Sharon McLaughlin

Residential Faculty - Health and Wellness

Exercise Science

Office: HW 8 - Room: 868

480-461-7138

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM1:00 PM - 3:00 PM10:30 AM - 11:30 AM7:00 AM - 9:00 AM 
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM    
 

Online

 

Online

 
    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. Do not hesitate to suggest evening or weekend times for meetings, 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 WebEx meeting). In person meetings are available as listed above and upon request for other days/times.

 

Classes Taught

Fall 2023

EXS275 Sport Science Internship 3 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
34619
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Class Started

Notes: Class 34619 Course hours will be primarily completed at an internship site on a schedule arranged with a site supervisor(s) before the semester. Students must contact the instructor at least three weeks before the start of the semester to establish internship site placement and schedule. Mandatory class meetings: Monday, August 21st, 3-5:30 pm and Monday, October 16th, 3-5:30 pm. Students may contact the instructor at sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

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
19922
Dobson Campus

Instructor Office

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Class Started

Notes: Class 19922 Course hours will be primarily completed at an internship site on a schedule arranged with a site supervisor(s) before the semester. Students must contact the instructor at least three weeks before the start of the semester to establish internship site placement and schedule. Mandatory class meetings: Monday, August 21st, 3-5:30 pm and Monday, October 16th, 3-5:30 pm. Students may contact the instructor at sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

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
19923
Dobson Campus

Instructor Office

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Class Started

Notes: Class 19923 Course hours will be primarily completed at an internship site on a schedule arranged with a site supervisor(s) before the semester. Students must contact the instructor at least three weeks before the start of the semester to establish internship site placement and schedule. Mandatory class meetings: Monday, August 21st, 3-5:30 pm and Monday, October 16th, 3-5:30 pm. Students may contact the instructor at sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

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
17598
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/23/2023 - 12/15/2023
We
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Honors Program Only

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
19353
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/25/2023 - 08/25/2023
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.

19937
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
12/15/2023 - 12/15/2023
Fr
9:00 AM - 2:40 PM

Closed

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 2023

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
17600

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

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.

Class 17600 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
17634

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

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.

Class 17634 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
19355
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
10/06/2023 - 10/06/2023
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.

Winter Intersession 2023

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
34049
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
12/18/2023 - 12/18/2023
Mo
9:00 AM - 2:40 PM

Closed

Spring 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
29006
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office

Field Based
Lecture/Lab
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

6 of 10
Seats Available

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

Class 29006 Students must meet with the internship coordinator and provide semester availability for priority placement at internship sites by the Monday of finals week of the fall 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: Tuesday January 16th 3-5:30 pm and Thursday, March 21st, 4-5 pm. Students may contact the instructor at sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

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
29007
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office

Field Based
Lecture/Lab
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

8 of 10
Seats Available

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

Class 29007 Students must meet with the internship coordinator and provide semester availability for priority placement at internship sites by the Monday of finals week of the fall 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: Tuesday January 16th 3-5:30 pm and Thursday, March 21st, 4-5 pm. Students may contact the 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
31314
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/19/2024 - 01/19/2024
Fr
9:00 AM - 2:40 PM

Open

2 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 31314 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 31314 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

Spring 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: Required for Personal Training Certificate.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26953

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

15 of 20
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.

Class 26953 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

26969

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

16 of 20
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.

Class 26969 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
26970

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

2 of 20
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.

Honors Program Only

Class 26970 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
31318
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
02/02/2024 - 02/02/2024
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 31318 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 31318 Students may contact instructor at: sharon.mclaughlin@mesacc.edu

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