Family and Consumer Sciences Major
Health and Exercise Science Major
Health and Physical Education Major
Nutritional Science Major
Coaching Minor
Child Development Concentration
Family Life Education Concentration
Gerontology Concentration
Nutritional Science Concentration
Endorsement in Family and Consumer Sciences (6-12)
Endorsement in Health and Physical Education (PreK-12)
Degree Type Offered: B.S. Major
Students must complete 21 credits of core courses and 18-19 credits from one of the two tracks (Human Development and Family Studies or Family and Consumer Sciences Education). Consists of 39-40 credit hours distributed as follows:
Core Courses
(21 Credits)
FCS-110 Introduction to Family & Consumer Sciences Professions
Credits: 3 Term Offered: Fall Only
An introduction to the history of Family and Consumer Sciences with consideration of family strengths and weaknesses and internal dynamics of families. Emphasis placed on knowledge of the use of critical science and creative skills to address problems in diverse family community and work environments. Exploration of the field of Family and Consumer Sciences, career planning and knowledge of occupational skill development.
FCS-319 Families and Individuals in Societal Contexts
Credits: 3 Term Offered: Spring Only
Students will examine family and interpersonal relationships from a variety of theoretical and conceptual frameworks to gain an understanding of the changes in society relative to marriage and family. Students will engage in critical examination of issues related to families, work, and their interrelationships. Using family science theories, students will consider the contextual factors that influence the family. Emphasis placed upon the reciprocal impacts of relationships within the family and a person's relationships to individuals and society. This course focuses on family as a basic social institution, the various theoretical perspectives on the family, and provides an overview of current social scientific research on the family. The history, structure, and functions of the family will be addressed as will topics such as dating, cohabitation, marriage, parenting, family violence, and divorce. Corequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW FILA general education: social sciences
FCS-345 Child Development
Credits: 4 Term Offered: Fall and Spring
Examine issues related to physical, cognitive and socio-emotional development of the child from conception through early adolescence. Students will develop theoretical and practical knowledge of child development concepts. Provisions are made for observing and working with preschool children. Prerequisite: junior standing
FCS-346 Adolescent Development
Developmental changes of individuals in families throughout the adolescent years into emerging adulthood. Emphasis placed on knowledge of physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of development.
FCS-408X Parent and Child Relations
Overview of the process of parenting in diverse cultural and familial structures. Exploration of issues related to parenting at various stages of development, as well as formation of parenting goals and styles. Emphasis placed on parent-child interactions through the child rearing years. Provides an emphasis on evidence-based practices and evaluation of programming. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW FILA general education: experiential learning
FCS-430 Family Resource Management
Examines issues related to management process and its significance on the quality of life experienced by families with consideration of values, goals, standards, decision making and allocation of resources. Topics include development and allocation of resources, social environment influences, life cycle and family structure influences and consumer issues and decisions. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing
FCS-471 Senior Seminar
Credits: 2 Term Offered: Fall Only
This capstone course explores special topics in all family and consumer content areas. Special topics and problems are developed according to the individual's specialization and professional interests. Students synthesize research in a particular area of family and consumer sciences to complete a capstone research project.
Track 1-Human Development and Family Studies
(18 Credits)
ES-215 Research Methods
Credits: 3 Term Offered: Fall and Spring
Introduction to research process including formulating research questions, research methods, general statistical, evaluation, presentation, and research ethics. MATH-140 recommended but not required.
FCS-312X Adult Development and Aging
Examine issues related to geriatrics with emphasis on issues including historical, cultural, biological, physiological, psychological, and social contexts. Opportunities for experiential learning in residential and intermediate facilities with appropriate agencies. Prerequisite: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW FILA general education: experiential learning
FCS-347 Family Law and Public Policy
Students will develop an understanding of the legal issues, policies, and law influencing the well-being of families. Topics include family and the law relating to marriage, divorce, family support, child custody, child protection and rights, family planning, social services, education, the economy religion, and public policy as it affects the family, including tax, civil rights, social security, economic support laws, and regulations.
FCS-440 Family Life Education Methodology
Critical examination of principles of the general philosophy and broad principles of family life education in conjunction with the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate such educational programs. An understanding of the character and quality of human social conduct, and the ability to critically examine ethical questions and issues as they relate to professional practice and community concerns and values.
SOC-333 Racial and Ethnic Studies
The nature of racial relations and inequalities in American society, including their historical origins and relationship to Western capitalist development. The ethnic composition of contemporary American society, impact of legal and illegal immigration patterns, dynamics of modern structures and institutions, the Civil Rights Movement, inter-ethnic conflicts and attitudes, multiculturalism and status of affirmative action are analyzed in the context of national and global social change. Prerequisite: FILA-150 or FILA-350 and SOC-101 FILA general education: global dynamics
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SOC-232 Campus Identities
Survey of identity-related issues and questions on college campuses today. Topics include college financing and student debt; race/ethnic relations and diversity initiatives; gender/sexuality violence and campus safety; and free speech and activism. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW
COMM-334 Intercultural Communication
Theoretical and practical survey of intercultural communication processes. Examines intrapersonal, interpersonal, organizational, and mass media dimensions of intercultural communication. The course specifically focuses on the distinctive cultural behaviors, expectations, values and power dynamics that affect our abilities to communicate effectively and people from diverse cultures. Prerequisite: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW FILA general education: world cultures
One additional FCS course based on career goals
Track 2-Family and Consumer Sciences Education
(19 Credits)
FCS-240 Foundations of Human Nutrition
Basic nutrition concepts, nutrition needs throughout the life cycle, and current nutrition issues.
