Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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Course Descriptions COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Chandler-Gilbert Community College Catalog & Student Handbook 2018-2019 For the most current information regarding course descriptions, log on to www.maricopa.edu/academic/ccta. 343 WED - Wellness Education WED100 / 2 CREDIT / 2 PERIODS PERSONAL WELLNESS Overview of wellness and its relationship to personal health. Understanding of personal wellness through lifestyle assessments. Introduction to wellness and health-related topics including fitness, relationships, nutrition, self care, abusive behaviors, mind/ body connection, and other current issues in health. Prerequisites: None. WED121 / 1 CREDIT / 2 PERIODS PHYSICAL CONDITIONING FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS Physical fitness necessary for current and prospective massage therapists. Includes physical fitness and workout techniques as related to performing massage therapy; individual conditioning strategies, and basic nutritional guidelines. Prerequisites: None. WED144 / 3 CREDITS / 5 PERIODS STRATEGIES IN DIABETES MANAGEMENT Introduction to strategies in diabetes mellitus management and prevention for individuals diagnosed with diabetes and their caretakers. Includes a physical activity component. Prerequisites: None. WED151 / 3 CREDITS / 3 PERIODS INTRODUCTION TO ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE Definition of health; exploration of mind- body-spirit connection in health; various therapeutic modalities; identification of strengths and limitations of alternative therapies. Also includes development of ability to critically review written material in the alternative therapy area. Prerequisites: None. WED156 / 1 CREDIT / 1 PERIOD HUMOR AND PLAY Physiological, psychological, emotional, and intellectual effects of humor and play; suggestions for planning periods of play and incorporating it into one's life. Prerequisites: None. WED162 / 1 CREDIT / 1 PERIOD MEDITATION AND WELLNESS Physiology of meditation and its effects on physical and mental health; scholastic abilities and interpersonal relationships; differentiation between meditation and other relaxation techniques. Prerequisites: None. WED165 / 2 CREDITS / 2 PERIODS OVERVIEW OF MASSAGE THERAPY History of massage; overview of bodywork systems; benefits and indications of massage; legal requirements for practice in Arizona. Prerequisites: None.