Undergraduate Course Catalog 2007-2008
College of Health and Human Services
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Communication Sciences and Disorders (COMM)
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Chairperson: Stephen N. Calculator
Professor: Stephen N. Calculator
Associate Professor: Steven P. Bornstein, Frederick C. Lewis, Penelope E. Webster
Affiliate Associate Professor: Mark R. Windt
Assistant Professor: Michael Fraas
Clinical Associate Professor: Jeanne H. O'Sullivan, Ruth E. Peaper, Amy S. Plante
Clinical Assistant Professor: Sheryl Gottwald, Rae M. Sonnenmeier, Mary Jane Sullivan
Instructor: Timothy Bryant
Lecturer: Pamela E. Broido
Communication sciences and disorders is the profession devoted to
helping people overcome disabilities of speech, language, or hearing.
The study of communication sciences and disorders may begin in the
freshman or sophomore year. Students learn about speech, language, and
hearing disorders in the classroom and are involved in clinical
observation in the on-campus Speech-Language-Hearing Center. Students
are encouraged to take elective courses in linguistics, human
development, learning theory, early childhood, health administration,
special education, and various aspects of rehabilitation.
Students are advised to continue their professional education at
colleges or universities offering graduate programs leading to a
master’s degree and to subsequent certification by the American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Certified clinicians find
employment opportunities in hospitals, schools, community speech and
hearing clinics, and private practice.
The required courses in communication sciences and disorders which all
students in the program must successfully complete are COMM 520, Survey
of Communication Disorders; COMM 521, Anatomy and Physiology of the
Speech and Hearing Mechanism; COMM 522, The Acquisition of Language;
COMM 524, Clinical Phonetics; COMM 630, Organic Pathologies; COMM 631,
Articulation and Language Disorders in Children; COMM 635, Professional
Issues in Speech-Language Pathology; COMM 704, Basic Audiology; COMM
705, Introduction to Auditory Perception and Aural Rehabilitation; and
COMM 777, Speech and Hearing Science. Students must also complete KIN
706, Neurology, and a course in statistics. Other elective courses are
available.
Students must have a grade-point average of 2.75 at the end of their
sophomore year to continue in the major. A 2.75 grade-point average is
also required to transfer into the major. Students interested in this
program should consult with the chairperson, Stephen N. Calculator.
Minor in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Studies
The minor in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Studies is intended to provide
students with courses leading to specialized knowledge related to the
fields of deafness and hearing loss. It will be of interest to students
who intend to engage in teaching, counseling, rehabilitation, social
work, and other professions in which contact with individuals who are
deaf or hard of hearing may be expected. There may be some interest as
well on the part of students majoring in TESOL and linguistics due to
the bilingual aspect of part of the field study. (Individuals whose
native language is American Sign Language (ASL) receive instruction in
English as a second language.) Finally, it will be a good option for
those students who wish to move on to graduate study in the fields of
deaf education, rehabilitation counseling, speech-language pathology,
and audiology.
Curriculum and Requirements
The minor in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Studies will require the following for a minimum of 20 credits:
1. COMM 533 American Sign Language I
2. COMM 733 American Sign Language II
3. COMM 536 Introduction to Deaf Studies
4. Two electives from the list of electives, below.
COMM 537 Deaf Culture
COMM 734 American Sign Language III
COMM 735 American Sign Language IV
COMM 704 Audiology*
COMM 705 Auditory Perception and Aural Rehabilitation*
COMM 779 Internship in Deaf/Hard of Hearing Studies (pending approval)
COMM 522 Acquisition of Language*
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* required of CSD majors
Communication Sciences and Disorders majors may not use a course
required of their major to fulfill both major and minor requirements.
Students in the minor must earn a grade of C- in each course in order
to receive credit for the course in the minor. A maximum of 8 credits
will be accepted in transfer.
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Family Studies (FS)
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Chairperson: Elizabeth M. Dolan
Associate Professor: Kristine M. Baber, Elizabeth M. Dolan, Barbara R. Frankel, Michael F. Kalinowski, Kerry Kazura, John W. Nimmo, Corinna Jenkins Tucker
Assistant Professor: Dora Wu Chen
Clinical Assistant Professor: Mark Moses
Extension Educators: Charlotte W. Cross
The department’s mission is to support the well-being of individuals
and families through research, teaching, and service. Programs
emphasize both theoretical and practical knowledge about lifespan
development, the social and economic roles of families, child advocacy,
teacher and parent education, and intervention programs that support
families. The department is committed to acknowledging and supporting
diversity, to providing an educational environment that stresses
excellence and innovation, and to developing exemplary programs to
serve both students and the larger community.
Students learn about families through integration of developmental,
theoretical, and empirical information. The department offers a B.S.
degree in family studies. Each student selects from one of the four
specializations, each offering unique opportunities. Students prepare
for positions in family service organizations, educational settings and
programs, corporations, and government agencies. Each specialization
has entry-level criteria and specific course requirements. All require
close consultation with a faculty adviser. Any changes or updates are
posted on our Web site.
The nursery/kindergarten teaching certification and the Certified
Family Life Educator programs are highly structured and may have
limited enrollment. Acceptance to these programs and to internships and
practica is restricted to students demonstrating exceptional potential
for working with children and families.
Major Requirements
Core courses required of each family studies major are: FS 525, Human
Development and FS 545, Family Relations. A minimum of nine family
studies courses is required, at least two of which must be at the 700
level. Twenty credits of supporting coursework are selected in
consultation with the adviser. These courses must be 500 level or above
and must include at least 12 credits in courses outside the department.
Each specialization has required or recommended supporting courses.
Some departmental specializations may specify general education courses
because they enhance the plan of study. Family studies majors are
required to complete an undergraduate statistics course.
Child Advocacy and Family Policy Specialization
This specialization focuses on analyzing and solving problems related
to children and their families with a primary emphasis on unmet needs.
The goal is for students to complete their degree with a detailed
understanding of human development, family relations, educational and
government initiatives and regulations, cultural differences,
statistics, politics, and effective communication strategies. The
specialization is designed to prepare students for entry-level
positions as advocates or policy generalists, or to pursue a graduate
degree.
Department Requirements
FS 525, Human Development
FS 545, Family Relations
FS 553, Personal and Family Finance for Family Life Educators, or
FS 653, Family Economics
FS 623, Development Perspectives on Infancy and Early Childhood, or
FS 624, Developmental Perspectives on Adolescence and Early Adulthood
FS 641, Parenting Across the Lifespan, or
FS 743, Families, Schools and Community, or
FS 760, Family Programs and Policies
FS 746, Human Sexuality, or
FS 750, Contemporary Issues in Adolescent Development, or
FS 757, Race, Class, Gender and Families
FS 772, Child Advocacy
FS 773, International Perspectives on Families and Young Children
FS 794, Families and the Law
FS 710, Internship
Supporting Courses
ENGL 503 or ENGL 621, ANTH 516 or ANTH 517, SW 705 or PSYC 581, EDUC 500 or FS 635
Young Child Specialization/Nursery-Kindergarten Teaching Certification
This concentration is for those who have a broad interest in working
with young children ranging in age from birth to age eight. This
specialization has four major foci that include child development,
teaching methodology and curriculum development, developmentally
appropriate learning environments for young children, and
home-school-community relations.