FCS-307 Food Science & Safety
Credits: 4 Term Offered: Fall Only
Investigation of the scientific principles involved in basic cookery with emphasis on quality characteristics and product evaluation. Structure, composition and nutritive value of foods are studied, as well as food selection, storage, preparation, processing and meal management techniques. Food safety and an ecological approach to food selection and preparation is emphasized. Instruction requires three class meetings per week and one three-hour lab.
FCS-321 Fundamentals of Housing
Examine the management of the decision-making processes related to housing, furnishings, and equipment for individuals and families with attention given to special needs and the diversity of individuals.
FCS-340 Fashion, Apparel and Textiles
Emphasis on factors influencing fashion including the sociological, psychological and physiological aspects of clothing and basic construction of clothing.
FCS-420 Occupation Program Management
Instructional practice, management and evaluation appropriate for the secondary Family and Consumer Sciences classroom. Laws governing vocational education, its management and guidance and its relationship to state and national programs is considered. Emphasis on organizing and implementing a FCCLA program into classroom instruction. Offered alternate years
FCS-425 Family Economics
Principles of economic systems in relation to standards in selection of goods and services and sources of reliable consumer information. Prerequisites: ECON-200 or ECON-210 or permission of instructor
For students wishing to pursue Teacher Education endorsement, admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP) is required. The following TEP requirements apply:
Secondary (6-12) Education Licensure
Education course requirements for teacher candidates must be completed (EDUC 140, 200, 215, 334, 372E, 380X, 412, 452 and 470 in 6-12 classroom).
Must complete Praxis II in Family and Consumer Sciences content area
Consists of 48 credit hours in the following courses:
BIOL-110 Principles of Biology I
Introduction to the biological sciences, covering biological chemistry, cell/tissue structure and function, genetics and microevolution. Intended for biology, health and human sciences, and environmental science majors. Three lectures and one lab per week. Corequisites: MATH-110 or MATH-118 Biology and environmental science majors should take MATH-110. Other students should consult with their advisor about which course to take. FILA general education: natural and physical sciences
ES-230 Introduction to Health and Exercise Science
Exploration of contemporary issues in the field of health and exercise science including exposure to a variety of career opportunities, some of which include athletic training, exercise physiology, fitness, physical therapy, occupational therapy and recreation.
ES-249 Nutritional Concepts in Exercise Science
Exploration of basic nutritional requirements for active individuals and the relationship of proper nutrition to increased health and human performance. Topics include how nutrients (e.g., carbohydrates, proteins) can influence exercise performance, appropriate ways to manage weight, and evaluation of the role of ergogenic aids in human performance.
BIOL-305 Introduction to Human Anatomy
Introduction to the structure and function of the human body, examining the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, nervous, digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive systems. Lecture focuses on topics of physiology/function, histology, and their relation to anatomical structure, while the lab focuses on descriptive anatomy. Three lectures and one lab per week. Prerequisites: BIOL-110, or permission of instructor
BIOL-314 Human Physiology
Introduction to the physiology of the human body including the physiology of enzymes and membranes, tissue physiology (nervous, muscular), and a detailed survey of the physiology of the major organ systems. Three lectures and one lab per week. Credit may only be received for one course; BIOL 311, BIOL-314 and BIOL-360 Prerequisites: BIOL-111; or BIOL-110 and BIOL-305
ES-300X Personal and Community Health
Examination of the multiple determinants of health and wellness from a personal and community perspective. Through service-based learning experiences, students critically analyze individual, social and environmental factors that influence health. This course requires students to spend time off-campus serving at community agencies in order to successfully fulfill course requirements. Prerequisites: ENG-110 and ES-230 or permission of the instructor FILA general education: experiential learning
ES-320 Kinesiology
Examination of the function of the human musculoskeletal system. Selected musculoskeletal structures and their functions, as well as analysis of movements as they relate to physical activity, exercise and sport. Prerequisites: BIOL-305 or ES-318
ES-335 Physiology of Exercise
Basic physiological concepts of the nervous, muscular and energy systems, including the effect of exercise on such functions as circulation, respiration and temperature regulation. Prerequisites: BIOL-305 and BIOL-314 or ES-318 or with instructor permission
ES-456 Management Concepts in Health Care
Concepts of administration such as devising policy and procedures, record-keeping, budgeting, facility design, risk management and productivity standards for healthcare professionals. (Cross-listed AT-556)
AT-556 Management Concepts in Health Care
Concepts and theory of administration for healthcare professionals. Topics include policy and procedure development, recordkeeping, budgeting, facility design, risk management, productivity standards, and related legal matters. (Cross-listed as ES-456)
ES-360 Organization and Administration of Health and Exercise Science
Examination of standards and policies in the organization, supervision and administration of health exercise science and athletics on all school levels and in all phases of the program.
ES-467 Health & Exercise Psychology
Examination of the mental health benefits of exercise as well as motivational factors involved in exercise and the many variables that influence exercise behavior (e.g., stress, emotional states, anxiety and depression). Additionally, this course explores the psychological antecedents and consequences of injury and illness. (Cross-listed as AT-567)
AT-567 Health & Exercise Psychology
Examination of the mental health benefits of exercise and the psychological aspects of injury. Motivational factors involved in exercise and the many variables that influence exercise behavior will be examined, as will biopsychosocial models related to disease and injury. (Cross-listed as ES-467)
ES-460 Senior Seminar
Capstone experience integrating the core learned in major level courses through readings, class discussions and projects. Additionally, skill application occurs by completing 75 hours of competency-based work in an environment relevant to the discipline and reflecting upon this experience in light of their knowledge and skill development. Prerequisite: senior Health and Exercise Science major or permission of instructor
AT-560 Athletic Training Seminar I
First of two seminar courses integrating a variety of concepts within the athletic training field. This course includes a focus on exercise, fitness, nutrition and pharmacology. This course incorporates a number of speaking engagements from professionals in a variety of health care fields. Some of the course requirements are conducted outside of scheduled course meeting times and may require travel to off-campus sites.
