Health and Wellness 1

Course Code: DSW 157

Academic Year: 2025-2026

This course presents an introductory overview of health and wellness and the role of the Developmental Services Worker (DSW) in providing care to individuals with complex challenges and health care needs. It introduces students to body systems and some of the disorders and health challenges associated with each. Students will also appreciate the interaction of the mind, the body, and the spirit of the people they support in general health promotion and illness prevention.