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• KHSS 411: Physical Fitness Appraisal

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Involves the selection, administration, and interpretation of various tests for appraising the physical fitness levels of individuals. Information given concerning the various fitness components, and discussions held so that each student gains an understanding of the variables to be tested. Prerequisite:    KHSS 343 with a grade of C or better
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• KHSS 413: Physical Activity and Aging Across the Lifespan

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Presents major aspects of physical activity, its importance to the older adult, and the organization of an activity program. Attention to physiology of physical activity, effects of activity on growth and aging, exercise prescription, flexibility, overweight and obesity, and motivational strategies. Prerequisite:    KHSS 343 with a grade of C or better
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• KHSS 414: Exercise Electrocardiography

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  An introduction to the basic concepts of electrocardiography (ECG), including an understandingof electrophysiology, electrode lead placement, both rhythm strips and 12-lead interpretation. Utilizing electrocardiograms, students will also be able to recognize normal and abnormal rhythms including ECG abnormalities brought about by exercise. ECG changes resulting from Graded Exercise Testing will also be evaluated. Prerequisite:    PESP-EXSC majors and KHSS 343 with a grade of C or better
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• KHSS 415: Lifestyle Behavior Management for Physical Activity

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Examines a variety of strategies necessary to modify health behavior with an emphasis on physical activity. Focus is placed on development of skills necessary to work with clients/patients in group leadership and group-process activities in order to assess and assist with behavior change for both the apparently healthy and those with multi-faceted chronic disease as it relates to physical activity. Prerequisite:    KHSS 343 and 375 with a grade "C" or better
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• KHSS 416: Functional Training for Strength and Conditioning

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Focuses on comparing and contrasting the scientific principles associated with traditional strength training and functional strength training techniques. Examines a variety of new techniques found in the fitness and sport performance industry and provide practical experience for the students in both traditional and functional strength training techniques. Prerequisite:    KHSS 343 and 375 with a C or better
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• KHSS 417: Contemporary Issues in School and Community Health

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Title: Contemporary Issues in School and Community HealthProvides pedagogical strategies relevant to educators in school and community healtheducation settings. Assist students in identifying, analyzing, promoting and evaluatingrecent developments and issues in health.
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• KHSS 418: Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription

  4.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Assesses health-related physical fitness using laboratory and field tests to measure the physical fitness levels of apparently healthy sedentary adults and physically active individuals. Develops skills and knowledge needed to prepare individualized exercise programs. Acquires skills to complete health risk assessments and medical history acquisition. Applies fitness assessment skills, define fitness levels, body composition, flexibility, and strength. Provides knowledge to take the assessment data and write exercise prescriptions to improve the health of participants. Demonstrates information literacy and critical thinking skills. PREREQUISITE: Exercise Science Major or Exercise Science Minor or completion of KHSS 343, Physiology of Exercise with a C or better.
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• KHSS 419: Emergency Care and Water Safety

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Examines necessary skills that an educator should use to mitigate safety risks and to respond to emergencies in multiple environments with an emphasis on the natatorium. Involves learning to teach children and adults basic swimming and water safety skills. Provides the opportunity to earn CPR/AED/First Aid and Water Safety Instruction certifications.
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• KHSS 420: Health Education and Promotion at the Workplace

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Addresses basic issues and problems in planning, implementing, and evaluating healtheducation programming in a variety of school and work-site settings. Explores agencies andprograms focused on advocacy of health education services. Emphasizes knowledge andpractical skills required to become a certified health education specialist. Prerequisite:    KHSS 325 or instructor permission.
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• KHSS 426: Health Science Instruction

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  An overview of health curriculum with a focus on middle school and high school health education teaching methods and media of instruction. Includes unit development, opportunities for classroom instruction, and guidelines for maintaining professional growth. Explores current research in classroom techniques, motivational strategies, and assessment of student learning within a diverse population. Prerequisite:    KHSS 316 and admission to Teacher Education Program
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