An additional 12 credits from the following :
AT-501 Anatomy for Healthcare Professionals I
Credits: 3 Term Offered: Summer
In-depth exploration of the structure and function of the skeletal and muscular systems of the body. An emphasis is placed on the interrelated functions of these systems with other body systems and the impact that age and a variety of pathologies have on them.
BUS-120 Survey of Business
Introduces a variety of business principles and practices as a foundation for students majoring in Business Administration and for non-business majors interested in acquiring basic understanding of the business world. Addresses aspects of leadership and personal assessment and development through a semester-long business plan project, helping students to assess their interest in and aptitude for various business disciplines.
BUS-310 Principles of Marketing
Explores the principles and practices of how goods, services, and ideas are developed and distributed in order to satisfy individual and organization needs, wants and objectives. Emphasis is placed on the micro-marketing perspectives including product, price, promotion and place. Prerequisites: BUS-120 and COMM-100, or permission of instructor; ECON-210 recommended but not required
CHEM-250 Fundamental Organic Chemistry
Credits: 4 Term Offered: Spring Only
Overview of the functional groups and reactivity of organic molecules using biological examples. Three hours of lecture and one two-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: CHEM-125 or CHEM-162 Credit may not be received for both CHEM-250 and CHEM-305
COMM-447 Science, Environment, and Health Communication
Credits: 3 Term Offered: May Term
Examines the role of news, advocacy, scientific analysis, decision and policy making, risk perception, and other factors in the communication of issues related to science, environment, and health. Provides students with rich theoretical background, critical understanding, and practical skills to produce, investigate and critique communication processes related to the topics. Students in this course are required to conduct field work and original research, write and publish news, and analytical articles.
ES-255 First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
A first aid/CPR/AED course that provides basic and instructor level knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to an injured or ill person. The course helps students recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. The first aid/CPR/AED program in this course offer a variety of combination to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience.
ES-260 First Aid and Safety
Fundamentals of administering first aid in all its aspects with attention to the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries. Emphasis on general safety procedures surrounding activities of school, college, and community environments.
ES-325 Principles of Health & Physical Fitness Assessment
Practical experience in evaluation of physical fitness and its application to the implementation of safe and effective exercise training programs.
ES-340 Teaching Methods for School Health
Administration of school health and exercise science programs, including health instruction, environmental services and curriculum content. Methods and materials used in teaching health and exercise science as well as experiences in unit structure and application are covered. Prerequisites: ES-300X or ES-303
ES-342 Foundations of Strength & Conditioning
Preparation in scientifically sound principles of conditioning in professional settings including in-depth study of strength training, speed development, cardiovascular training, flexibility training and exercise program design. Principles and concepts derived from physiology, psychology, anatomy and kinesiology are practically applied. Application of principles of training to all populations including those with special needs and athletes. Prerequisite: ES-320
ES-345 Motor Behavior
Examination of human movement from the perspectives of motor learning, motor development and motor control. The basic psychological learning principles and theories apply to the acquisition of motor skills and factors which may influence skill learning are identified as is physical growth and development as related to motor performance across the lifespan.
ES-354 Therapeutic Modalities
Examination of the theoretical bases of treatment goals, appropriate therapeutic modality selection, application and assessment of the treatment response that is required for the successful integration of therapeutic modalities into the athletic training practice. Identification of theoretical foundations (physiology, physics and safety) for appropriate decision-making in the selection of the appropriate therapeutic modality, including appropriate psychomotor skills for pre-treatment assessment, treatment set-up, modality application, and assessment of treatment response and appropriate documentation. Prerequisite: ES-351 or permission of instructor
ES-355 Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation
Development of rehabilitation programs for individuals recovering from injury. Upon identification of theoretical and practical approach for the design of rehabilitation protocols and the use of available rehabilitation equipment including specific parameters for providing exercise and rehabilitation recommendations for people encountering special disease, illness or injury states. Prerequisite: ES-351 or permission of instructor
ES-385 Adapted Physical Education and Recreation
Examination of the field of Adapted Physical Education. Exposure to recreational needs and capabilities of people with disabilities is provided. Practical experience in working with the special populations as well as orientation to wheelchair sports. Off campus laboratory experience required.
ES-427 Health Promotion and Wellness
Development of community based intervention strategies to modify health risk behaviors, with emphasis on theoretical foundations, and comprehensive program planning strategies.
ES-428 Implementing Health Promotion Programs
A public health approach to addressing individual and community health problems. Students will implement health promotion programs in different settings with groups and individuals. Students will develop leadership skills around health promotion concepts. A variety of intervention strategies will be examined with a focus on achieving health behavior changes in at-risk populations. Prerequisite: ES-427
ES-491 Research
Credits: 3 Term Offered: All Terms
Upon approval of the department and the division head, a student with a cumulative grade point average of 2.20 or better may engage in an independent study or research project. One desiring to pursue independent study or research must submit a written description of the proposed work to the chair of the appropriate department and to the appropriate division head prior to the last day of the drop and add period for the semester in which the study is to be conducted. At the end of the semester, the supervising professor files with the registrar a grade for the student and a description of the work accomplished. Credit may be received for not more than three independent studies or research projects.