The nursery-kindergarten certification (N/K) is a highly competitive
program within the young child specialization. Students who qualify and
who are accepted into the program will participate in student teaching
in their senior year. Applications to the N/K program are completed by
students during the fall of the junior year.
Department Requirements
FS 525, Human Development*
FS 545, Family Relations*
FS 623, Developmental Perspectives on Infancy and Early Childhood*
FS 635, Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Settings*
FS 708-709, Advanced Child Development Internship*
FS 733, Supervising Programs for Young Children*
FS 734, Curriculum for Young Children*
FS 743, Families, Schools and Community*
FS 771, Observation and Assessment*
Students accepted into the certification program must also enroll in the following courses during their senior year:
FS 785, Seminar for Student Teachers*
FS 786, Seminar for Student Teachers*
FS 788, Student Teaching of Young Children*
Supporting Courses
EDUC 500* (may substitute FS 708 or FS 709); THDA 583* or 621; PSYC
581; KIN 600* or 675; MATH 601* or EDUC 741; FS 760, 772, 773, 794, 797
(Families in Poverty); EDUC 706*, 733, 734, 750, 751, 760*.
*These courses are required for nursery/kindergarten certification.
Family Support/Provisional Certification Family Life Education
This specialization is for students interested in working with
children, adolescents, and adults either as individuals or as families.
Students develop knowledge and skills to prepare them to provide family
support, direct services, and family life education. This
specialization prepares students to work in human service settings.
Students may choose a plan of study leading to a provisional
certification as a family life educator.
The National Council on Family Relations has approved the Department of
Family Studies undergraduate program as meeting the standards and
criteria required for the Provisional Certified Family Life Educator
(CFLE) designation. Certified family life educators work in a variety
of settings including social services, health services, child care,
family support, youth programs, parent education, junior and senior
high schools, and universities and colleges. The designation recognizes
expertise in a broad range of issues that constitute family life
education and increases credibility by validating the individual’s
education and experience.
Department Courses
FS 525, Human Development*
FS 545, Family Relations*
FS 641, Parenting Across the Life Span*
FS 746, Human Sexuality*
FS 757, Race, Class and Gender*
FS 760, Family Programs and Policies*
FS 794, Families and the Law*
FS 553, Personal and Family Finance for Family Life Professionals*, or
FS 653, Family Economics*
FS 623, Developmental Perspectives on Infancy and Early Childhood, or
FS 624, Developmental Perspectives on Adolescence and Early Adulthood
FS 772, International Approaches to Child Advocacy, or
FS 773, International Perspectives on Children and Families
Students accepted into the CFLE Program must also take:
FS 782, Family Internship*
FS 792, Seminar for Family Interns*
Supporting Courses
Gerontology Minor
FS 750, Contemporary Issues in Adolescent Development
Research Methods course (e.g., PSYC 502)
NURS 535; PSYC 552, 582; SOC 525, 540, 675; SW 524, 525, 697A, 697B, 697C; CMN 530 or PSYC 762.
*These courses are required for the Certified Family Life Educator designation.
Individual and Family Development Specialization
This specialization is for students with a broad interest in working
with families. This specialization provides knowledge about specific
life stages of individuals within the context of family systems with a
focus on system dynamics, diverse family systems, gender, and cultural
differences. This plan of study is designed particularly for those
expecting to attend graduate school and those who desire a general
background in lifespan development and family dynamics.
Department Requirements
FS 525, Human Development
FS 545, Family Relations
FS 623, Developmental Perspectives on Infancy and Early Childhood
FS 624, Developmental Perspectives on Adolescence and Early Adulthood
FS 641, Parenting Across the Lifespan
FS 653, Family Economics
FS 746, Human Sexuality
FS 757, Race, Class and Gender
FS 794, Families and the Law
Supporting Courses
FS 750, Contemporary Issues in Adolescent Development
FS 760, Family Programs and Policies
FS 782, Family Internship
FS 792, Family Internship Seminar
Research Methods course (e.g., PSYC 502, Research Methods in Psychology)
PSYC 552, 581, 582
NURS 535
SOC 540
A foreign language
Work with the Institute on Disability
Family Internships
Internship students will apply knowledge gained from their academic
studies in a supervised environment. The internship involves a
commitment of fifteen hours per week for two semesters, plus a
three-hour seminar every other week. Students apply for the internship
during the spring semester of their junior year. Internship applicants
must have completed 20 credits of departmental coursework prior to
their senior year with a minimum overall grade-point average of 3.00
and a departmental grade-point average of 3.20 or higher. Internship
requirements vary depending on specialization. Internship courses will
count toward the 20 credits required in supporting courses.
Family Studies Minor
The department offers a minor to interested students in related majors.
Minor requirements include FS 525, FS 545, and three additional courses
chosen in consultation with a departmental adviser. Individual course
grades must be C or above and the overall grade-point average for the
20 credits must be at least 2.00. Students desiring a minor in family
studies are advised to consult with the departmental administrative
manager as early as possible.
Child Life Minor
The interdisciplinary minor is offered by the Department of Family
Studies and the Therapeutic Recreation Option in the Department of
Recreation Management and Policy. Upon completion of course
requirements, students will be able to sit for the Child Life
Specialist exam. Family studies majors are required to take three core
courses: RMP 502, FS 525, and FS 623. FS students will select two
courses from the following: RMP 501, RMP 503, RMP 504, RMP 603, RMP
604. Students will complete an Internship which will entail a minimum
of 480 hours of experience and be supervised by a certified Child Life
Specialist. Family studies majors will be assigned a minor adviser from
therapeutic recreation.
Adolescence Minor
The UNH Center on Adolescence, in conjunction with the Departments of
Family Studies and Recreation Management and Policy, offers a minor in
Adolescent and Youth Development. The minor is designed to provide
students an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills regarding
adolescence and youth development. Required courses offer a foundation
in theory, research, and practice for all minors. Students select three
additional courses from a wide array of more specialized offerings from
collaborating departments. In order that students may be assisted in
developing a cohesive plan of study for their minor, a simple
application profess will be used. Only students who have submitted an
application, been accepted into the minor, and have completed the
required coursework will be identified as having achieved a minor in
Adolescent and Youth Development. Students will select two courses
from: FS 624, Developmental Perspectives on Adolescence and Early
Adulthood; FS 750, Contemporary Issues in Adolescent Development; RMP
668, Youth Culture and Programs. Students will select three electives
from: EDUC 710c, Youth Organizations; EDUC 797, Seminar in Early
Adolescent Development; EDUC 717, Growing Up Male in America; EDUC 735,
Young Adult Literature; FS 797, Adolescent Males and Violence; KIN 565,
Principles of Coaching; RMP 558, Program Supervision and Leadership;
RMP 560, Recreational Sport Management; RMP 730, Camp Administration
and Leadership; RMP 760, Community Sport Organizations: Administration
and Development; SOC 525, Juvenile Crime and Delinquency; SOC 773,
Sociology of Childhood; RMP 563 or FS 707, Practicum; EDUC 507,
Mentoring Adolescents.
