Course description
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
An in-depth understanding of the human body is critical knowledge to anyone looking to work in healthcare. Starting at the cellular and molecular levels, you’ll concentrate on the organization of the human body as a symbiotic system. After gaining this baseline knowledge, you’ll dive deeper into specific systems. From terminology and identification to diseases and treatment, you’ll acquire key foundational knowledge about the human body and four of the 11 body systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous.
This course is the first of two examining the structure, function and interdependence of human body systems. The remaining seven systems are covered in the second SNHUx course, Anatomy and Physiology II. Combined, the two courses cover all body systems.
You’ll also explore resources that walk you through the identification and treatment of different diseases for the four systems.
As a verified track learner, you will have access to interactive case studies and will be able to check your understanding as you progress through the course materials with short quizzes and a final exam.
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites
Prerequisite skills are limited college-level reading ability and a basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
This course starts at the cellular and molecular levels and the organization of the human body before focusing on four of the eleven body systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous.
After completing this course, you should able to:
- Describe the location and functions of human body systems using appropriate terminology
- Analyze the interactions between human body systems for how they work together to achieve a healthy state
- Analyze research on human body systems for identifying evidence-based prevention, diagnosis and treatment strategies for related diseased states
Course delivery details
This course is offered through Southern New Hampshire University, a partner institute of EdX.
10-15 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$498
- Audit Track - Free