ES-499 Honors Project
An honors project is one in which a student researches a subject, by examination of relevant literature or by experimentation or both; the student reports the results in an accurately documented and well-written paper or appropriate representation of the work. Whenever the study deals with the subject of an established course, the student is expected to go well beyond the usual work of the course in research and in assimilation of the results as revealed in the report. Juniors and seniors with a cumulative grade point average of 3.40 or above may register for an honors project. One desiring to pursue an honors project must submit a written description of his or her proposed work to the chair of the appropriate department and to the appropriate division head prior to the last day of the drop and add period for the semester in which the study is to be conducted. Upon the completion of the honors project, the student must present an oral defense of his or her project. The final grade must include a satisfactory performance on the oral defense, assessed by a three-faculty member team. The project advisor will authorize the make-up of the oral defense team and will assign the final grade on the project. The honors project title will be noted on the student's transcript. It is the student's responsibility to provide a copy of the written paper or appropriate representation of the work to the library in compliance with specifications approved by the Council on Education. The library director arranges for binding and storage.
FCS-355 Sports Nutrition
A study of the effects of nutrition on the well being of the athlete and the relationship of good nutrition to optimum performance. Prerequisite: FCS-240
MATH-140 Introduction to Statistics
Basic descriptive statistics, probability, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. Statistical computer software is used to analyze data. Prerequisites: MATH-118, MATH-110, MATH-115, or satisfactory performance on placement test
PHIL-320E Professional Ethics
Pressing issues confronting professionals in a technological era. Utilizing the insights of philosophical and religious ethics, the course examines the responsibilities of the professional person in business, medicine, law education, the ministry, and other fields. Problems considered include confidentiality, accountability, whistleblowing, governmental regulation, and ethical codes. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW and ENG 110 and junior or senior standing FILA general education: philosophy or religion and ethical reasoning
PHIL-235E Bioethics
Confronts a number of modern scientific and ethical problems including abortion, genetic testing, genetically modified plants and animals, stem cells, gene therapy, research on humans, and physician-assisted suicide. Biology and biotechnology often confound our notions of right and wrong, and what ethical behavior is. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW and ENG-110 FILA general Education: philosophy or religion and ethical reasoning Offered alternate years
PSY-310 Abnormal Psychology
Empirical findings related to the description, classification, assessment, etiology and treatments of various psychological disorders. Specific disorders examined include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance-related disorders, personality disorders, and schizophrenia. An important emphasis is understanding the impact of mental illness on individuals and their family and friends. Prerequisite: PSY-101 or SOC-101, or permission of instructor
PSY-370 Developmental Psychology
Surveys historical approaches, basic issues, recent research, and current theoretical perspectives in developmental psychology. Emphasis on describing and explaining the changes that characterize physical, perceptual, cognitive, social, and emotional development across the lifespan. Prerequisite: PSY-101 or permission of instructor
This major introduces students to the sub-disciplines of health and exercise science, providing students with a sound preparation upon which to develop a career or to pursue graduate study in the discipline.
Consists of 51 credit hours in the following courses:
ES-235 Introduction to Teaching Physical Education
Survey exploration for freshman and sophomores interested in the Health and Physical Education major. Observational experiences in each level of physical education teaching. Concepts include philosophy of physical education, behavior management, establishing a positive learning environment, advocacy, and differentiating instruction. Two days each week in the classroom and three days each week in the field.
ES-225 Team Sports and Activities
Introduces students to the fundamental skills and concepts involved in team sports. Through a tactical games approach, students will develop skill technique and tactical awareness to successfully participate in a variety of team sports, including but not limited to basketball, soccer, and volleyball.
ES-303 Topics and Concepts in School Health
This is a survey course, which examines a variety of personal and community health and wellness topics. Students will gain the content knowledge and understanding of health topics and develop health literacy skills that will prepare them to teach school health aligned with the National Health Education Standards and the Virginia Standards of Learning.
ES-310 Lifetime Activities in Physical Education
Performance and teaching techniques for gymnastics, rhythms, dance, cooperative activities, and outdoor education, with a focus on pedagogical issues. Prerequisite: ES-235 or permission of instructor
ES-318 Human Anatomy & Physiology
Introduction to human structures and physiological systems, which are fundamental to human activity. Systems covered include musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular and nervous with particular attention to the integration of function across systems. Students needing a laboratory-based course should take BIOL 305: Introduction to Human Anatomy and BIOL 314: Human Physiology as an alternative.
ES-350 Assessment and Technology in Secondary Physical Education
Credits: 2 Term Offered: Spring Only
Preparation for future health and physical education teachers to construct and identify various forms of authentic and traditional assessments in the secondary PE setting. Includes the use of technology to gather and record data, enhance learning and enhance personal productivity in the physical activity setting. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program Corequisite: ES-370
ES-368W Psychological Principles in Physical Education and Sport
Introduction to the role psychology plays in physical education and sport settings. Exploration of how psychological factors (e.g., personality, achievement motivation, anxiety) can influence participation in physical activity and motor performance, how the structure of sport and physical education programs influence psychological development, and how teaching mental skills (e.g., arousal regulation, goal setting, visualization) may enhance motor performance in physical education and sport. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW; ENG 110 FILA general education: writing intensive
ES-370 Teaching Methods for Secondary Physical Education
Preparation for the physical educator to teach lifetime physical activity at the secondary level. Curriculum development, unit and lesson planning, and effective instructional strategies and techniques will be explored and applied through peer teaching and practical field experience. Prerequisites: EDUC-215 and ES-235
ES-426 Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment in Elementary Physical Education
Preparation for future health and physical education teachers to apply principles of class management, assessment, unit and lesson planning and instructional techniques as part of a developmentally appropriate elementary physical education program. Peer teaching provides students with practical experience. Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program Corequisites: EDUC-401
ES-401 Field Experience in Elementary Physical Education
Credits: 1 Term Offered: Fall Only
Twenty-hour field experience in local schools and preschool program. Reports, reflections and journal entries required. Students will gain experience in observations, assessment, and teaching in the PE setting. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program Corequisite: ES-426
ES-135 Golf
Credits: 1 Term Offered: Fall and Spring
FILA general education: ES activity
ES-165 Tennis
ES-175 Conditioning and Weight Training
In addition to the major, the following courses are required for licensure/certification:
EDUC-140 Introduction to Teaching
Helps candidates explore the career of teaching. Emphasis on the historical, sociological and pedagogical foundations of American public education, as well as culturally responsive pedagogy with academically, culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Introduces InTASC standards and provides information about local, state and national requirements of the teaching profession.
