Certificate in Health & Society
Overview
The Certificate in Health & Society explores the study of human behavior through a scientific and sociocultural lens, including an introduction to the history and major theories of psychology, sociology, and stress management. Students will also consider gender, culture, and ethnicity as related to human behavior, perceptions, and emotions.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be equipped to:
- Demonstrate the knowledge of the key foundation concepts of psychology to include the following: sensation, perception, learning, memory, emotion, and motivation.
- Analyze how gender, culture, and ethnicity relate to our understanding of human behavior.
- Develop a sociological imagination in order to articulate the relationship of individuals and society.
- Critically assess the social forces that influence individuals, groups, and organizations.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the health benefits associated with physical activity, healthy eating, sleep, and stress reduction techniques.
- Evaluate personal lifestyle behaviors and set SMART goals to improve health and well-being.
Admission Requirements
An online application must be submitted and accepted before a student begins their first course. All courses in the certificate must be completed or approved through ADP. Transfer credits are not permitted for this certificate.
Certificate Requirements
Certificate in Health & Society (9 credit hours)
Complete the following:
The certificate is successfully finished when all certificate courses are completed with grades of C- or better and a certificate GPA of 2.0 or above.
This course explores the study of human behavior through a scientific and sociocultural lens, including an introduction to the history and major theories of psychology, disciplines in the field of psychology, biological bases of behavior, scientific method, sensation, perception, learning, memory, emotion, and motivation. Students will also consider gender, culture, and ethnicity as related to human behavior, perceptions, and emotions.
This course introduces the field of sociology, including an examination of how social interactions and groups comprise the social landscape. While developing a sociological imagination, students will consider how society functions and their role in it.
This course incorporates a theoretical and experiential exploration of the causes and effects of stress physiologically and psychologically. Students will be introduced to physical, mental, and spiritual techniques to understand and reduce stress and increase relaxation.