HPS 4950 - Community Coaching for Health

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): HPS 4700 or ITP 4400 and Senior Standing

Description: Lifestyle medicine knowledge is meant to be applied in the community setting, in order to truly impact the health of others. This course will allow senior students to utilize their competencies in lifestyle medicine, wellness coaching, and patient navigation in the community. Through community and campus partnerships, students will have the opportunity to apply their skills in real-world situations to impact the health and wellbeing of clients. Students will complete a coaching log that may be utilized when applying for the National Board Certification for Health and Wellness Coaching. Professionalism, documentation skills, and refinement of their coaching skills will be emphasized.

University Requirement(s): Senior Experience