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HPRS 1202 Wellness and Health Promotion (2)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HOCC 1274.
Prerequisite: None.
An overview of wellness theory and its application throughout the life span. Focus on attitude development, impact of cultural beliefs, and communication of wellness. (2 Lec.)
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HPRS 1204 Basic Health Professions Skills (2)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number
HOCC 1270.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the concepts that serve as the foundation for health profession courses. Topics include client handling and safety issues, basic client monitoring, and health documentation methods. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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HPRS 1291 Special Topics in Health Professions and Related Sciences, Other (2)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HOCC 1271.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course builds on previously acquired knowledge and skills. Lecture and simulated laboratory experience prepares the student to perform patient care utilizing critical thinking and advanced clinical skills. The student for successful completion must demonstrate an effective level of practice and knowledge. (1 Lec, 4 Lab.)
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HPRS 2201 Pathophysiology (2)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HOCC 1273.
Prerequisite: None.
Study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries. (2 Lec.)
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HPRS 2231 General Health Professions
Management (2)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HOCC 1272.
Prerequisite: None.
Exploration of the management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HOCC 1370.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, methods of administration, client education, and calculation of dosages. (3 Lec.)
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Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
