The Master of Science in Exercise Science is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to enable them to function as exercise specialists, technicians, strength coaches, and personal and athletic trainers. The program will prepare graduate students to work as professionals in corporations, wellness centers, hospitals, sports-medicine centers, amateur and professional athletics, health clubs, resorts and spas, colleges, universities, school districts, as well as community associations such as the YMCA and YWCA and rehabilitation centers. More specifically, the program will provide students with the knowledge and skills to enable them to function as exercise specialists, technicians, strength coaches, and personal and athletic trainers. For individuals already employed in these professional areas, this course of study will enhance their ability to advance to such positions as coordinators and/or directors and head athletic trainers.
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR:
Mr. Steven M. Koch
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to the University's admission requirements:
Baccalaureate degree with a cumulative grade point average (GPA of 3.0 from all college attended. Lower GPA's may be accepted with appropriate experience.
Official Transcripts from all institutions attended
GRE (Graduate Record Exam) scores
Departmental interview
Two letters of reference
Undergraduate Prerequisites: Completed with a cumulative GPA of 3.0:
PED 3510 Exercise Physiology (all students)
PED 2520 Introduction to Athletic Training (students electing the Athletic Training Concentration)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
33 Credits
Research component
Comprehensive exam
Thesis
REQUIRED COURSES: (15 CREDITS)
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PED 5101 |
Physiological Foundations of Exercise Training and Rehabilitation |
3 credits |
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PED 5102 |
Fitness and Health Promotion | 3 credits |
| PED 5103 | Nutrition for Fitness, Health and Athletic Performance | 3 credits |
| PED 5104 | Sports and Fitness Management in Exercise Science | 3 credits |
| PED 5105 | Prevention and Rehabilitation for Special Needs Populations in Exercise Science | 3 credits |
Select One Concentration :
Exercise Physiology Concentration - 9 credits
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PED 5106 |
Advanced Exercise Physiology |
3 credits |
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PED 5107 |
Advanced Exercise Physiology Laboratory and Research |
3 credits |
| PED 5108 | Advanced Exercise Testing Prescription & Interpretation |
3 credits |
Athletic Training Concentration - 9 credits
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PED 5109 |
Advanced Prevention and Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries |
3 credits |
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PED 5110 |
Advanced Evaluation of Sports Injuries |
3 credits |
| PED 5111 | Advanced Sports Therapeutic Modalities |
3 credits |
Research, Statistical Methods and Thesis - 9 credits
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PED 5112 |
Research and Design in Exercise Science |
3 credits |
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PED 5113 |
Application of Quantitative Methods and Computers in Exercise Science |
3 credits |
| PED 5114 | Thesis Seminar in Exercise Science |
3 credits |
TOTAL of 33 Credits to complete program
FACULTY:
Dr. Walter Andzel
Dr. Josh Palgi
