WELL
020 F

30 minutes lecture and one hour lab per week. This course is designed to assess the physical fitness level of students. Measurements of body composition, cardiac profile, blood pressure, muscular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility and cardio respiratory endurance will be included in the class. After testing, based on test results, students will be counseled and exercise recommendations will be given. A lab fee will be charged. (Degree credit)

WELL
040 F

One hour lecture and one hour lab per week. This course is designed to train students to perform and interpret fitness tests based on the major components of physical fitness. (Degree credit)

WELL
110 F

Two hours lecture per week.  This course is designed to meet the specific needs of massage therapy students and professionals interested in pathology.  This important course includes topics such as pain, inflammation and healing, and pathology associated with each of the systems.  This class is part of the Physical Education's Therapeutic and Sports Massage: Massage therapist program. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
119 F

Two hours lecture per week. This interactive and informative course takes an in-depth look at the kinesiology and functional actions of the torso, legs, and upper body musculature as it applies to exercise. Students will learn the proper postural stabilization techniques, selective recruitment patterns and progressive resistance that influences overall body alignment along with practical implications of bones, joints, muscles, nerves, and muscle actions in developing structurally sound exercise programs. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
200 F

Two hours lecture per week. This course examines how the body functions under conditions of exercise stress. Students will study the practical implications of muscle function, cardio respiratory function, training techniques, and the environment on exercise. (CSU) (UC) (Degree credit)

WELL
220 F

Two hours lecture per week. Three field trips are required. This course examines the scientific evidence concerning the relationship between physical activity level and physical, mental, and social-psychological well-being during aging, changes related to inactive lifestyles (functional mobility and health declines), and the positive effects on an active lifestyle on successful aging and prevention of disease and disability.  (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
221 F

Prerequisite: Completion of all courses in the Personal Trainer Certificate. ANAT 231 F; NUTR 210 F PE 154 F, PE 235 F; WELL 040 F, WELL 119 F, WELL 200 F. Plus two units of restricted electives from: PE 147 F, PE 152 F, PE 159 F, PE 199 F, PE 243 F, PE 266 F; WELL 242 F.  Two hours lecture, two hours lab per week. This course is designed to provide our Personal Training certificate students an opportunity to train clients (current FC students) under the supervision of our Physical Education faculty. The trainer gains practical hands-on experience working with clients. Course may be taken twice for credit. (CSU) (PE 199 F UC review required.)  (Degree credit)

WELL
230 F

Three hours lecture per week. Body-mind health refers to the integration of the mind (our thoughts, attitudes and emotions) and the body, and to their impact on our overall health and well being. Body-mind health encompasses all aspects of out lives; physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
232 F

Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. This course is the foundation for the entire program. It gives the students theoretical and practical experience in massage therapy. The student will master a series of Swedish massage techniques. Additionally, students practice body mechanics, centering, breathing and assessment. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
233 F

Advisory: Massage Technician Certificate (WELL 119 F, 230 F, 232 F, 236 F, 238 F, ANAT 231 F).  Two hours lecture, three hours lab per week.  Intermediate massage therapy skills build on the basics learned in the introduction to massage course. Special attention is given to the development of palpatory skills and increases the student's awareness of the body-mind benefits of therapeutic massage. Students learn to integrate acupressure with western styles of massage. Additionally, the student will develop and practice the following skills: postural realignment, craniosacral motion, and side lying massage techniques. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
234 F

Prerequisite: WELL 233 F Intermediate Massage.  Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.  Advanced Massage is a course designed to enhance the skills of massage students who have already completed the basic and intermediate massage courses. Methods and procedures of advanced soft tissue techniques and related topics; an integration of techniques practiced in intermediate massage. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
236 F

Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Sports Massage Level I. This course will offer the basic principles of sports massage. This course is designed for massage students, personal trainers, and other athletic professionals. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
238 F

Advisory: WELL 119 F Applied Biomechanics, 230 F The Body-Mind Connection, 232 F Introduction to Massage, and 236 F Sports Massage.  One hour lecture and two hour lab per week. This course develops the student's confidence and professional massage skills in working with the public while under supervision of licensed massage therapist instructor. Course may be taken four times for credit.  (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
239 F

Advisory: WELL 234 F Advanced Massage.  Five to twenty hours of internship per week.  Students apply their knowledge and skills in working directly with the public in supervised settings. Students independently perform field work under supervision in various settings e.g., at community agencies, with athletic teams, spas, chiropractors or health care facilities. Course may be taken four times for credit for a maximum of eight units. (CSU) (Degree credit)

WELL
242 F

One and one-half hour lecture per week. The physiology of the stress response as well as specific physical changes, which indicate the onset of stress, will be covered. There will be discussion of the nature of various stressors, stress induced emotions as well as the role of thought process in the development and prevention of stress. Emphasis will be placed on the difference between "disputing" and "distracting" in managing stresses including the techniques used for each. Emphasis will also be placed on the analysis of stressful events and the application of the appropriate techniques. The place of diet and exercise will be covered as well as specific problem areas related to fitness such as back and neck care. Activity periods will cover flexibility and relaxation training, with instruction in the various relaxation techniques such as breathing, progressive relaxation, deep relaxation, Autogenesis and visualization.  (CSU) (Degree Credit)