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Course Description

Students walking down a brick pathway through the U of G campusThis course integrates the theory, application and research of various aspects of health-related topics across the lifespan, emphasizing relevance to the lives of young adults.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, the learner should be able to:

  1. Describe traditional and contemporary views of, and research on, health and wellness concepts, including mental, emotional, nutritional, physical, social, environmental, and spiritual dimensions;
  2. Identify and evaluate values, attitudes, behaviours, and lifestyle changes that impact health and wellbeing;
  3. Provide examples of how the dimensions of wellness are interconnected, as well as how they are connected to overall personal health and wellbeing;
  4. Identify and access health and wellness services and resources, on and off campus; and
  5. Develop strategies to support your current and ongoing personal health and wellness.

Course Topics

  • Introduction to Health and Wellness
  • Transition to University
  • Mental Health
  • Personal Stress Management
  • Alcohol and Tobacco Use
  • Drug Use and Misuse
  • Personal Nutrition
  • Physical Activity for Fitness and Health
  • Social Support and Relationships
  • Sexuality and Sexual Health (Contraception, STIs)
  • Environmental Health
  • Spiritual Health

Additional Requirements

Restriction(s): This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods.

Assessment

Assessment Item Weight
SMART Goals Assignments 1 and 2 (15% each) 30%
Units 1 - 7 Quizzes (5, drop lowest one) 10%
Online Discussions (3 x 5%) 15%
Top 10 List 10%
Online Test 35%
Total 100%

 

Note:

Additional Technical Requirements

This course will use the following:

  • Respondus tool to invigilate one or more exams.  

Please view the Technical Considerations for each.

Technical Requirements

You are responsible for ensuring that your computer system meets the necessary system requirements. Use the browser check tool to ensure your browser settings are compatible and up to date (results will be displayed in a new browser window).

*Course details are subject to change.

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Section Title
Life: Health and Well-Being
Type
Online
Dates
May 08, 2025 to August 01, 2025
Contact Hours
36.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Domestic Tuition Fee (0.5 units) $683.39 Click here to get more information
Domestic Tuition Fee - Non-Ontario (0.5 units) $780.10 Click here to get more information
International Tuition Fee (0.5 units) $3,544.80 Click here to get more information
Section Fees
Virginia L. Gray Memorial Bursary Donation $5.00 Optional
Open Learning Bursary $5.00 Optional
Available for Credit
0.5 units
Reading List / Textbook
You may purchase your course textbook, or other required/supplementary reading and learning materials, from the University of Guelph Bookstore or the Guelph Campus Co-op Bookstore, or from another third-party seller. 
Section Notes
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