Allied Health Science (ALHS)

ALHS1010. Intro/Anatomy and Physiology. (4 Credits)

Provides a study of medical terminology and the basic study of structure and function of the human body. It provides an overview of the functions of each body system and the medical terminology associated with each system. This course is intended for students in non-medical programs and is designed to provide medical terminology and basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

ALHS1011. Structure/Funct of Human Body. (5 Credits)

Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include general plan and function of the human body, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous and sensory systems, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.

ALHS1015. Basic Inorganic Chemistry. (2 Credits)

Introduces chemical concept principles, laws, and techniques applicable to the medical laboratory. Topics include laboratory safety, fundamental principles of chemistry, weight and measures, solutions, and basic laws of chemistry.

ALHS1040. Introduction to Health Care. (3 Credits)

Introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control/blood and air-borne pathogens.

ALHS1054. Spanish for Allied Health Wk.. (3 Credits)

An introduction to the Spanish language and Latino culture as applied to the allied health industry. Topic include: introductory conversational Spanish with emphasis on allied health industry and on medical terminology vocabulary in the areas of Spanish verbs, nouns and grammar and understanding and appreciating the aspects of Latino culture for more effective management. Additional concentration on completing physical assessments in Spanish and questioning of patients as to their health conditions, needs, and concerns.

ALHS1060. Diet and Nutrition for AHS. (2 Credits)

ALHS1090. MedTerm/Allied Health Sciences. (2 Credits)

Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Topics include: origins (roots, prefixes, and suffixes), word building, abbreviations and symbols, and terminology related to the human anatomy.

ALHS1100. Nurse Aide Fundamentals. (6 Credits)

ALHS1113. Intro to Health Professions. (2 Credits)

ALHS1126. Health Sci Physics. (4 Credits)

ALHS1127. Health Sciences Chemistry. (4 Credits)

Provides an introduction to basic chemical principles and concepts which explain the behavior of matter. Topica include measurement and units, atomic structure, chemical bonding, physical states of matter, nomenclature, stoichiometry, acids and bases, gases, liquid mixtures, nuclear chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry.

ALHS1140. Health Care Communication. (3 Credits)

Effective communication skills are essential for all health care workers. This course aims to improve understanding of the ways in which people communicate and relate to each other in various heatlh care settings. It also seeks to promte more effective communication and relationships among health care workers, patients, and other health team members. Course content is designed for front line workers in any health care profession or setting.