This course of study will allow the students to work with a non-athletic or athletic population in developing a program of wellness. This major has the courses needed for those interested in becoming a certified strength coach, a personal trainer, a fitness instructor or a fitness trainer. These individuals will be able to find positions in the college/university setting, the private club setting, and the industrial fitness and wellness centers. This major will study the effects of exercise on mental, emotional, social, spiritual, as well as the physical side of being healthy. Studying the effects of aging and stress in regard to wellness will also be emphasized.
PE 107 Dance and Movement..........................................3 hrs.225 Introduction to Physical Education..........................3 hrs.
231 First Aid...................................................2 hrs.
350 Motor Learning..............................................2 hrs.
260 Scientific Aspects of Strength Development..................2 hrs.
352 Kinesiology.................................................3 hrs.
356 Principles and Assessment of Physical Education.............3 hrs.
381 Fitness Evaluation and Training.............................3 hrs.
398 Practicum in Physical Education.............................3 hrs.
499B Prevention, Care, and Treatment of Injuries................3 hrs.
484 Physiology of Exercise and Health...........................3 hrs.
498 Internship in Exercise Science..............................6 hrs.
HLTH 200 Substance Abuse.............................................2 hrs.
234 Community Health............................................3 hrs.
300 Health and Nutrition........................................3 hrs.
Required Support Courses:
BIO 231 Anatomy and Physiology I....................................4 hrs.
