Health Education
1 courses · Palo Verde College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
HEA 140 Health Education
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is the study of healthful living through the development of sound emotional health, self-actualization and self-esteem. Successful stress management, rewarding relationships with other people and physical fitness are covered. Emphasis is on a positive approach to health with most health problems seen as being preventable through healthful living habits. Course includes sections on: problems associated with substance abuse, including tobacco, alcohol, and drugs; violence in the world; preventing and fighting disease; and facing life changes.