Applied Health Science Major, 68-69 hours: B.S.—No Minor Required
CIP: 510001
Mission
The mission of the Applied Health Science Program is to prepare future Health Science professionals for exemplary careers in a variety of health related professions. Graduates from the program will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to confront the health related challenges of tomorrow and the ability to serve a diverse clientele as a facilitator of healthy lifestyle across the lifespan.
Advanced Standing Requirements
A student may apply for advanced standing after completing 40 semester hours. The 40 semester hours must be completed with a grade point average of 2.75. The student must also complete the following courses with a grade of B or better: HPER 22254 Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 04236 Anatomy Allied Health, HPER 22332 Physiology of Exercise, and HPER 22336 Basic Biomechanics.
To be in good standing (advanced standing), students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75 or higher within all major courses (Applied Health Science core and emphasis area) and must have a grade of C or better in all Applied Health Science (core) courses. Students must petition the School Director to gain permission to retake any Applied Health Science core class a third time.
Requirements
Core Requirements
Emphasis 1: Aging Studies
Aging Studies Electives
Choose 9 hours from below
Note: COM 29225, if taken, may not also count in The Northwest Core.
Emphasis 2: Exercise Science
| HPER 22529 | Theory and Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning/Personal Training | 3 |
| HPER 22410 | Adapted Physical Education | 3 |
| HPER 22523 | Motor Development | 3 |
| HPER 22532 | Exercise Testing, Prescription, and Analysis of Cardiac Function | 3 |
| HPER 22541 | Human Pathophysiology | 3 |
| HPER 22335 | Sport and Exercise Nutrition Topics | 3 |
Exercise Science Electives
Choose 9 hours from below
The Northwest Core (48-52 hours)
Recommended:
Total Credit Hours: 68-69