HLTH 1560 - Health and Lifestyle Management

4.5 Credits

Students explore a whole-person approach to health and well-being, integrating foundational concepts with practical, collaborative skills. This course is designed for aspiring health and wellness coaches and allied health professionals seeking to empower patients and clients to take an active role in their well-being. Through a focus on the six dimensions of wellness, students learn to partner with individuals, help them navigate complex health information, and explore sustainable lifestyle choices and evidence-based approaches that support the management of chronic disease.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Understand and apply a whole-person perspective on health and well-being.
Apply evidence-based behavioral models to explore the role of lifestyle in stress management and emotional well-being.
Analyze lifestyle factors and behavioral models to address topics related to nutrition and healthy weight.
Apply a collaborative framework to discuss the role of lifestyle in supporting the management of chronic conditions.
Use empathetic communication to explore topics related to healthy relationships, sexuality, and social well-being.
Critically evaluate health information and analyze how community and consumer factors influence well-being.
Synthesize foundational knowledge and behavioral models to propose a wellness program and reflect on its application to a future professional role.

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