EXSC 673
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Advanced Obesity and Weight Management
Exercise Sciences
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Etiology, treatment, and prevention of obesity in various populations, emphasizing the role of exercise in weight control programs.
When Taught
Winter Even Years
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
ExSc 480 or equivalent
Title
Strategy Evaluation
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to critically examine weight loss/management strategies for safety and long-term weight management viability.
Title
Weight Management Program Design
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to design successful weight management programs viable for long-term weight loss success, based on current literature.
Title
Individual and Group Weight Management Sessions
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to successfully lead individual and group weight management sessions.
Title
Obesity-Related Health Complications
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to assess and evaluate health complications related to obesity.
Title
Literature Review and Strategy Development
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to synthesize current literature on preventing excess weight gain and be able to develop practical strategies to prevent obesity at the national, state, local, and family levels.
