record Examination or the Miller
Analogies Test must be submitted before students are admitted
to Graduate Studies.
A student majoring in Health may choose from: Master of
Arts, Plan I; Master of Arts, Plan II; and Master of Education,
Plan II.
Master of Arts, Plan I (thesis option)
Under this thirty-six semester hour plan, the student will
take thirty semester hours of course work in Health (or approved
electives) and six semester hours of thesis work. The work
will be divided as follows:
- Twelve hour core curriculum including three hours of
research and three hours of statistics.
- Six hours of field work preparation and field work experience
with an approved health agency or organization.
- Six hours of thesis work.
- Additional graduate work to complete thirty-six hours.
Master of Arts, Plan II (non-thesis option)
Under this thirty-six semester hour plan, the student will
take all course work in Health (or approved electives). These
hours will be divided as follows:
- Twelve hour core curriculum including three hours of
research and three hours of statistics.
- Six hours field work preparation and field work experience
with an approved health agency or organization.
- Additional graduate work to complete thirty-six hours.
Master of Education, Plan II. This plan is designed
specifically for secondary school teachers and the course
work should be distributed as follows: (1) eighteen to twenty-four
hours in a teaching field(s) for secondary school teachers
for which the student has eighteen or more undergraduate hours
and the University offers sufficient graduate course work,
(2) twelve to eighteen hours of Education.
The Health courses taken under this plan should consist
of three hours of research, three hours of statistics, and
additional courses approved by a graduate advisor.
SENIOR COURSES OPEN TO GRADUATE STUDENTS
Selected 400-level offerings may be applied toward graduate
degree with prior approval from the coordinator of the Health
Program. Consult the undergraduate catalogue for course descriptions.
GRADUATE COURSES
HEALTH COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
HED 531 FOUNDATIONS OF COMMUNITY
HEALTH. The epidemiological and biostatistical method
of investigating health problems. Includes historical and
philosophical foundations of community health with an orientation
to current health programs and problems.
HED 532 HUMAN ECOLOGY. A study
of the major factors which determine health or illness, including
how populations respond to various determinants of health
including lifestyle, heredity, environment, and health care
resources.
HED 533 COLLOQUIUM IN HUMAN SEXUALITY.
A study of all the factors influencing growth and development.
Consideration of the special problems of developing family
life and sex education programs in the schools.
HED 534 COLLOQUIUM IN THE USE AND
ABUSE OF DRUGS. Value education approach to the prevention
of drug use and abuse. Personal, family, community and school
factors influencing drug use. Origins and derivations of drugs.
The mental, emotional, physical, social and genetic results
from the use of drugs will be analyzed.
HED 538 COLLOQUIUM IN CONSUMER HEALTH
EDUCATION. The study of consumer goods and services as
related to the health of individuals, their family and their
community. Also includes marketing principles for health promotion
and current health care bioethical issues.
HED 560 COMMUNICATION THEORY AND
PRACTICE FOR COMMUNITY EDUCATORS. A laboratory experience
built around research on motivation concepts, the influence
of perception, attitudes and values on behavior, on directing
change, diffusion patterns, group discussion and decision
making, and interviewing techniques. Attention given to the
selection, use, and evaluation of media, materials, visual
aids, press, radio, mass media, etc.
HED 561 THEORY AND PRACTICE IN HEALTH
EDUCATION. A study of the history, philosophy, and practices
of Health Education. Exploration and application of behavioral
science concepts and methodologies to community health education
and inservice training of health professionals. Case studies
and other practice models will be used.
*HED 563 LEADERSHIP IN HEALTH PROMOTION
AND SPORT MANAGEMENT. This course is designed for the
individual who will assume some type of supervisory position
in health promotion or sport management. The focal point of
this course involves exposure to administrative skills which
need to be improved in order to complete the necessary act
of leadership.
HED 565 AGING AND HEALTH PROMOTION.
A discussion of health promotion issues for the elderly including
physical assessment, chronic care, health care maintenance,
psychological adaptation, nutrition, and other current topics.
HED 574 RESEARCH SEMINAR. A
study is made of research techniques, identification of problems,
research designs and data gathering procedures pertinent to
the field of health.
HED 575 STATISTICAL DESIGN IN HEALTH
AND KINESIOLOGY. Principles of advanced statistical techniques
and measurement theory with emphasis upon their application
to health, kinesiology, and related areas will be presented.
HED 577 INDEPENDENT STUDIES.
The student with specific interest and background experience
in a specialized area will have the opportunity to apply theoretical
concepts in a laboratory situation. He/she may have practical
experiences in a clinic, agency, special school or other types
of institutions. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department
Chair.
HED 696 HEALTH PROGRAM PLANNING:
PRE-INTERNSHIP. A comprehensive review of the components
of health program planning with emphasis on the socioeconomical,
cultural, and political factors that influence the health
status of a community. Emphasis is focused on a comprehensive
approach to health program planning models.
HED 697 INTERNSHIP IN HEALTH EDUCATION.
Field experience in an approved setting for health education:
medical, community, school, or workplace under the supervision
of a qualified health educator or approved preceptor.
HED 698 THESIS. This phase of
the thesis investigation includes the completion of the review
of the related literature, formulation of the research design
and procedures and related pilot studies. Some data collection
may also occur, and the thesis symposium must be completed
to the satisfaction of the advisor and members of the thesis
committee.
HED 699 THESIS. This phase of
the thesis work includes the completion of the data collection,
as well as the actual writing and defense of the thesis.
*Subject to action by the Board of Regents, The Texas
State University System, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
Board.
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