Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

HHP 210 Stress Management

Course Information

Course information
Course Number HHP 210
Course Title Stress Management
Description This course exposes students to a holistic approach to stress management. Students will learn the basic principles, theories, coping skills and relaxation techniques to effectively manage personal stress. Topics include: the effects of the stress response, the relationship between stress and health/disease, the identification of personal stress levels, the application of coping skills and relaxation techniques, and the understanding of the importance of personal responsibility for health. (Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].)
Total Credits 3
Total Hours 48
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 3 Credits, 48 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of terminology and concepts used in the study of stress management.
  2. Explain contemporary concepts of stress.
  3. Describe the physiological, cognitive, and emotional responses to stress.
  4. Categorize sources of stress.
  5. Understand the role stress plays in illness and disease.
  6. Practice coping skills.
  7. Practice relaxation techniques.
  8. Examine complementary and alternative approaches to stress management.
  9. Apply stress management techniques to prevent and/or reduce the effects of personal stress.

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

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