PEH-Physical Educ - Health


PEH 212Alcohol, Drugs and TobaccoUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Theories of drug use, pharmacology, tolerance, dependence, nicotine, alcohol usage, alcoholism, sedative-hypnotics, narcotics, amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, hallucinogens, steroids and treatment. This course does not constitute credit toward meeting the Physical Education GER requirement


PEH 213Human SexualityUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Physiological and psychosocial aspects of human sexuality. Emphasis placed on health-related topics of birth control, pregnancy, childbirth, abortion and sexually-transmitted diseases. Concepts of gender acquisition, sexual values, and sexual morality discussed as related to the promotion of healthy lifestyles within contemporary American culture.


PEH 280Responding to EmergenciesUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Information necessary to evaluate vital signs and bodily functions as related to emergency response; training to evaluate and react correctly to most emergency situations which might arise, and to perform temporary medical care and the follow-up action as indicated. Optional fee assessed for certification. Does not satisfy the physical education requirement


PEH 281First ResponderUNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Knowledge and skills necessary to respond appropriately in an emergency. Advanced skills in first aid and CPR (adult, child, and infant, pocket masks and oxygen use) fulfills requirements for First Responder (depending on local protocol).


PEH 284Women's Health IssuesUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall and Spring
This course will review health and wellness issues affecting women through their life span. It will explore medical concerns and prevention as well as social health issues that disproportionately affect women in contemporary society. Discussions of current critical topics in women's health will also take place. Minor courses.


PEH 285Personal HealthUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Behavior change, wellness, stress management, cardiovascular diseases, alcohol and tobacco use, cancer, infectious diseases, arthritis, human sexual response, sexual assault, contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases. This course does not constitute credit toward meeting the Physical Education GER requirement


PEH 286Nutrition, Exercise and Weight ControlUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall and Spring
A nutrition, exercise and weight management program emphasizing the basics of proper nutrition and exercise. Emphasis on lifestyle changes and their relationship to appropriate weight management. Medical request


PEH 287Stress ManagementUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Impact of stress upon the psychological and physiological function of the body. Exploration and interaction with stress management techniques. This course does not constitute credit toward meeting the Physical Education GER requirement


PEH (BIO) 300Emergency Medical Technician BasicUNITS: 4 - Offered in Spring Only
Prerequisite: PEH 281
This course leads to eligibility for optional certification as an emergency medical technician basic with the state of North Carolina and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Topics include: roles and responsibilities; medical/legal considerations; respiratory/cardiac emergencies; CPR and airway adjuncts; bleeding and shock; trauma management; medical emergencies and their management; environmental emergencies; emergency childbirth; pediatrics; geriatrics; exposure to hazardous situations; introduction to hazardous materials; psychological emergencies; patient packaging and triage; stabilization and transport of the sick and injured; communications and report writing. Two Saturday classes are required. Certification requires additional time, fees and internship liability insurance.


PEH 335Prevention of Sexual Assault and ViolenceUNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Historical and cultural perspective on rape, sexual assault, and relationship violence will be presented. The course prepares students to deliver a standard outreach program that includes statistics, definitions, risk reduction techniques, medical, legal, psychological, community and campus resources.


PEH 375Health Planning and ProgrammingUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: PEH 285 Personal Health
This course is designed to assist students in developing a foundation in health programming. Students will learn the necessary skills to develop, implement, and evaluate health education programs.


PEH 377Methods of Health PromotionUNITS: 2 - Offered in Fall and Spring
This course focuses on methods and techniques for delivering health-related content to diverse populations. Cooperative learning, critical thinking, peer educator training, and decision-making will be applied to various health dimensions.


PEH 493Practicum in HealthUNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: PEH 285, PEH 375, PEH 377, and 6 hours of electives from the Health Minor
This course focuses on applying program development, management, evaluation, and educational strategies and techniques within a health-related setting. Students are required to purchase internship liability insurance to participate in the practicum. Contact University Insurance & Risk Management for details on acquiring the insurance and the current charge.