Minnesota teacher licensure requirements, which affect the area of health education, require a full health education major for licensure. The courses included in the health education minor will provide fundamental studies but will not fully qualify an individual for teaching licensure in the area of health education.
What will I learn?
You will learn to listen, think critically, and be knowledgeable in Health Education.
HPE 2175
Anatomy of Human Movement
The course examines the anatomical structures of human movement. Though basic knowledge of respiratory, endocrine, digestive, integument and urinary systems will be covered, emphasis is placed on understanding the functional anatomy. A majority of the study will be of the circulatory, neuromuscular, skeletal and articular systems and their relationship to human movement, exercise and sport. The course is designed as a complementary course to the mechanics of human movement known as Biomechanics.
HPE 2005
First Aid and Personal Safety
Skills and knowledge necessary to give aid to victims of trauma or sudden illness. Red Cross first aid and CPR certifications available.
BIO 3157
Human Anatomy
A study of the structure of the cells, tissues and organs of the various organ systems of the human body. Included are the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, respiratory, digestive, circulator, nervous, endocrine, excretory and reproductive systems. A $200 laboratory fee required.
BIO 1011
Principles of Biology I
A foundational course for science and preprofessional majors that includes introductory molecular and cellular structure and function, cellular and species continuity and introductory physiology. Intended for biochemistry, biology, engineering, health sciences, kinesiology, mathematics education, nursing or physical education majors or coaching minors. A $200 laboratory fee required.
EPH 4355
School Health Education Methods
A study of the organization and administration of the complete school health program, including healthful school living, health services and health science instruction. Health problems and their implications for instructional methods and materials for teaching health.
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