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Health Management and Policy (HMP)
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Chairperson: James B. Lewis
Professor: Cynthia M. Duncan, Jeffrey Colman Salloway, John W. Seavey, Lee F. Seidel
Associate Professor: Rosemary M. Caron, Marc D. Hiller, James B. Lewis
Assistant Professor: Robert J. McGrath
Research Assistant Professor: David J. Laflamme
Clinical Professor: Edgar J. Helms Jr., Leslie N.H. MacLeod
Clinical Assistant Professor: Jason W. Stull
Undergraduates majoring in the health management and policy program are
prepared to embark upon management careers in a wide range of health
care delivery and financing organizations, public health, and health
policy. Graduates work in many settings, including health care delivery
systems, hospitals, nursing homes, health maintenance and other managed
care organizations, public health departments, community-based and
home-health agencies, mental health facilities, regulatory bodies,
consulting companies, and insurance companies.
The academic program is interdisciplinary, with undergraduates taking
courses in many academic units of the University. Students gain a broad
view of health and health care while developing analytical skills in
health care management and policy. The department uses a computer
laboratory that is integrated throughout the curriculum.
The department’s undergraduate program maintains full certification by
the Association of University Programs in Health Administration
(AUPHA). Students have the opportunity to become student members in the
American College of Healthcare Executives and the American College of
Health Care Administrators, both of which are represented by student
chapters at the University. There is also an organization for students
interested in public health issues. The department curriculum is
approved under the New England Regional Student Program.
Academic Program
Competencies are achieved through three components of the curriculum:
University general education requirements, HMP collateral courses, and
the HMP core courses including a field practicum. Students work closely
with their assigned faculty advisers to develop a plan of study to
achieve completion of each of these components. Upper division HMP
courses are sequenced in a two year progression as described in
departmental handouts to all majors. Students are expected to follow
this sequence; any exceptions are made by petition. Late transfers may
have to plan for an extra year. Several upper-division HMP elective
courses are available.
University General Education Requirements:
Advisers assist students in selecting courses that satisfy certain
program expectations and simultaneously meet University general
education requirements.
HMP-Required Collateral Courses:
A basic understanding is expected in each of the following areas
related to health management and policy: 1) microeconomics, 2)
organizational behavior, and 3) statistics. HMP faculty advisers work
with students to select the appropriate courses to fulfill these
requirements. In general, students are advised to complete their
collateral coursework prior to their junior year in the major.
Program-approved courses in organizational behavior and U.S. Health
Care Systems (HMP 401) must have been completed successfully before a
student may begin junior-level studies in the major.
HMP Core Courses:
Each of the following courses must be completed by HMP majors prior to graduation.
Introductory courses include HMP 400, Introduction to Health Management
and Policy; HMP 401, U.S. Health Care Systems; HMP 402, Health
Management and Policy Critical Issues; HMP 501, Epidemiology and
Community Medicine.
Upper-division courses include HMP 642, Health Economics; HMP 711,
Health Systems Research I; HMP 712, Health Systems Research II; HMP
721, Managing Health Care Organizations; HMP 723, Health Planning; HMP
740, Health Care Financial Management; HMP 742, Strategic Management
for Health Care Organizations or HMP 748, Health Policy Analysis; HMP
744, Ethical Issues in Health Management and Medicine; and HMP 746,
Health Policy. Upper-division courses are not offered every semester
and students progress through these courses in a sequential order.
Field Practicum:
A full-time practicum (or administrative internship) that integrates
class work with a supervised managerial work experience constitutes an
essential part of the academic program. It allows students to explore
an area of special interest in depth. Courses comprising this component
of the major include: HMP 621, Prepracticum Seminar; HMP 622, Field
Practicum; and HMP 624, Post Practicum Seminar. The practicum is
divided into three concurrent components: A. Field Practicum
Organizational Analysis; B. Field Practicum Management Skills
Development; and C. Field Practicum Project Analysis. Field practicum
sites are selected by faculty with student involvement and are
concentrated in central and northern New England. Given sufficient
timing of student requests, efforts will be made to arrange practica at
distant sites based on special needs.
HMP field practica currently occur during the summer between the junior
and senior year within the curriculum. They begin in late May and end
in late August and require a full-time commitment.
HMP Elective Courses:
Elective courses within the program may include: HMP 430, Alternative
Medicine and Health; HMP 505, Public Health: History and Practice; HMP
569, Human Behavior and the Public Health; HMP 570, Social Marketing;
HMP 730, Managed Care; HMP 750, Comparative Health Care Systems; and
HMP 755, Long Term Care Management and Policy. In addition, seniors may
have the opportunity to elect independent studies (HMP 796) through
individual arrangements with HMP faculty. Majors are encouraged to
enroll in one or more of these courses before graduation.
Academic Requirements:
HMP majors must obtain a minimum of a C- in all HMP core courses and
must pass all HMP-required collateral courses. Majors must have an
overall grade-point average of 2.50 by the end of the semester
preceding their practicum. Students not maintaining an overall
grade-point average of 2.50 are reevaluated by the faculty and may be
counseled into another major at the University.
The faculty reviews student performances during the semester before the
practicum to determine each student’s readiness. Students who do not
successfully complete prerequisite courses may not be permitted to
advance through subsequent courses in the major.
Applications for Major
Students interested in additional information or in applying for
admission to the health management and policy major should contact the
department’s director of undergraduate studies. Students seeking
internal transfer into the major must complete an internal transfer
application form. Efforts should be made to complete this process
during the freshman year or early in the sophomore year to ensure
sufficient time to complete all of the required collateral courses as
well as those in the major in a timely manner.
Honors in Major
The department offers an honors in major program. To qualify, students
must meet the department’s requirement of having an overall 3.20
grade-point average at UNH and a 3.30 grade-point average for required
HMP courses taken by the end of the junior year. Honors in major
students take honors courses during the last half of junior year and
senior year as well as complete an honors project. Students work with a
faculty member in the department in the development of the honors
project. Students should contact the department’s honors in major
adviser for further information.
Academic Minor in Health Management
The department offers an integrated minor in health management designed
for students majoring in clinically oriented professional programs
offered through other departments in the School of Health and Human
Services. Students not enrolled in the school who wish to minor in
health management may inquire about doing so by contacting the
department’s director of undergraduate studies. Students accepted into
the minor must complete: 1) three required courses (HMP 401, U.S.
Health Care Systems; HMP 721, Managing Health Care Organizations; and
HMP 710, Financial Management for Clinicians); 2) one HMP elective
course (HMP 501, Epidemiology and Community Medicine; HMP 430,
Alternative Medicine and Health; HMP 505, Public Health History and
Practice; HMP 569, Human Behavior and the Public Health; HMP 642 Health
Economics; HMP 744, Ethical Issues in Health Management and Medicine;
or HMP 755, Long Term Care Management and Policy; HMP 746, Health
Policy; and 3) one additional elective course from a list approved by
the department. Students seeking to minor in health management must
complete the application available in the department office and meet
with the department’s director of undergraduate studies before
commencing the minor.
The Department of Health Management and Policy also offers a minor in
public health. Public health deals with the health of populations and
focuses on health promotion and disease prevention as well as access to
the medical system. Public health is interdisciplinary in nature and,
therefore, the minor is composed of courses in the Department of Health
Management and Policy as well as courses in other schools and colleges
in the University.
Public Health Minor
The interdisciplinary public health minor is comprised of 20 credits.
