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Exercise Science, Certificate of Proficiency

Certificate Description

This Exercise Science Certificate Program is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the ever-growing area of personal conditioning and wellness as determined by current science and technology. Students may apply credits earned in the certificate program toward an associate degree.

Certificate Requirements

ENGL 151English I3
BIOL 119Science and the Human Body4
or BIOL 161 General Biology I
HEHP 160First Aid/CPR/AED Schools and the Community3
HEHP 188Introduction to Nutrition3
HEHP 225Contemporary Health3
HEHP 238Management and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries3
HEHP 239Strength and Conditioning Physiology3
HEHP 252Nutrition for Fitness and Sport3
Exercise Science Certificate Electives7
Total Credit Hours32

Exercise Science Certificate Electives

HEHP 100Aerobic Conditioning1
HEHP 101Weight Training and Body Building1
HEHP 102Volleyball1
HEHP 210Karate I2
HEHP 228Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries3
HEHP 265Kinesiology3
HEHP 266Exercise and Health Counseling3