EDUC-200 Educational Psychology
Surveys principles of development, learning and evaluation as they relate to learners' educational growth. The study of the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of the learner focuses on how this development relates to pedagogy, motivation, classroom management, and assessment.
EDUC-215 Diversity in the Classroom
Explores cultural, linguistic and academic diversity, with an introduction to multicultural education. Introduction to appropriate and effective strategies for instructing these diverse learners in inclusive classroom settings. Includes a minimum 10 hours of field experience. Successful field experience is necessary for a passing grade in the class. Prerequisites: minimum 2.5 GPA, have taken Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Tests: Mathematics, have taken or registered for the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA); Sophomore standing.
EDUC-334 Literacy in the Context Area
Helps secondary education candidates describe and develop effective content literacy strategies for academically, culturally and linguistically diverse 6-12 students. Candidates use their content area curriculum to enhance literacy development including: vocabulary development; literal, interpretive, critical and evaluative comprehension; critical thinking; writing strategies; and listening and speaking skills. Includes minimum 20 hours of field experience. Successful field experience is necessary for a passing grade in the class. Prerequisites: admission to the TEP and junior standing
EDUC-372E Classroom Management, Secondary
Effective and efficient management of time, space and resources, including lessons and classroom behaviors, are examined as a means of promoting learning. Candidates develop a management plan that is inclusive, respectful and based upon current theory and practice. Effective organization and communication techniques are stressed. Includes a minimum of 20 hours field experience in 6-12 classroom (or in a classroom of the licensure.) Successful field experience is necessary for a passing grade in the class. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW, ENG-110, and admission to the TEP FILA general education: ethical reasoning
EDUC-380X Practicum in Current Teaching Techniques
Credits: 3 Term Offered: May Term & Summe
Three-week, full-day, field practicum taken immediately before student teaching. Candidates teach in a grade-level range different from their student teaching placement, but within their range of licensure and certification. Candidates teach a minimum of two times, participates in all professional activities of their classroom cooperating teacher, and engage in reflective seminars back on campus, or through online delivery. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW, admission to the TEP, successful completion of EDUC-371E or EDUC-372E and taken in May Term or summer before student teaching FILA general education: experiential learning Note: Those seeking ESL certification take this course the junior year but after having taken EDUC-371E or EDUC-372E.
EDUC-452 Seminar in Educational Practices, Secondary
Taken during the student teaching experience, this course emphasizes professional licensure requirements and teacher performance standards, measuring student academic progress and collaboration models of teaching. Candidates develop various personal skills and resources, including the development of an online educational portfolio, consistent with InTASC standards for obtaining employment in the education field. Prerequisites: admission to the TEP Corequisites: EDUC-465 or EDUC-470
EDUC-470 Professional Student Teaching
Credits: 13 Term Offered: Fall and Spring
Fifteen-week final field experience involving instructional planning, observation and teaching. Supervised by the classroom cooperating teacher and a college supervisor. Students are expected to assume complete responsibility for the classroom during the student teaching experience and engage in all activities related to teaching in the school community. Prerequisites: admission to the Teacher Education Program and completion of all coursework in the Teacher Education Program Corequisite: EDUC-451 or EDUC-452
*Courses only offered to students accepted into the Teacher Education Program
Students wishing to pursue this major should declare their intentions early in their academic career due to the significant course loads required to graduate in four years and the need for careful planning and advising.
Consists of 46 credit hours in the following courses:
CHEM-161 General Chemistry I
Principles of chemistry including stoichiometry, states of matter, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, periodicity, and the kinetic molecular theory of gases. Three hours of lecture and one four hour lab per week. Prerequisites: MATH-110 or MATH-115 or MATH-118 FILA general education: natural and physical sciences Credit may not be received for both CHEM-125 and CHEM-161
CHEM-162 General Chemistry II
Principles of chemistry including intermolecular forces, thermodynamics, equilibria, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, kinetics, and solubility. Three hours of lecture and one four hour lab per week. Prerequisites: CHEM-161 or permission of instructor
FCS-350 Life Cycle Nutrition
Nutritional needs throughout each phase of the life cycle are emphasized. Instructional delivery appropriate to each age group is stressed. Prerequisite: FCS-240
FCS-455X Therapeutic and Community Nutrition
Study of the health and nutritional concerns and needs of a community; the nutritional services available to the community; preventive nutrition practices; and the process involved in identifying, designing and implementing programs for the community. Additionally, Medical Nutrition Therapy and the Nutrition Care Process is learned and practiced for later development during a practicum or internship. This knowledge provides the student with the tools to practice nutrition medical charting in the clinical setting with the understanding of various diet therapies. Prerequisite: COMM 100 and FCS-240 FILA general education: experiential learning
SOC-451 Counseling and Personal Development
A survey of the concepts and practices of the major contemporary therapeutic (theory) systems used in the helping professions. Primary focus is placed on helping approaches and the various frameworks or understanding change and motivation to change. Goal setting, decision making, self-awareness, learning one's own helping strengths and limitations, and referral techniques are also included. Prerequisite: SOC-101
Degree Type Offered: Minor
ES-240 Introduction to Coaching
Introduction to the coaching profession. Examination of areas such as developing an athlete-centered philosophy, teaching positive values and facilitating social and emotional growth through sport, physical training basics, the role of nutrition in athletic performance, accurate information about drugs and supplements, effective communication skills and motivational techniques, organizing practices and creating practice plans, and generating program and coach evaluations.