The minor will provide students with an introduction to many of the
foundation areas of public health. It will provide students with a
basic exposure to key concepts and skills in the five core disciplines
of public health, as articulated by the Council on Education for Public
Health. The core courses are biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental
health sciences, health services administration, and social and
behavioral sciences. All students will be required to complete four
courses: HMP 401, US Health Care Systems; HMP 501, Epidemiology; HMP
505, Public Health: History & Practice; and HMP 569, Behavior and
Public Health. The elective courses available to students include
offerings from a variety of schools and departments at UNH.
The minor is open to any baccalaureate student at UNH. Students
majoring in Health Management and Policy will not be able to receive
credit toward the minor for courses taken to fulfill a requirement of
the major.
Public Health Option
This option was approved in 2005 and provides students with the
knowledge and skills for entry-level positions within the public health
agencies/workforce. The public health field is emerging as a key area
for the protection of population health. It provides students with an
introduction to many of the foundation areas of public health and gives
basic exposure to key concepts and skills in the five core disciplines
of public health as articulated by the Council on Education for Public
Health. The core courses are biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental
health sciences, health services administration, and social and
behavioral sciences.
In addition to the core courses, students will be required to take
course work in two additional elective areas; one course from offerings
in Public and Environmental Health and an additional elective from the
offerings in either nutrition and public health or mechanisms of
infectious and chronic disease in public health. The list of elective
courses available is substantial and includes offerings from a
variety of schools and departments at UNH. There are multiple
traditional areas of public health practice: public health and the
environment, nutrition and public health, behavior modification and
infectious and chronic diseases.
The Public Health option at UNH is one of the few programs at the undergraduate level available nationally.
Required Courses
ECON 401 or 402, Micro or Macro economics
HMP 400, Exploring Health 2 cr.
HMP 401, US Health Care Systems
HHS 540 or equivalent in Statistics
HMP 402, Intro to HMP-Roles & Issues
HMP 501, Epidemiology
HMP 702, Quantitative and Research Methods in Epidemiology
HMP 505, History of Public Health
HMP 569, Public Health and Human Behavior
HMP 740, Health Care Financial Management
HMP 621, Pre-Practicum
HMP 712, Health Systems Research
HMP 642, Health Economics
HMP 723, Health Planning
HMP 622, Field Practicum (Summer session junior year)
HMP 624, Post Practicum 2 cr.
HMP 744, Ethical Issues
HMP 746, Health Policy
HMP 748, Health Policy Analysis
Total Credit Hours: 73
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International Affairs (dual major)
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Kinesiology (KIN)
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Chairperson: Michael A. Gass
Professor: Ronald V. Croce, Michael A. Gass, Stephen H. Hardy
Associate Professor: Heather Barber, Robert W. Kenefick, John P. Miller, Timothy J. Quinn, Erik E. Swartz, Neil B. Vroman, Steven C. Wright
Assistant Professor: Brent J. Bell, Karen E. Collins, Michelle A. Grenier, Jayson O. Seaman
Clinical Associate Professor: Daniel R. Sedory
Clinical Assistant Professor: Laurie Gullion, Kenneth T. Hult, Pam McPhee, Allison Sigler, Virginia Logan Westmoreland
Clinical Instructor: Allison Sigler
Instructor: Karen N. Henny
Lecturer: Thomas W. Ashwell
The mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to generate, transmit, and apply knowledge about the role of physical activity (including exercise, movement, outdoor adventure experiences, and sport) in the advancement of health in society. The department has several teaching, research, and service functions that support this mission, including the preparation of professionals in the five options described below. While options vary in emphasis, each curriculum offers students fundamental knowledge in the following areas: the biological, psychological, and sociocultural foundations and consequences of physical activity; the pedagogical and rehabilitative aspects of physical activity; and the management and marketing of delivery systems in the field. Each option makes extensive use of field experiences and internships that blend theory with practice.
The department offers five areas of study for majors: 1) athletic training, 2) exercise science, 3) outdoor education, 4) sport studies, and 5) physical education pedagogy. Students who wish to minor in kinesiology must complete 20 credits of coursework that have been approved by a department minor adviser. No more than 6 of the 20 credits may be earned through activity or coaching courses.
Students interested in majoring or minoring in kinesiology should consult with the specific option coordinator.
Athletic Training Option
An athletic trainer implements injury prevention programs and immediate treatment and rehabilitation procedures for injured individuals as directed by physicians. The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)-accredited athletic training option prepares professionals qualified to attend the athlete, the fitness-conscious jogger, the skilled professional athlete, or anyone engaged in physical activity.
Students take coursework in prevention, evaluation, management, care, and rehabilitation of injuries as well as administration, education, and counseling. Students must earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in all KIN required courses and ZOOL 507-508.
Students gain clinical experience in University athletic training rooms and at off-campus clinical sites. Successful completion of the entire program, including 1,000 hours of supervised clinical experience, qualifies students to take the BOC certification exam. Students who wish to pursue both BOC certification and public school teacher certification should also see the pedagogy option. This double course of study will require between five and six years.
Students are admitted to the University in the athletic training option with conditional status. Specific criteria must be met during the student’s first year before he/she may apply for full-time status in the option, which is awarded to those students demonstrating exemplary performance in classes and clinical observations. Additionally, option technical standards establish the qualities considered necessary for students to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies associated with the program. Candidates for full-time status will be required to verify they understand and meet these technical standards or that, with reasonable accommodations, they can meet the standards. It is very important that interested students consult with option coordinator, Dan Sedory, regarding entry criteria and the technical standards.
Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIN | 506 | Concepts of Athletic Training | 4 |
| KIN | 507 | Concepts of Athletic Training Lab | 1 |
| KIN | 585 | Emergency First Responder | 4 |
| KIN | 620 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
| KIN | 652 | Clinical Kinesiology | 3 |
| KIN | 653A | Musculoskeletal Assessment | 2 |
| KIN | 658 | Evaluation & Care of Athletic Training Injury I | 4 |
| KIN | 658L | Evaluation/Care of Athletic Training Injury I Lab | 1 |
| KIN | 659 | Evaluation & Care of Athletic Training Injury II | 4 |
| KIN | 659L | Evaluation/Care of Athletic Training Injury II Lab | 1 |
| KIN | 660 | Therapeutic Excercise in Athletic Training | 4 |
| KIN | 661 | Therapeutic Exercise Lab | 1 |
| KIN | 662 | Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training | 4 |
| KIN | 663 | Therapeutic Modalities Lab | 1 |
| KIN | 665 | Laboratory Practicum in Athletic Training | |
| 655A | Level I | 2 | |
| 665B | Level II | 2 | |
| 665C | Level III | 2 | |
| 665D | Level IV | 2 | |
| 655E | Level V | 2 | |
| KIN | 667 | Pharmacology in Athletic Training | 2 |
| KIN | 670 | General Medical Conditions in Athletics | 4 |
| KIN | 710 | Organization/Admin of Athletic Training Programs | 4 |
| KIN | 715 | Seminar in Athletic Training | 4 |
| KIN | 718 | Career Preparation in Athletic Training | 4 |
| KIN | 780 | Psychological Factors in Sport | 4 |
University Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUTR | 400 | Nutrition in Health and Well Being | 4 |
| PSYC | 401 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
| Statistics Course | 4 | ||
| ZOOL | 507-508 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 8 |
Exercise Science Option
This curriculum prepares individuals for career opportunities in fitness and health promotion programs in hospitals, industry, and communities. Exercise scientists work in physical activity programs of prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation. Students must earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in every required course. All required courses must be completed before enrolling in KIN 650. Interested students should consult with the option coordinator, Timothy J. Quinn.
Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIN | 585 | Emergency First Responder | 4 |
| KIN | 620 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
| KIN | 621 | Exercise Laboratory Techniques | 4 |
| KIN | 650 | Exercise Science Internship | 8 |
| KIN | 652 | Clinical Kinesiology | 4 |
| KIN | 653A | Musculoskeletal Assessment | 2 |
| KIN | 704 | Electrocardiography | 4 |
| KIN | 705 | Topics in Applied Physiology | 4 |
| KIN | 720 | Science & Practice of Strength Training | 4 |
| KIN | 724 | Metabolic Adaptations to Exercise | 4 |
| KIN | 736 | Fitness and Graded Exercise Testing | 4 |
| KIN | 737 | Exercise Prescription and Leadership | 4 |
| KIN | 794 | Cardiopulmonary Pathologies | 4 |
| KIN | 795 | Practicum in Cardiac Rehabilitation | 2 |
University Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUTR | 400 | Nutrition in Health and Well Being | 4 |
| PSYC | 401 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
| ZOOL | 507-508 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 8 |
| One course chosen from | SOC 502, PSYC 402, or HHS 540 | 4 | |
| CHEM | 403-404 | General Chemistry | 8 |
| CS | 403 | Online Network Applications | 4 |
Outdoor Education Option
The outdoor education option is an award-winning, internationally recognized program preparing individuals for careers in the educational, managerial, and/or therapeutic aspects of physical activity in natural and challenging environments. The option is interdisciplinary in scope, uses the various natural resources in seacoast and mountain areas, and provides students ample opportunity for practical application and field experience. Students must earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in every required course. In addition they must complete 100 days of documented leadership experience prior to beginning an internship. Interested undergraduate students should consult with the undergraduate curriculum coordinator, Laurie Gullion, e-mail lgullion@unh.edu.
Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIN | 540 | Top Rope Rock Climbing | 3 |
| KIN | 541 | Management of Challenge Course | 4 |
| KIN | 543 | Winter Backpacking Skills | 2 |
| KIN | 550 | Outdoor Education Philosophy and Methods | 4 |
| KIN | 551 | Adventure Programming: Backcountry Experiences | 3 |
| KIN | 552 | Adventure Programming: Water-Based Experiences | 3 |
| KIN | 681 | Theory of Adventure Education | 4 |
| KIN | 682 | Outdoor Leadership | 4 |
| KIN | 684 | Emergency Medical Care: Principles/Practices | 3 |
| KIN | 685 | Emergency Medical Care: Principles/Practices Lab | 2 |
| KIN | 686 | Wilderness Emergency Medical Care | 4 |
| KIN | 687 | Leadership Practicum | 4 |
| KIN | 786 | Organization/Administration of Outdoor Education | 4 |
| KIN | 650 | Internship* | (2-4) Cr/F |
*Note: Proof of 100 days of leadership experience is required prior to taking this course.
University Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL | 501 | Introduction to Prose Writing | 4 |
Other: Core of courses emphasizing the particular area or population in
outdoor education of interest to student, e.g., business, education,
psychology—selected with assistance of an adviser.
Elective Courses (must successfully complete at least one)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIN | 545 | High Angle Rescue | 2 |
| KIN | 546 | Whitewater Canoeing | 3 |
| KIN | 547 | Lead Rock Climbing | 3 |
| KIN | 548 | High Altitude Mountaineering | 4 |
| KIN | 549 | Wilderness Programming Skills | 4-8 |
| KIN | 782 | Therapeutic Applications of Adventure Programming | 4 |
| KIN | 693C | Teaching Assistantship | (2) Cr/F |
Sport Studies Option
Sport studies is an interdisciplinary option in the Department of Kinesiology that provides a foundation for a variety of career paths in school and college athletics, including coaching, administration, marketing, and sports information. The major also prepares students for further graduate study in areas such as sport psychology. Some sport studies courses are appropriate for students with career interests in other industry segments (e.g., pro-sports, broadcasting), but those students must choose other majors (e.g., business or journalism). Students take a core of foundation courses (e.g., The Sport Industry) as well as electives in applied areas such as sport marketing, athletic administration, and sport psychology. Majors must earn a grade of B- (2.67) or better in KIN 565 and KIN 580 and a grade of C (2.0) or better in each required University and KIN course. Cognate courses are required in supporting areas such as business, psychology, or in any other approved areas. In addition, an internship experience or independent study is required. An internship experience is strongly recommended since it is often critical to career development. Interested students should consult with the option coordinator, Stephen Hardy.
Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIN | 560 | Sport Psychology | 4 |
| KIN | 562 | Intoduction to Sports Information | 4 |
| KIN | 565 | Principles of Coaching | 4 |
| KIN | 580 | The Sport Industry | 4 |
| KIN | 741 | Social Issues in Contemporary Sports | 4 |
| KIN | 761 | Senior Seminar in Sport Studies | 4 |
Electives--Sixteen credits of approved sport studies electives to include KIN 650 or KIN 696.
University Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS | 401 | Computer Applications | 4 |
| PSYC | 401 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
| One approved statistics course | 4 |
Cognate Requirement (outside of Department of Kinesiology)--Students must complete a package of cognate courses approved by the faculty (minimum 20 credits).
Physical Education Pedagogy Option
Pedagogy is the art and science of teaching. This option integrates a general education background with the theoretical and process knowledge involved in teaching movement-based elementary and secondary physical education programs. Extensive practicum experiences prepare students to teach preschool children, school-aged youth, and young adults, including students with developmental disabilities.
The physical education pedagogy option provides the foundation for public school teacher certification through either our four-year certification program, or, if a student chooses to pursue a master's degree with certification, the Department of Education's Fifth-Year Program. All fifth-year candidates must meet the requirements for admission to graduate school (e.g., grade-point average of 2.67 or above and 800 or above on the Graduate Record Examination). Internal transfer candidates must have a minimum GPA of 2.67 and pass the Praxis I, state licensure exam before admission to the option. All physical education pedagogy option students must receive a "C" grade (2.0) or better in all KIN required courses, including: KIN 655, Middle School and Secondary PE Pedagogy; KIN 666, Middle School and Secondary PE Practicum; KIN 610, Elementary PE Pedagogy; KIN 781, Inclusion in PE; and KIN 570, Elementary PE Practicum. Pedagogy majors are admitted with conditional status. In order to obtain full-time status in the option, majors must pass the Praxis I state licensure exam before classes begin in Fall of their sophomore year and maintain at least a 2.67 overall GPA at the start of their junior year. For questions about this program, contact the option coordinator, Steven Wright, at (603) 862-4408, or e-mailn Steven.Wright@unh.edu.
