Health & Human Performance (HHP)

HHP 1100. Stewardship of the Body. (1 Credit)

This course explores how physical activity and exercise enhance wellness in our lives.

HHP 1115. Fit and Well. (2 Credits)

This course explores the importance that physical activity and nutrition play in maintaining wellness in our lives.

HHP 1171. Introduction to Exercise Science. (1 Credit)

This course will introduce students to the field of exercise science, the department of Health and Human Performance, and the Health Science programs at Concordia University Wisconsin.

HHP 1504. Mindful Movement. (1 Credit)

This course provides students the opportunity to improve flexibility, build strength, and relieve stress using yoga-like movement. Core strengthening, weight bearing on hands, and connecting movement with breath will be introduced with the goal of linking mind with body.

HHP 1520. Weight Training. (1 Credit)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles and techniques of weight training through the use of weight machines and free weights.

HHP 1522. Badminton. (1 Credit)

This course introduces the student to singles and doubles strategies along with developing serving style and basic strokes.

HHP 1524. Aerobics. (1 Credit)

This course is designed to expose the student to a variety of different aerobic activities, help the student understand how to structure these activities to meet personal fitness goals, and assist the student in becoming more aware of the experiential nature of aerobic activity.

HHP 1529. Bowling. (1 Credit)

This course introduces the approach, release, and delivery for satisfactory participation in the recreational sport of bowling. Scoring, strike adjustment systems, and spare conversion techniques are also presented.

HHP 1530. Advanced Weight Training. (2 Credits)

This course analyzes the techniques and skills of weight training to achieve individual goals. The course will go over various core lifts, Olympic lifts, and repetition strength testing.

HHP 1560. Walking For Wellness. (1 Credit)

This course introduces the student to walking for fitness development, stress reduction, and personal wellness.

HHP 1561. Kayaking. (1 Credit)

This course is designed to give students the basic skills and information needed to successfully and safely participate in the sport of kayaking. Prerequisite: Ability to drive to an off campus location.

HHP 1566. Hiking. (1 Credit)

This course introduces the student to the basic skills, nutritional demands, and safety aspects of hiking. Prerequisite: Ability to drive to an off campus location.

HHP 1568. Pickleball. (1 Credit)

This course provides students the opportunity to improve fitness and learn basic skills, techniques and rules of Pickleball.

HHP 1599. University Athletics. (1 Credit)

HHP 2202. Introduction to Kinesiology. (3 Credits)

This course allows students to explore the principles, scientific foundations, philosophy, and scope of physical activity as it relates to human movement.

HHP 2209. First Aid and CPR. (2 Credits)

This course follows the requirements and methodology of the American Red Cross. The program is designed to give students the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses of adults, children or infants until medical professionals arrive and take over. The skills covered are essential for everyone; however, successful completion of the course will not qualify one as a health care professional. AED instruction is included.

HHP 2260. School and Community Health. (3 Credits)

This course provides an examination of school and community based healthcare issues, including healthcare systems, social determinants of health and other factors related to health decisions, and methods to create effective change in schools and communities. Students will learn to examine current community health trends, as well as risk mitigation, quality improvement, and intervention techniques.

HHP 2265. Healthy Lifestyles. (3 Credits)

This course examines modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for common health conditions and the interpersonal factors that impact health-related decisions. Students will learn to apply theories of behavior change, personal advocacy, and health-related communication techniques to individuals.

HHP 2582. Theory and Techniques of Coaching Basketball. (2 Credits)

This course will provide the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of basketball as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.

HHP 2584. Theory and Techniques of Coaching Football. (2 Credits)

This course provides students with the theoretical and philosophical information necessary for the successful coaching of football as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies and other coaching techniques.

HHP 2587. Theory and Techniques of Coaching Soccer. (2 Credits)

This course provides the student with the theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of soccer as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies and other coaching techniques.

HHP 3350. Coaching Methods. (3 Credits)

This course presents the theories of coaching and strategies of team sports.

HHP 3371. Exercise Physiology. (3 Credits)

This course involves the application of anatomical and physiological processes to human movement, physical performance, and rehabilitation.

HHP 4410. Measurement and Evaluation in Health & Human Performance. (3 Credits)

focuses on assessment techniques in health and physical education. This course discusses and provides methods for creating appropriate assessments, models for performance-based assessments, authentic assessments, and instruction for administering skill and fitness tests. Test construction will be examined. Students will develop a battery of assessment tools, intended for use at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. 3 credits.

HHP 4412. Adapted Physical Education. (3 Credits)

HHP 4412 includes the study of those conditions and unique needs that prevent students from succeeding in regular physical education classes. This course provides the student a clear comprehension of specific disabilities and impairments as it relates to a physical education setting. Concepts of least restricted environment and inclusion are models used in teaching techniques and program modifications.

HHP 4450. Curriculum and Methods - Health. (3 Credits)

This course introduces the student to general principles and methods of teaching health education. Emphasis will be placed upon pedagogy, application of appropriate materials, teaching aids, and evaluating effective health resources.
Prerequisites: (HHP 100, 150 or 1100) and (HHP 260 or 2260) and (HHP 265 or 2265).