HLTH 120 - Aging and Health

3 Credit(s).

Provides an overview of healthy aging and wellness promotion throughout the life continuum. This course explores the physiological, psychological, environmental, and financial changes associated with the aging process. Topics include physical wellness, mental health, housing options, medical care, retirement, assisted living/long-term care options, ethical treatment of the elderly, and the stereotypes and myths held in society toward an aging population. Students examine how choices made today effect a long healthy lifespan as opposed to just a long lifespan. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Same As: HUSC 120. Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 042 and ESOL 044 or ACLT 052
Common Course Outline: HLTH 120 CCO