Pre Health

Exercise Science and Wellness

Pre Health

Program Description

Exercise Science & Wellness has been recently revised to accommodate course work required for graduate study and careers in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Kinesiotherapy, and other health-related professions. This concentration also enables students for careers in Community Health and Wellness, Corporate Wellness, Personal Training, and Athletic Strength Coach.

 

Program Highlights:

  • 10 week (400 clock hour) Internship anywhere in the world
  • 3 full semesters of Clinical Laboratory Experience prior to Internship
  • Majors will be ACSM and NSCA certification-ready
  • Service Learning Opportunities in Health Promotion available

Program Outcomes

Concentration: Exercise Science & Wellness

Students will:

  • Apply principles and theories within the domains of exercise science and wellness.
  • Evaluate and apply evidence-based practices within the domains of exercise science and wellness.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in technology within the exercise science and wellness domains.
  • Engage in professional development and continuing education.

Students will be required to take a comprehensive Exit Examination prior to graduation.

 

Advisors for Exercise Science and Wellness Students

Dr. Deborah Gibson

Dr. Ajit Korgaokar

Dr. Todd Sherman

 

Click here for HPER 491 Internship information.

 

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