Minor in Exercise and Sports Sciences
Exercise and Sport Science studies the holistic connection of Mind, Body and Spirit in each human being. Students study and practice how the body works in stillness and in movement with an emphasis on the interconnectedness of all the systems within the body.
At this time, Exercise and Sport Science is experiencing increasing growth as it has been recognized as a gateway for students interested in a variety of professions including fields such as Healthcare, Sports, Health and Wellness and Fitness.
Students with Exercise and Sport Science degrees have become professionals in the Medical area (MD, DO, Nursing), Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy as well as in the Academic area (teaching/coaching). There are also students who become Fitness Instructors, Strength and Conditioning coaches and a wide variety of other professions.
Code | Title | Semester Hours |
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Requirements for minor: | ||
EX 1302 | Foundations of Exercise & Sport Science | 3 |
EX 3302 | Prevention & Care of Activity-Related Injuries | 3 |
EX 3304 | Biomechanics of Human Movement | 3 |
EX 3376 | Human Anatomy and Physiology of Exercise | 3 |
EX 4301 | Wellness | 3 |
EX 4310 | Internship in Recreation & Fitness Management | 3 |
Total Semester Hours | 18 |