ES-380 Coaching Methods and Techniques
The course introduces students to the fundamentals of teaching sport skills, how to organize and run effective practices, and basic strength and conditioning principles to effectively train student-athletes. Organizational methods, technological considerations, and administrative concerns are also included. Students will also learn the techniques and tactics from basic fundamentals to detailed strategies of a sport as well as gain practical experience with a sport coach. Prerequisite: ES-240
ES-382 Practicum in Coaching
Credits: 2 Term Offered: Fall and Spring
Practicum experience within the field of coaching. Students will complete 100 hours of competency-based work in a coaching environment as well as reflect on their experiences as it relates to the knowledge and skill competencies of the National Standards for Sport Coaches. Prerequisites: ES-380 and junior standing or permission of instructor
ES activity course
This minor may be taken with any major, including health and physical education or health and exercise science.
Degree Type Offered: Concentration
For students interested in working with children. Consists of 13 credit hours in the following courses:
ENG-345W Literature for Children
Development and analysis of the major types of children's literature are addressed, including picture books, poetry, fables, folktales, fantasy, realism, and historical fiction. Students read and analyze classic examples of each type. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW and ENG-110 FILA general education: literature and writing intensive
SPED-210 General Education Teachers and Special Needs Learners
Theory and practice related to what general education teachers need to know as they work with learners who are provided special education services. Emphasis is on implementing IEPs, providing accommodation and differentiation, and collaborating /co-teaching with special educators. Prerequisite: EDUC-140 and EDUC-200 or permission of instructor
PSY-380 Human Sexuality
Overview of the psychological, social and biological aspects of sexuality that will be of use for communicating with romantic partners, doctors and family members. Topics include: sexual anatomy and physiology, sexually transmitted diseases, methods of contraception, prenatal sexual differentiation, sex research, attraction and love, sexual orientation and sexual dysfunction, and sexual ethics. Prerequisites: PSY-101 or SOC-101 and junior or senior standing
Human Development and Family Science
Choose one course from the following :
Interpersonal Relationships
COMM-327 Interpersonal Communication
Examines issues related to communication within personal and professional relationships. Students will develop theoretical and practical understandings of verbal and nonverbal communication, the role of technology in interpersonal communication and how interpersonal communication functions to develop, negotiate, maintain and terminate relationships.
COMM-427 Communication in Romantic Relationships
Examines issues and research related to communication in romantic relationships including serial arguments, conflict management, technology mediated communication, power dynamics, and post-dissolutional communication. Particular emphasis will be placed on examining the utility of popular press relationship advice by comparing and contrasting with empirical research. Offered alternate years
PSY-330 Memory and Cognition
Investigation of the major areas of cognitive psychology. Topics include perception and attention, representation of knowledge, models of memory, problem solving/reasoning, language and intelligence. Analysis of the validity and reliability of measuring cognitive processes occur through participation in hands-on experiments and demonstrations. Prerequisite: PSY-101 or permission of the instructor
SOC-366E Sociology of Birth and Death
Examination of how society supports, controls and constrains our arrival into and departure from the world, revealing the ways that events often assumed to be "natural" are in fact conditioned by social and cultural forces. Special emphasis on the communication of cultural norms regarding birth and death, the impact of advances in medicine and technology, and how birth and death become cultural metaphors for other social phenomena. The course includes an interfaith studies component focused on Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, and Native American death rituals. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW, ENG-110, and SOC-101 FILA general education: ethical reasoning
Nutritional Science majors cannot complete a concentration in Nutritional Science.
Degree Type Offered: Teacher Licensure
Students majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences can be eligible for teacher licensure at the secondary level (6-12) by also completing the courses in the teacher education program. As early as possible, contact Dr. Jenny Martin, coordinator for secondary education at jmmartin@bridgewater.edu or 540-828-5662 for further information.
Requires the same education course sequence as for secondary licensure except EDUC-412. Also refer to the health and physical education major in the Department of Health and Human Sciences section of this catalog.
In addition to major offerings, the Department of Health and Human Sciences contributes to the College’s general education program. All students are required to develop skill in a physical activity by completing a one-credit activity course. No more than 4 credits in activity courses may be applied toward graduation.
ES-105 Wellness
Examination of the principles of wellness and encouraging the lifelong practice of wellness habits. Emphasis on personal assessment, behavioral change, information literacy and lifetime applications.
