Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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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. 344 WED170 / 1 CREDIT / 1 PERIOD PRINCIPLES OF HOMEOPATHY Origins of homeopathy; key concepts; perceptions of disease; schools of homeopathy; scientific studies; preparation of remedies; case taking. Prerequisites: None. WED172 / 1 CREDIT / 1 PERIOD OVERVIEW OF HERBAL REMEDIES History and evolution of herbs for healing applications. Preparation, usage, and effects of certain herbs used for healing purposes. Basic literature review skills in the area of herbal medicine. Prerequisites: None. WED176 / 1 CREDIT / 1 PERIOD FLOWER ESSENCES Healing properties of Bach flower remedies; Bach's development of remedies and his philosophy of healing; use and preparation of a variety of flower essences. Prerequisites: None. WED182 / 2 CREDITS / 2 PERIODS HEALTH CONDITIONS AND POPULAR HERBS In-depth look at some of today's most popular herbs and their relationship to specific health conditions. Emphasis on research skills in relation to popular herbs. Includes the effects, uses, and application strategies of herbs. Prerequisites: None. WED172 suggested but not required. WED210 / 2 CREDITS / 3 PERIODS SPORTS MASSAGE Purpose, benefits, and contraindications of sports massage; principles of sports physiology; massage techniques, applications, and procedures; treatment of injuries. Prerequisites: WED165 and WED230, or permission of Program Director. WED215 / 2 CREDITS / 5 PERIODS SELF-CARE FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS Emphasis on mind-body methods for personal wellness through integration of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of being. Development of a personal practice to achieve and sustain a balanced program to support personal health and well being. Prerequisites: None. WED218 / 1 CREDIT / 1 PERIOD AROMATHERAPY Physiology of aromatherapy; methods of use; preparation of oils; uses in sports, beauty care, massage, child care, health care, at work, and in the home. Prerequisites: None. WED230 / 6 CREDITS / 9 PERIODS THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE PRACTICES I Principles of professionalism, ethics, and legalities. Includes use of terminology related to massage therapy. Applications, indications, and contraindications of the nine strokes of Swedish massage. Study of the human osseous and muscular structure. Emphasis