Required Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIN | 500 | Historical/Contemporary Issues Physical Education | 4 |
| KIN | 501 | First Aid: Responding to Emergencies | 2 |
| KIN | 570 | Elementary Physical Education Practicum | 4 |
| KIN | 600 | Movement and Gymnastics Exploration | 4 |
| KIN | 601 | Lifetime Sports | 3 |
| KIN | 603 | Team Sports | 3 |
| KIN | 610 | Elementary Physical Education Pedagogy | 4 |
| KIN | 620 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
| KIN | 648 | Current Issues in Health | 4 |
| KIN | 652 | Clinical Kinesiology | 3 |
| KIN | 653B | Biomechanical Analysis of Movement | 2 |
| KIN | 655 | Middle School/Secondary Physical Education | 4 |
| KIN | 666 | Middle/Secondary Physical Education Practicum | 4 |
| KIN | 675 | Motor Development and Learning | 4 |
| KIN | 676 | Adventure Activities | 3 |
| KIN | 780 | Psychological Factors in Sport | 4 |
| KIN | 781 | Inclusion in Physical Education | 4 |
Required Education Courses
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC | 700/800 | Educational Structure and Change | 2-4 |
| EDUC | 705/805 | Alternative Perspectives/Nature of Education | 2-4 |
| KIN/EDUC | 694 | Courses in Supervised Student Teaching | 4 |
| or | |||
| EDUC | 900/901 | Internship and Seminar in Teaching | 3-6 |
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Nursing (NURS)
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Chairperson: Lynette A. Ament
Associate Professor: Lynette A. Ament, Pamela P. Dinapoli, Susan J. Fetzer, Gene E. Harkless, Raelene Shippee-Rice, Carol L. Williams-Barnard
Assistant Professor: Catherine H. Bernosky-Flores, Joyce Dolphin Cappiello, Christine W. Saltzberg, Gerard A. Tobin, Susanne M. Tracy
Clinical Associate Professor: Jeffrey A. Eaton
Clinical Assistant Professor: Denise A. Cole, Elizabeth J. Evans, Pamela J. Levesque, Susan M. McHugh, Paula L. McWilliam, Karen S. Niland, Donna M. Pelletier
The nursing program is nationally accredited by the Commission on
Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle NW, Suite 530,
Washington, DC 20036-1120. It reflects the mission and goals of the
University and focuses on the uniqueness of each individual. The
mission of the Department of Nursing is to enhance the health of
individuals, families, groups, and communities. The philosophy
expresses the beliefs of the faculty regarding person, environment,
health, nursing, and education. Its goals are to help nursing students
develop knowledge and skills essential to the present and future
practice of nursing. Graduates of the program are prepared to provide
care to individuals and groups, help people identify and meet their
health care needs, be effective colleagues on the health care team, and
shape the future of health care.
The curriculum is divided into biological, social sciences, and
humanities as a foundation for courses in the major; and nursing
courses, which emphasize caring, critical thinking, problem solving,
decision making, and developing clinical skills. Clinical experiences
are offered in area hospitals and in community health agencies. The
senior year culminates in a practicum in which students apply
curriculum concepts to an interest area of their choice.
The faculty of the nursing program believe learning is a creative
process wherein students are active participants in their education,
growth, and development as professional nurses. Faculty members are
facilitators and mentors to students within a supportive, scholarly
environment.
Honors in major courses are offered to interested nursing students who
have achieved a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.20 and 3.5
in the major.
The following prerequisite courses must be completed successfully prior
to admission to the major: ENGL 401; ZOOL 507-508; NUTR 400; and PSYC
401. MICR 501 must be taken prior to or concurrent with NURS 501 and
completed with a C or better. A course in statistics must be completed
prior to, or taken concurrent with, NURS 645, Nursing Research.
Prerequisite courses require grades of C or better and only one
prerequisite course may be repeated one time in order to achieve
successful completion.
Most of the prerequisite courses also meet general education
requirements. A cumulative grade-point average of 2.50 must be
maintained throughout the program. Major courses require a minimum
grade of C.
Students are responsible for their own transportation to clinical
agencies, uniforms, professional equipment, liability and health
insurance coverage, criminal background checks, and selected
immunizations. Additional costs associated with the program include
laboratory fees each semester beginning in sophomore year and fees
associated with attendance at professional meetings. Students must be
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by August 1st of their
sophomore year and recertified as necessary until graduation. Students
will be dropped from the major if documentation is not received by the
first day of class.
Freshman Year
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZOOL | 507-508 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 | 4 |
| NUTR | 400 | Nutrition Health and Well Being | 4 | - |
| ENGL | 401 | First-Year Writing | 4 | - |
| PSYC | 401 | Introduction to Psychology | - | 4 |
| Electives (3) | 4 | 8 | ||
| Total | 16 | 16 |
Sophomore Year
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICR | 501 | Microbes in Human Disease | 4 | - |
| NURS | 501 | Introduction to Nursing | 4 | - |
| One course in statistics* | 4 | - | ||
| NURS | 502 | Concepts of Pathophysiology/Pharmacology | - | 4 |
| NURS | 508 | Foundations of Nursing Judgment | - | 4 |
| NURS | 514 | Techniques of Clinical Nursing | - | 4 |
| Electives (2) | 4 | 4 | ||
| Total | 16 | 16 |
Junior Year
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NURS | 615 | Care of the Adult | 4 | - |
| NURS | 615C | Care of the Adult Clinical | 4 | - |
| NURS | 619 | Clinical Decision Making I | 4 | - |
| NURS | 620 | Caring for the Childbearing-Rearing Family | - | 4 |
| NURS | 620C | Caring for Childbearing-Rearing Family Clinical | - | 4 |
| or | ||||
| NURS | 618 | Caring for People w/ Alterations in Mental Health | - | 2 |
| NURS | 618C | Caring for People w/Alterations in Health Clinical | - | 2 |
| and | ||||
| NURS | 624 | Nursing in the Community | - | 4 |
| NURS | 624C | Nursing in the Community Clinical | - | 2 |
| NURS | 622 | Clinical Decision Making II | - | 4 |
| NURS | 645 | Nursing Research | 4 | - |
| Elective | - | 4 | ||
| Total | 16 | 16 |
Senior Year
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NURS | 703 | Nursing Leadership/Management and the Org. Context | 4 | - |
| NURS | 618 | Caring for People w/Alterations in Mental Health | 2 | - |
| NURS | 618C | Caring for People w/Alterations in Health Clinical | 2 | - |
| and | ||||
| NURS | 624 | Nursing in the Community | 2 | - |
| NURS | 624C | Nursing in the Community Clinical | 2 | - |
| or | ||||
| NURS | 620 | Caring for the Childbearing-Rearing Family | 4 | - |
| NURS | 620C | Caring for Childbearing-Rearing Family Clinical | 4 | - |
| NURS | 720 | Clinical Decision-Making III | - | 6 |
| NURS | 720C | Clinical Decision-Making III | - | 6 |
| Electives (2) | 4 | 4 | ||
| Total | 16 | 16 |
*HHS 540, PSYC 402, SOC 502, etc.
R.N. Baccalaureate Program
Registered nurses with a valid registered nurse license who meet
University admission criteria may pursue, on a full- or part-time
basis, a bachelor of science degree with a major in nursing at
UNH-Durham, Keene, or at UNH Manchester.
Curriculum requirements may be met through transfer credits, course
enrollments, and challenge examinations. An R.N. license and one year
of practice experience are required for all nursing coursework.
The nursing component is based on the belief that R.N. students enter
the program with knowledge and competence gained through previous
educational and work experiences. This knowledge and competence can be
demonstrated through completion of required baccalaureate-level nursing
courses. Individualized plans of study are developed to enable
completion of nursing content.
