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Doula preparation, including perinatal and postpartum care, emotional and physical support, and birth knowledge. The course is grounded in a strength-based and community-focused approach to birth work that integrates evidence-based practice with ancestral wisdom. The curriculum is community-rooted, utilizing the wisdom and lived experience of current community doulas, Black and Indigenous birthing practices, lactation specialists, midwives, OB/GYNs, and other providers.

An overview of child feeding, eating and nutrition, with an emphasis on practical skills and approaches to influence positive eating behaviors that promote optimal health and nutrition. Topics include the feeding relationship, breast/chest feeding, planning healthy meals & snacks, food safety, weight inclusion, physical activity, nutrition education, policy, child nutrition programs & food assistance resources.

This course offers an introduction to group facilitation skills, community evaluation methods, community and group dynamics, action planning and community-based leadership development. It prepares students to work in the fields of behavioral health, wellness and recovery, and related fields.

Students complete an internship with local employers to gain meaningful work experience and earn credit towards a certificate in the Health Education field. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.

Critical analysis of the causes and contributors to individual and community health and illness based on public health and other social and behavioral sciences. Exploration of physical, mental, social and political aspects of health along with causes, consequences, prevention strategies and treatments for major health conditions across the life cycle.

Overview of the different types of viral hepatitis, their characteristics and treatment options with a focus on hepatitis C as a current public health issue especially among IV drug users. Emphasis on the practice of harm reduction, prevention, navigation and advocacy for communities experiencing substance use, HIV and viral hepatitis.

This course is an introduction to the principles of youth development and significant health issues affecting today's youth. The course focuses on strategies and skills to engage and involve young people in their own decision-making and advocacy.

Health impacts of incarceration for individuals, families and communities. Incarceration and reentry policies will be examined. New models for promoting positive health outcomes among formerly incarcerated populations will be analyzed.

Overview of theoretical and research-based frameworks of stress, stress response, and stress management techniques. Critical assessment of physiological and psychological effects of stress, sources and causes of stress, and health consequences of chronic stress on individuals, communities, and society. Evidence-based techniques to manage and cope with stress, to improve individual and population health.

Integration of Tai Chi philosophy and theory with contemporary health practices and principles. Recognition of Tai Chi patterns will improve body balance and energy control. Tai Chi and Qigong exercises promote physical, mental and social health. Knowledge is particularly beneficial to health and social workers.