ES-120 Bowling
ES-123 Ballet
ES-126 Aerobic Dancing
ES-131 Lacrosse
Women's Lacrosse is a non-contact field sport which uses sticks to carry and propel the ball. This course, intended for beginners, will introduce students to: 1) basic skills such as cradling, throwing and catching; 2) basic strategy; 3) game rules; and 4) the history, culture and development of the sport. This course is open to both men and women. All necessary playing and safety equipment will be provided. FILA general education: ES activity
ES-141 Yoga
An introduction to hatha yoga, a traditional system of exercise that combines concentration, relaxation, and mind-body integration with endurance, balance and flexibility. FILA general education: ES activity
ES-145 Handball-Racquetball
Credits: 1 Term Offered: Spring Only
ES-152 Snow Skiing
ES-155 Snowboarding
ES-162 Swimming
ES-163 Aqua Aerobics
ES-170 Introduction to Hiking
Designed to help students learn about and participate in hiking to improve quality of life and promote lifelong physical fitness. This course delivers basic instruction of fundamental skills necessary for safe, low-impact hiking. This includes effective selection of clothing, routes, equipment, and nutrition. FILA general education: ES activity
ES-177 Fitness-Jogging
ES-180 Exercise Exploration
ES-185 Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding Lessons. The course meets for the entire semester. Contact instructor for lesson times. FILA general education: ES activity
ES-186 Swordsmanship
This course introduces students to the use of the medieval longsword as taught by the German and Italian fechtmeister (fight or fencing masters) in the 14th and 15th centuries. Instruction will encompass fundamentals (stance, footwork, focus, initiative, etc.), principles of attack and defense and advanced techniques ("windings," close-quarter play, half-sword techniques). The chivalric attitudes of honor and courtesy will be emphasized in partner drills throughout the course. The evolution of swords and armor during that period will also be discussed. FILA general education: ES activity
ES-189 Ultimate Frisbee
This course will introduce students to Ultimate Frisbee, a growing sport that combines many aspects of football, soccer and basketball. Instruction will include rules of the game, development of individual skills (throwing, catching and defensive technique) and team strategy. Students will participate in small-scale drills that develop individual technique and team strategy, as well as team game play. FILA general education: ES activity
ES-207 First Respondent First Aid and Emergency Care
Emergency care training for those who are likely to be the first person responding to the scene of an accident, fire or medical emergency.
ES-210 Group Fitness Instruction
Designed for students to learn and apply the practical skills of group fitness instruction. The coursework will be centered around the skills and abilities necessary to obtain an NCCA accredited group fitness certification and successfully lead group fitness classes.
ES-250 Emergency Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Survey course in athletic training. Introduces the student to prevention of injuries, emergency care, general medical conditions and administration.
ES-251 Basic Concepts in Athletic Training
Introduces the student to risk factors, prevention, etiology (anatomical, biomechanical and physiological mechanisms), recognition and treatment of recreational and competitive sports injuries. Prerequisites: ES-250 and BIOL-305 Corequisites: ES-320
ES-252 Clinical Affiliation I: Introduction to Athletic Training
Introduces the newly admitted athletic training student to the competencies and proficiencies related to the field of athletic training. This clinical affiliation may require travel to off-campus clinical sites. Prerequisites: ES-250 and admission to the Athletic Training Educational Program
ES-301 General Medical Conditions
Examination of general medical conditions of all body systems including causes of pathogen-related illnesses, chronic diseases, and other acute illnesses. The application of basic human anatomy is required for common medical condition screening, assessment, referral and treatment. Prerequisites: BIOL-305
ES-329 Practicum in Health & Exercise Science
Credits: 2 Term Offered: All Terms
Practicum experience consistent with the career objectives of the student. One hundred hours of competency-based work in an environment relevant to the student's chosen career. Prerequisite: junior standing
ES-351 Athletic Injury Evaluation
Examination of systemic evaluation techniques for injuries. The ability to recount, analyze and demonstrate an accurate systemic evaluation, suggest a physical dysfunction based on the analysis of the evaluation findings and plan a treatment approach based on the assessment is required for course completion. Prerequisites: ES-251 and BIOL-314 or permission of instructor
ES-352 Clinical Affiliation II: Lower Extremity
Assessment of the competencies and proficiencies related to the evaluation and care of lower extremity injuries and illnesses. This clinical affiliation may require travel to off-campus clinical sites. Prerequisite: Satisfactory grade in ES-252
ES-353 Clinic Affiliation III: Upper Extremity
Assessment of the competencies and proficiencies related to the evaluation and care of upper extremity injuries and illnesses. This clinical affiliation may require travel to off-campus clinical sites. Prerequisite: Satisfactory grade in ES-352
ES-357X Global Healthcare and Sport
Comparison of the similarities and differences between varied World Health Organization ranked global healthcare systems. Emphasis will be placed on exploring delivery, financing, and effectiveness of services within various healthcare systems, with a special focus on sports medicine and related prevention and intervention resources for athletes. The class will travel to Portugal and Hungary for 14 days. Prerequisite: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW FILA general education: world cultures and experiential learning
ES-362 Lifeguard Train
ES-363 Lifeguard Instructor
Training instructor candidates to teach the American Red Cross (ARC) courses, and to review courses and challenges in: Lifeguard Training, Community Water Safety, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguarding Instructor Aide and Longfellow's Whales Tales. Prerequisites: ES-362 Offered alternate years
ES-366 Water Safety Instructor
Training instructor candidates to teach the American Red Cross (ARC) Swimming and Water Safety course in: Infant and Pre-school Aquatics Program, Levels I-VII of the Learn to Swim Program, Community Water Safety course, Water Safety Instructor Aide course, and Safety Training for Swim Coaches course (additional training required). Prerequisite: ES-362 Offered alternate years
ES-371 Teaching and Coaching Football
Techniques of teaching and coaching popular sports from basic fundamentals to detailed strategies. Organizational methods and administrative concerns particular to the specific sport are included.
