Sharon McLaughlin

Residential Faculty - Health and Wellness

Exercise Science

Office: HW 8 - Room: 868

480-461-7138

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM10:00 AM - 12:00 PM7:00 AM - 8:00 AM 

Online

  

Online

 
 By appointmentBy appointment By appointment

I strive to be flexible in my availability to meet with students. If the office hours listed above do not work for your schedule, please email me with times that work for you. I will do my best to accommodate your needs. Virtual meetings are available any day of the week (all meetings booked via Calendly will email you a link to a Zoom meeting). In person meetings are available as listed above and upon request for other days/times.

 

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

EXS275AA Sport Science Internship 1 Credits

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility supervised by a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) professional. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit.

Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15557
Dobson Campus

Instructor Office

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: Students must meet with internship coordinator and provide semester availability for prioirty placement at internship sites by the Monday of finals week of the spring semester. Final deadline for placement is two weeks prior to the start of the semester (subject to availability, sites may be limited). Mandatory class meetings: Monday, August 19th 3-5:30 pm and Monday, October 14th 3-5:30 PM in HW851. Students may contact the instructor at sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 15557: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

EXS275AB Sport Science Internship 2 Credits

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility supervised by a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) professional. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit.

Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15558
Dobson Campus

Instructor Office

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: Students must meet with internship coordinator and provide semester availability for prioirty placement at internship sites by the Monday of finals week of the spring semester. Final deadline for placement is two weeks prior to the start of the semester (subject to availability, sites may be limited). Mandatory class meetings: Monday, August 19th 3-5:30 pm and Monday, October 14th 3-5:30 PM in HW851. Students may contact the instructor at sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 15558: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

HES100 Healthful Living 3 Credits

Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: HES100 is required for the Personal Training Certificate.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13607
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/21/2024 – 12/13/2024
We
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Honors Program Only

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 13607: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

13632

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 13632: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

WED106 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 0.5 Credits

Basic overview of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Covers choking procedures and the importance, guidelines, and techniques for performing CPR and utilizing an AED. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students may be required to complete additional practice time and skills assessment based upon skills assessment during the class session (a minimum of one hour within one week of the course, which is within the required contact hours for the course).

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15131
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/23/2024 – 08/23/2024
Fr
9:00 AM – 2:40 PM

Class Ended

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

15568
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
12/13/2024 – 12/13/2024
Fr
9:00 AM – 2:40 PM

Open

6 of 8
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Fall Flex Start 2024

HES100 Healthful Living 3 Credits

Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: HES100 is required for the Personal Training Certificate.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13638

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 13638: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

HES210 Cultural Aspects of Health and Illness 3 Credits

Examines how culture influences health and illness, health care practices, barriers to health care, interactions with health care professionals, and health disparities in the U.S. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13637

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Class 13637 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

WED106 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 0.5 Credits

Basic overview of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Covers choking procedures and the importance, guidelines, and techniques for performing CPR and utilizing an AED. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students may be required to complete additional practice time and skills assessment based upon skills assessment during the class session (a minimum of one hour within one week of the course, which is within the required contact hours for the course).

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15134
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
11/01/2024 – 11/01/2024
Fr
9:00 AM – 2:40 PM

Class Ended

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Spring 2025

EXS275AA Sport Science Internship 1 Credits

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility supervised by a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) professional. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit.

Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division.

Course Notes: EXS275AA may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28087
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office

Field Based
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

5 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 28087 course hours will be primarily completed at an internship site. Students interested in priority placement with the EXS department’s internship sites must complete department requirements for placement during the previous semester. Contact the instructor with questions: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu. Mandatory class meeting on the first day of the semester 3-5:30 pm in HW851.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 28087: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

EXS275AB Sport Science Internship 2 Credits

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility supervised by a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) professional. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit.

Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division.

Course Notes: EXS275AB may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28088
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office

Field Based
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

7 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 28088 Class #28088-course hours will be primarily completed at an internship site. Students interested in priority placement with the EXS department’s internship sites must complete department requirements for placement during the previous semester. Contact the instructor with questions: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu. Mandatory class meeting on the first day of the semester, 3-5:30 pm in HW851.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 28088: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

WED106 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 0.5 Credits

Basic overview of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Covers choking procedures and the importance, guidelines, and techniques for performing CPR and utilizing an AED. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28515
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/17/2025 – 01/17/2025
Fr
9:00 AM – 2:40 PM

Open

5 of 8
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28515 Students may be required to complete additional practice time and skills assessment based upon skills assessment during the class session (a minimum of one hour within one week of the course, which is within the required contact hours for the course).

Class 28515 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2025

HES100 Healthful Living 3 Credits

Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Required for Personal Training Certificate.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26457

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

5 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26457: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Class 26457 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

26469

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

22 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26469: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Class 26469 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

26456

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

21 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26456: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Class 26456 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

HES210 Cultural Aspects of Health and Illness 3 Credits

Examines how culture influences health and illness, health care practices, barriers to health care, interactions with health care professionals, and health disparities in the U.S. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26470

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Honors Program Only

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26470: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information.

Class 26470 Students may contact instructor at sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

WED106 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 0.5 Credits

Basic overview of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Covers choking procedures and the importance, guidelines, and techniques for performing CPR and utilizing an AED. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28516
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
02/07/2025 – 02/07/2025
Fr
9:00 AM – 2:40 PM

Open

8 of 8
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28516 Students may be required to complete additional practice time and skills assessment based upon skills assessment during the class session (a minimum of one hour within one week of the course, which is within the required contact hours for the course).

Class 28516 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

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