The R.N. student must earn a minimum of 128 credits and have a 2.50
cumulative grade-point average in order to enroll in clinical nursing
courses and maintain that grade-point average throughout their
coursework. A minimum grade of C is required in each nursing course.
Interested R.N.s should consult with the R.N. program coordinator.
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Occupational Therapy (OT)
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Chairperson: Elizabeth L. Crepeau
Professor: Elizabeth L. Crepeau
Associate Professor: Lou Ann Griswold, Shelley E. Mulligan, Barbara Prudhomme White
Assistant Professor: Susan C. Merrill, Douglas C. Simmons, Kerryellen Vroman
Clinical Assistant Professor: Elizabeth A. Stewart, Therese Willkomm
Occupational therapy enables people to participate in daily life
activities including leisure, work, self-care, and home management.
Occupational therapists work with people of all ages to gain or regain
skills and abilities or adapt tasks within their natural environment.
Occupational therapy education includes studies in liberal arts,
biological, behavioral, and health sciences, and occupational science
and occupational therapy.
The occupational therapy program is accredited by the Accreditation
Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). ACOTE is located at
the American Occupational Therapy Association, 4720 Montgomery Lane, P.
O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220. ACOTE’s phone number is (301)
652-2682. Graduates from an accredited program are eligible to sit for
the certification examination for the occupational therapist
administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational
Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the
individual will be a registered occupational therapist (OTR). Most
states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses
are usually based on the results of the NBCOT certification examination.
Combined Bachelor of Science/Master of Science Program
Graduates of professional programs must complete a professional
master’s degree in occupational therapy in order to enter the field.
The University of New Hampshire Department of Occupational Therapy
offers a combined bachelor’s degree/master’s degree program. Students
may enter as freshmen or transfer into the B.S./M.S. program at the end
of the sophomore year, space permitting in the program. Students
interested in transferring into this program should contact the
Department of Occupational Therapy for information about transfer
requirements and application deadlines.
Pre-Professional Curriculum
Students begin the B.S./M.S. curriculum with three years of
pre-professional courses, which include courses in biological and
social sciences as well as occupational therapy. In addition to
University general education courses, students take the following core
courses during their first three years:
ENGL 401, First-Year Writing
PSYC 401, Introduction to Psychology
ZOOL 507 and 508, Human Anatomy and Physiology
Social Sciences: three courses in the social sciences, such as history, sociology, psychology, economics, anthropology
OT 500, The Behavior and Development of Children
OT 501, Development Tasks of Adulthood
OT 510, Exploring Occupational Therapy and Occupation
OT 685, Psychosocial Disorders and Everyday Life
KIN 706 and 707, Neurology and Neurology Lab
Statistics
Additional requirements include:
an experiential learning course for four credits;
a health or social policy course;
a minor or self-designed concentration area that relates to health and human services for a total of 20 credits;
40 hours of volunteer or work experience in a health and human service organization are recommended.
Professional Curriculum
Students in the B.S./M.S. curriculum begin the professional program in the senior year and complete the following courses:
OT 741, Human Occupation
OT 751, Mind Body Systems Neurologically-based Function and Dysfunction
OT 752, Human Movement and Environmental Effects on Everyday Occupations
OT 761, Professional Roles and Principles of Practice
OT 762, Evaluation Principles and Methods
OT 763, Intervention Principles and Methods
OT 771, Enabling Participation in Community Groups
OT 772, Occupation, Health and Community Programming
OT 792, Level I Fieldwork
At the end of this year, students are awarded a Bachelor of Science
degree in occupational science. Students then apply to the Graduate
School as advanced-standing students in the professional master's
program. An overall minimum grade point of 3.0 and a minimum of 3.0
G.P.A. in prerequisite courses is required for admission to the
master's degree program.
Please refer to the Graduate Catalog for additional information about
the master’s program and the fifth year of the occupational therapy
curriculum including fieldwork requirements.
Students have four academic years to complete the professional
curriculum including level II field work. They will then be eligible to
sit for the certification examination administered by the National
Board of Certification of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT). Consistent
with NBCOT, students must sit for the certification examination within
two years of completion of coursework and fieldwork. A felony
conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT
certification examination and/or obtain state licensure.
Students are responsible for transportation to off-campus practicum and
fieldwork locations and must purchase personal liability insurance for
coverage for the practical components of the curriculum.
Curriculum review and revision is undertaken annually. The Department
of Occupational Therapy works closely with students during academic
advising sessions and shares information about policy and requirement
changes during registration periods as well as throughout the academic
year. Students are also expected to take an active role in verifying
expectations and should check with their department advisers each
September for updated policies and requirements. Program requirements
and policies for retention in the major are in the OT Department Policy and Procedure Manual,
which is available on Blackboard. Students are expected to ensure they
have updated information on the department’s current policies and
procedures.
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Recreation Management and Policy (RMP)
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Chairperson: Janet R. Sable
Professor: Lou G. Powell, Janet R. Sable
Associate Professor: Robert J. Barcelona, Ann L. Morgan
Assistant Professor: Heather E. Bowen, Joshua Carroll
Affiliate Assistant Professor: James Hilton
Clinical Assistant Professor: Patricia J. Craig, Jill Gravink
Clinical Instructor: Tom Carr, David Lee
As the fabric of life in contemporary society grows in complexity,
people are increasingly turning to leisure and recreation services to
find meaning, renewal, and enrichment. Recreation services can improve
the public health, develop a sense of community, and enhance the
quality of life of all citizens. Recreation professionals work in
diverse settings including human services, health care, natural
recreation resource areas such as parks, and commercial recreation
businesses. Graduates are employed by community recreation agencies,
resorts, conference centers, youth services agencies, hospitals,
rehabilitation centers and long-term care facilities. Population and
economic projections suggest that recreation service industries will
continue to expand and thereby continue to provide numerous
professional career opportunities. The Department of Recreation
Management and Policy is nationally accredited by the National
Recreation and Parks Association/American Association of Leisure and
Recreation. The department’s curriculum supports a broad-based liberal
education and an opportunity to acquire specialized professional
knowledge and skills.
Curriculum Structure
Students entering the major may choose either: 1) program
administration, which includes the professional core and required
courses related to program administration, or 2) a specialized option
in therapeutic recreation, which includes the professional core and
required courses in therapeutic recreation.
International Study in Recreation and Leisure
A semester abroad sponsored by the American Universities International
Program is available to students pursuing a degree in recreation
management and policy. Programs in Scotland, Australia, New Zealand,
South Africa, or Belize provide discipline-related exchange
opportunities. Approval by the curriculum director is required
approximately one year before departure. Eleven transfer credits can be
granted. Other destinations can be negotiated through the Center for
International Education on campus.
Core Courses
All majors must complete a core curriculum of eight courses: RMP 490,
Recreation and Leisure in Society; RMP 501, Recreation Services for
Individuals with Disabilities; RMP 557, Recreation Services Program
Design and Planning; RMP 563, Recreation Management and Policy
Practicum; RMP 654, Professional Development and Ethics; RMP 663,
Management and Policy in Leisure Services; RMP 664 (A or B),
Professional Internship; RMP 724, Grantsmanship, Evaluation, and
Research; and RMP 772, Law and Public Policy in Leisure Services.