ES-372 Teaching and Coaching Track and Field
ES-373 Teaching and Coaching Basketball
ES-374 Teaching and Coaching Baseball and Softball
ES-375 Teaching and Coaching Tennis
ES-377 Teaching and Coaching Volleyball
ES-379 Teaching and Coaching Soccer
ES-441 Foundations of Traffic Safety
The first of two courses required by the Virginia Department of Education for an endorsement in driver education. Development of an understanding of the highway transportation system, the complexity of the driving task, factors contributing to the performance of highway users, and attitudes and skills necessary to develop competent drivers. Provides prospective teachers with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively deliver the course content as presented in the Administrative and Curriculum Guide for Driver Education in Virginia.
ES-445 Foundations of Methodologies of Classroom and In-Car Instruction
The second of two courses required by the Commonwealth of Virginia for endorsement in driver education. Incorporation of current teaching methods and research in the field of driver education. Emphasis on organization and administration, classroom instruction, single car instruction, multiple-car range, simulation and evaluation. Emphasis on actual teaching skills including a minimum of 20 hours of actual behind-the-wheel, supervised teaching experience. Course content is consistent with the Administrative and Curriculum Guide for Driver Education in Virginia. Prerequisites: ES-441 and a valid driver's license
ES-450 Advanced Clinical Evaluation
Examination of advanced evaluation skills enabling professionals to critically analyze injuries and their ensuing treatments. Prerequisite: ES-351
ES-451 Clinical Affiliation IV: Equipment Intensive
Assessment of the competencies and proficiencies related to the application and care of protective medical devices and athletic equipment. This clinical affiliation may require travel to off-campus clinical sites. Prerequisite: Satisfactory grade in ES-353
ES-452 Clinical Affiliation V: General Medical
Assessment of the competencies and proficiencies related to the evaluation and care of general medical conditions. This clinical affiliation may require travel to off-campus clinical sites. Prerequisite: Satisfactory grade in ES-451
ES-453 Counseling & Pharmacology
Introduction to the concepts of pharmacology and counseling as related to healthcare. Prerequisite: ES-450
ES-470 Cultural Competence & Ethics Healthcare
This course is a directed study of cultural and ethical issues associated with varied allied health professional's service delivery. The experience is designed to advance the student's knowledge in providing healthcare for diverse cultural groups within the United States healthcare system including discussions related to the following: communications, family roles, high risk behaviors, healthcare practices, spirituality, and death rituals. Concurrently, the class will provide insight into the formation and use of various allied healthcare professional organization's code of ethics.
ES-480X Internship
Provides an opportunity for a student to gain field experience in an area related to the student's program of study or career goals. The learning objectives for internships include connecting academic knowledge and problem-solving processes to experiences and problems in professional settings. Supervision of an intern is provided by an appropriate faculty member and by a site supervisor of the agency or business in which the student is an intern. A student who wishes to engage in an internship must consult with the appropriate faculty member at least eight weeks in advance of the start of the term in which the internship is to be completed. A description of the internship, signed by the student and the faculty sponsor, must be filed with the director of internships by the first day of the semester prior to the start of the internship. Approval of each application for an internship is made by the director of internships based upon approved policies and guidelines. Internships are graded on an S or U basis. Students must complete 120 hours of internship-related work as well as weekly journal entries and a final reflective paper completed in accordance with approved requirements. A student may enroll in an internship program for 3 credits per semester, and internship credit may be earned in subsequent semesters subject to the limitations that no more than two internships may be pursued in any one agency or business and a maximum of 9 credits in internships may be applied toward graduation. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW, junior or senior standing, and a minimum 2.0 grade point average FILA general education: experiential learning
ES-490 Independent Study
Upon approval of the department and the division head, a student with a cumulative grade point average of 2.20 or better may engage in an independent study or research project. One desiring to pursue independent study or research must submit a written description of the proposed work to the chair of the appropriate department and to the appropriate division head prior to the last day of the drop and add period for the semester in which the study is to be conducted. At the end of the semester, the supervising professor files with the registrar a grade for the student and a description of the work accomplished. Credit may be received for no more than three independent studies or research projects.
FCS-250 International Foods & Nutrition
A look at the importance of food and nutrition in individual lives, communities and nations with emphasis on non-western and third world countries. It allows students to develop an understanding of food customs and the influence of culture and religion on food habits and health beliefs (ex. Edible/non-edible foods) while focusing on how these health beliefs and cultural influences impact one's actions and nutritional behaviors. Problems in nutrition as malnutrition and obesity along with food shortages/excesses and solutions currently being tried or projected through national, international and voluntary agencies are studied. Questions as to what one's health beliefs and cultural influences are and how these impact ones' actions are discussed. Laboratory experiences emphasize cultural influence on political, ethical, geographic, social and finally food choices. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW FILA general education: global dynamics
FCS-324 20th Century Interiors
A survey of interiors from 1900 to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship of architecture and interior furnishings to the economic, political, religious, social and technical climate of the times. Offered on demand
FCS-368W Sociology of the Family
Examination of the human family historically and comparatively in various cultures with major emphasis placed upon the modern American family. Included are such topics as the diversity of family structures, the social construction of emotions, gender expectations and roles, parenting, the life cycle, and family tensions. Prerequisites: FILA-150 or FILA-350EW, SOC-101 and ENG-110 FILA general education: writing intensive (Cross-listed as SOC-368W)
FCS-460 Professional Family and Consumer Sciences Practicum
Field experiences in occupations related to Family and Consumer Sciences. Opportunities, qualifications, skills, and professional standards and ethics are studied. Two hours per week in class and a minimum of 100 (3 credits) or 200 (6 credits) hours of field experiences. Prerequisite: Senior standing
FCS-480X Internship
FCS-490 Independent Study
FCS-491 Research
FCS-499 Honors Project