Programs

1. Nutrition

In a 1 on 1 appointment, the goal of this program is to provide accurate up-to-date nutritional education and wellness information to promote a healthier lifestyle. “Healthy Titans” is an individualized nutrition education program divided into 4 sessions. The program will inform you about the fundamentals of nutrition to assist with well-balanced meals and healthy snacking. In addition to education, the program will provide practical information and the best ways to set appropriate goals for each individual.

2. Suicide Prevention

Students and staff are often in an excellent position to prevent suicide. QPR is designed to empower bystanders to help someone who may be considering suicide. QPR consists of three important life-saving skills: Question…a person about suicide, Persuade…the person to get help and Refer…the person to the appropriate resources. Please contact the Health Education and Promotion office at (657) 278-4334 to learn more about QPR or other suicide prevention programs, or to schedule a workshop.

3. Reproductive Health Orientation

The orientation includes an informal video about the female gynecological exam and a discussion covering various birth control methods, sexually transmitted infections and other reproductive health issues. Orientations are approximately 1 hour and are held in the Student Health and Counseling Center – West. All students, male and female, are welcome to attend. The orientation is recommended for any student enrolling in Family PACT, any student interested in hormonal contraception, or anyone looking for general reproductive health information.s

4. Tobacco/Smoking Cessation

The Smoking Cessation program is an individualized program divided into 5 sessions. With each session lasting 45 minutes, the program will allow you to discuss your reasons for smoking and provide alternative techniques for dealing with those “reasons.” This program will also provide you with the necessary tools to set appropriate goals for each individual. The consultations are available by self referral and by provider referral. Make your appointment today!

5. Social Host Workshops

This training educates student clubs and organizations about responsible ways to host a party. This training includes an educational component about the ways alcohol affects the body and prevention techniques to avoid over-consumption. Additionally, this training provides an interactive component that shows the definition of “one drink.”

For more information please contact the Health Education and Promotion department at (657) 278-4334.