HHP1102 — Introduction to Health & Human Performance
This course is an introduction to health care delivery systems, associated career opportunities, and related trends. It examines the industry as a whole and the integration of services and professions, emphasizing rehabilitative therapy and strength and conditioning. Students explore career choices, including educational requirements, job outlooks, governing agencies, occupational requirements, pay ranges, professional needs, and employer expectations. This course will also include orientation into OSHA guidelines and infection control and introduce the student to professional certifications and organizations, such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the American College of Sports Medicine.