HERS 348 - Health Coaching: From Theory to Practice

(2 S.H.)

This course will study key issues concerning community health care aimed at developing approaches to supporting patients. Students will be engaged in the process of educating and motivating identified at risk patients to take an active and meaningful role in their health and well-being. Students will develop a comprehensive series of bio-psycho-social insights for promoting positive health behaviors, enabling patients to move past their perceived obstacles and boosting overall adherence. The process of exploring identified healthcare challenges/opportunities is intended to prepare students for effectively serving as health coaches in the community. This course provides students with the academic foundation for a subsequent Health Coach Practicum(s) with Winona Health Services. Prerequisites:

✽ HERS 204 - Personal & Community Health

and/or consent of instructor. Preferred prerequisite:

◎ HERS 328 - Behavioral Interventions

. Grade Only. Offered each semester. Note: Effective Spring 2014.

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