HH Minor and Certificate  

A minor in Holistic Health complements many SFSU majors, provides unique learning opportunities, and expands career options. Benefits to HH minors include priority waiting list for HH courses, individual advising with HH faculty and collaboration with others interested in complementary healing. 		 

I. Holistic Health Core Courses

 9 units
HH380 Holistic Health: Western Perspectives
HH381 Holistic Health: Eastern Perspectives
HH382 Holistic Health and Human Nature

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3
3
II. Holistic Health Emphasis
(Choose from the courses listed below, with consent of advisor) 		9 units
 
  A) Western Perspectives

HH 305 Holistic Health, Relaxation and Stress Mgt.
HH 430 Foundation of Biofeedback and Self Regulation
HH 433 Introduction to Autogenic Training
HH 650 Anthroposophical Health Studies
HH 690 Psychophysiology of Healing
PSY 594 Psychology of Biofeedback Process

3
3
3
3
3
3
   
  B) Eastern Perspectives
HH 383 Holistic Health: Chinese Perspectives
HH 420 Chinese Body-Mind Energetics
HH 530 Herbal and Nutritional Principles in Chinese Healing
HH 540 Imagery and Meditation in Healing
KIN 136 Hatha Yoga (or Advanced - KIN 236)
KIN 275 Intermediate or Advanced Tai Chi
Note: May include up to 3 units from KIN listed courses.

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3
3
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  C) Holism and Human Nature
HH 418 Environmental Health
HH 660 Arts and Healing
HH 670 Alternative Health Practices
HH 677 Intro to Naturopathic Medicine
HH 681 Holistic Health Internship
HH 699 Special Study


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3
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3
1-3
III. Human Anatomy / Physiology
Completion of a college-course in human anatomy / physiology (BIOL 100/101, 328 or 610/611 are accepted alternatives) 		4 units
 
Total for Minor 22 units
   

 

HH Certificate Program


The Holistic Health Certificate Program is available to degree and non-degree students. The Certificate of Study in Holistic Health is offered by IHHS as a resource for health care professionals seeking career enrichment and for those pursuing personal growth and a deeper understanding of holistic health.

Note: Non-degree students apply through the College of Extended learning (415) 338-1373. For additional information visit www.cel.sfsu.edu


Certificate Requirements
I.   Completion of Minor

22 units
II.   HH 681 Holistic Health Internship

 3 units
III.  Electives (on advisement, see below)

 5 units

In addition to HH courses, SFSU has an array of fascinating courses appropriate for certificate electives. Examples include:

   
ANTH 630 Medical Anthropology
BIOL 318 Our Endangered Planet
BIOL 321 Magic, Myth and Medicine
BUS 450 The Greening of Business
CFS 355 Nutrition for Wellness
CHIN 101 First Semester Chinese
COUN 606 Intro to Peer Counseling Skills
GRN 520 Death and Dying
HED 410 Organization of Health Services
HED 454 Community Organizing
HIST 578 History of Japan
HH 699 Special Studies
KIN 331 Peak Performance
PSY 442 Health Psychology
RAZA 450 Indigenous Culture and Personality


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3
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1-3
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3
 
Total for Certificate 30 units
   

 
 
Applications for HH Minor or Certificate Program

For assignment of an advisor or to apply, contact the Department of Health Education, HSS Building, Room 326; (415) 338-1210. Once coursework has been completed, a student can receive the HH Certificate by the following steps:  

  • Complete the required coursework (see above) and fill out the HH Certificate form available in HED office.
  • Obtain a HH faculty signature - as advisor and forward to the HH Director and Dept. Chair for signitures
  • Retrive form from the HH office and obtain Dean of Undergraduate Studies signature (ADM 447)
  • Take the approved form to the cashier's office (ADM 155) and pay a $7 processing fee.
  • Obtain an unoffical copy of transcripts from the Registrars office showing completion of courses.
  • Submit all documents, transcripts and receipt to the Graduate Division office (ADM 254) where they will authorize the issuance of the Holistic Health Certificate on behalf of IHHS and SFSU.