Allied Health

Scientific bases of healthful living. An investigation of prevalent individual and community health problems. Attitudes, health practices, and standards of care as they relate to common issues in the health environment, such as stress, smoking, infectious diseases, and chronic disabling conditions. Study of current scientific, social, economic, and technological developments related to health promotion.

Elements of nutrition in relation to human energy requirements from rest to peak performance. The major nutrients, nutritional values of common foods, scientific bases of dietary planning for desired effects, and nutritional assessments relative to caloric intake and energy expenditure.

Instruction in the types and classification of drugs, including their modes of action - in the cell, the system, and the organism - and their contraindications. Particular attention to the role, function, and effects of commonly used pharmacological agents in the medical treatment of common (athletic and non-athletic) injuries and illnesses of active individuals.