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• HEA 378: Respiratory Technology

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Study of the equipment utilized in the delivery of respiratory care.
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• HEA 379: Hemodynamics I

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  An in-depth study of monitoring and evaluation, techniques including modules on cardiopulmonary physiology, electrocardiographic monitoring, and hemodynamic monitoring. Interpretation and application data is emphasized. Appropriate lab experience is included.
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• HEA 380: Clinical Practice I

  6.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  An introduction to clinical respiratory care consisting of rotations through patient care areas followed by discussion of experiences and correlation to didactic work.
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• HEA 400: Cardiopulmonary Concepts

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  The scope of this course is divided into four modules. The first module will include an overview of hemodynamic monitoring as it pertains to anatomy and physiology, the cardiac conduction system, and coronary artery disease. The second module will include an introduction to electrocardiogram interpretation. This module will introduce the student to different rhythm strips and will provide an opportunity to interpret different rhythms. The third module will cover basic hemodynamic monitoring, as it pertains to waveforms and pressures and their importance and relevance in the critical care setting. This module will also review invasive cardiac procedures and their place in the critical care setting. The fourth module will include a discussion about pacemakers and implantable cardioverter devices and an in-depth look at arterial lines, as well as a lab.
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• HEA 410: Mental Health

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Designed to aid persons in improving their understanding of themselves and others. Emphasis on ways to recognize mental health problems.
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• HEA 418: Preparation for Internship and for Professional Practice Seminar

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the public health internship experience and implementation of a major project at the practice site. This preparation will include a comprehensive and integrated application of the BS-PH curriculum in the development of the major project plan that will be completed during the internship. Prerequisite:    HEA 418 requires prerequisites of HEA 242, HEA 341, HEA 342, HEA 419, and HEA 140. Students must also be a Public Health major with at least a 2.50 cumulative GPA.
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• HEA 419: Research Methods in Health

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will give students an introduction to research issues in the health professions. Students will gain an understanding of the reasons for research, designing research studies, research techniques, principles of instrumentation, data interpretation, and data presentation.
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• HEA 420: Health Marketing and Communications

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will emphasize the communications and marketing skills needed to develop, implement, and promote a wide variety of public health programs. Critical and analytical thinking skills are emphasized as students prepare a professional health communication campaign. Prerequisite:    HEA 420 requires a prerequisite of HEA 242 and a prerequisite or corequisite of HEA 342.
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• HEA 421: Public Health Internship

  3.00 - 12.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  A practical, capstone, full-time or part-time work experience in a hospital, public health agency, or company, jointly supervised by an on-site supervisor and a public health faculty member. Prerequisite:    HEA 421 requires a prerequisite of HEA 418, completion and signature on transcript review form, and approval of faculty advisor.
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• HEA 425: Independent Study

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Contact department for more information about this course.
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