A supervised internship (RMP 664) is required of all
majors. The internship is designed to create a bridge between theory
and practical application. Students working with their advisers and the
internship coordinator select an appropriate setting based on their
professional and career interests. They must complete a minimum of 560
hours of supervised field study within fourteen weeks. Specific
requirements are identified in the Internship Manual available from the
Department of Recreation Management and Policy.
Program Administration Option
This option prepares students for managerial positions in commercial,
pubic and nonprofit organizations that provide recreation and leisure
services. Curriculum design emphasizes the effective and efficient
planning, delivery, and evaluation of leisure-based programs, services,
and enterprises. Applied experience is a component of most courses in
addition to a required practicum and the 14–16 week full-time
internship under professional supervision. Depending upon the RMP
electives and the career support emphasis or minor chosen, students may
expect to find employment in a broad range of settings. Recent
graduates have found employment in the areas of conference and meeting
planning, municipal park and recreation services, recreational
sports, commercial/entrepreneurial recreation businesses, youth serving
agencies, resorts, and natural resource management positions in state
and federal agencies.
In addition to the required core courses, students who pursue the
program administration option must complete the following departmental
requirements: RMP 558, Program Supervision and Leadership; RMP 665,
Applied Marketing and Communication in Recreation Services; RMP 770,
Management and Design of Recreation and Park Facilities; two RMP course
electives; CS 401, Computer Applications, or an approved equivalent;
HHS 540 or other descriptive statistics; PSYC 401, Introduction to
Psychology; FS 525, Human Development; or SW 550. Program
administration students must complete a minor or emphasis area of 18–20
credits to support their specific career goals.
Therapeutic Recreation Option
Therapeutic recreation utilizes recreation to help people with
disabilities or illnesses to develop and use their leisure in ways that
enhance health, independence, and well-being. Therapeutic recreation
recognizes the importance of quality of life and uses activities to
remediate or rehabilitate functional abilities. Therapeutic recreation
services are provided in a variety of settings including: hospitals,
long-term care facilities, residential treatment facilities, schools,
home health care, community recreation, correctional facilities,
rehabilitation centers, camp and outdoor education centers, and adult
day programs. Observation and applied experience is a component of
several courses. Students complete a 14- to 16-week full-time clinical
internship under the supervision of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation
Specialist (CTRS). Students must purchase personal liability insurance
for coverage for the clinical components of the curriculum. The Bureau
of Labor Statistics reports that therapeutic recreation is one of the
fourteen fastest growing occupations in the country. The occupational
outlook statistics reflect a “39 percent increase in demand for
recreational therapists with strong clinical backgrounds” for the
beginning of the twenty-first century. Upon successful completion of
this option, students are prepared to meet sitting requirements for the
National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification Examination.
In addition to the required core courses, students who choose this
option must complete the following departmental requirements: RMP 502,
Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation; RMP 503, Therapeutic Recreation
Rehabilitation Principles and Interventions; RMP 504, Therapeutic
Recreation Mental Health Principles and Interventions; RMP 603,
Assessment and Treatment Planning in Therapeutic Recreation; RMP 603L,
Clinical Treatment Lab I; RMP 604, Therapeutic Communication and
Facilitation Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation; RMP 604L, Clinical
Treatment Lab II; CS 401, Computer Applications or approved equivalent;
HHS 540, Statistics, or equivalent; PSYC 401, Introduction to
Psychology; PSYC 561, Abnormal Behavior; FS 525, Human Development;
ZOOL 507-508, Human Anatomy and Physiology; KIN 652, Clinical
Kinesiology, and KIN 653A, Musculoskeletal Assessment.
Criteria for Admission and Retention
Internal transfer students interested in applying to the major must
meet with an RMP faculty member prior to receiving an application for
admission to the major. Transfer applications are accepted throughout
the year, however priority is given to applications received by October
15th for Spring and March 15th for Fall. Applications can be obtained
from the Department of Recreation Management and Policy. Students
within the major are required to maintain a minimum 2.50 semester
grade-point average every semester to retain good academic standing
within the major. In addition, student majors must obtain a grade of C
(2.00) or better in RMP courses and a grade of C- (1.67) or better in
all other courses specifically required by the department.
Child Life Minor
This interdisciplinary minor is offered to a limited number of students
by the therapeutic recreation option in the Department of Recreation
Management and Policy and the Department of Family Studies. Upon
completion of course requirements, students will be able to sit for the
Child Life Specialist exam. All students complete three core courses:
RMP 502, FS 525 and FS 623. Therapeutic Recreation students will select
two courses from the following: FS 635, FS 641, FS 709, FS 734, and FS
772. Students will complete an Internship which will entail a minimum
of 480 hours of experience and be supervised by a certified Child Life
Specialist. Therapeutic recreation majors will be assigned a minor
adviser from family studies.
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Social Work (SW)
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Chairperson: Jerry D. Marx
Associate Professor: Mary Banach, Linda Rene Bergeron, Cynthia Anne Broussard, Robert E. Jolley, Jerry D. Marx, Sharyn J. Zunz
Assistant Professor: Vernon Brooks Carter, Karen R. Oil, Martha H. Ortmann, Anita Tucker, Melissa Wells
Clinical Assistant Professor: Martha A. Byam, Kim Kelsey, Susan A. Lord, Sharon B. Murphy, Lee P. Rush
The Department of Social Work’s undergraduate program offers both a
major and a minor in social work. It is a specialized degree that
prepares graduates for generalist social work practice with a solid
foundation in the knowledge, skills, and value base of social work and
the liberal arts. Social work graduates apply their education in
working with individuals, groups, and social systems. In addition, the
program prepares qualified students to pursue graduate education in
schools of social work and other graduate programs in human services.
The baccalaureate program at the University of New Hampshire is
accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and must meet
rigorous academic standards to retain this accreditation. Social work
majors pursue a program that encompasses the professional social work
foundation of social welfare policy, social work practice, human
behavior in the social environment, research, and field education.
Course content on values and ethics, populations-at-risk, human
diversity, and social and economic justice is integrated throughout the
curriculum.
To enable students to gain direct experience and to integrate classroom
content with the demands of professional social work practice, students
complete an introductory-year service learning experience as well as a
450-hour social work internship over two semesters during the senior
year. The senior field placement is a “capstone” experience in the
final year of the baccalaureate program and is arranged between the
student and the field education coordinator. Students are required to
pay a liability insurance fee for their off-campus field education
experience.
Social work majors earn a B.S. degree in social work. Graduates are eligible for practice in a variety of
social work settings throughout the United States and full membership
in the National Association of Social Workers. In addition, qualified
graduates may be eligible for advanced standing in M.S.W. programs
which offer advanced standing.
Academic Program
Social work majors are required to take SW 424, 525, 550, 551, 601,
622, 623, 625, 640, 640A, 641, 641A. In addition, students are expected
to successfully complete four courses taken from the disciplines of
anthropology/sociology, human biology, philosophy, and psychology. Many
of these may also fulfill general education requirements. Students
wishing to minor in social work are required to take SW 424, SW 525 and
any three other courses offered by the department, excluding SW 640,
641. Students interested in either a major or minor in social work
should consult with the undergraduate program coordinator, Martha Byam,
Pettee Hall, Room 231, (603) 862-1077.
