The aim of the Exercise Science (Pre-Professional) program of study is to prepare well-rounded graduates that demonstrate expertise in exercise physiology and exercise testing and prescription for future careers in academia, sports, healthcare, and rehabilitation.<\/p>\n
During the first two years (freshman and sophomore), students take courses in the areas of English, mathematics, history, and social, physical, and biological sciences.<\/p>\n
During the last two years (junior and senior), students will take courses predominately in the area of exercise science (e.g. kinesiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, etc.). During the last two years, students will be involved in many laboratory-related classes (e.g. exercise prescription, instrumentation, and practicum I). Additionally, students will be required to complete a supervised internship (e.g. Internship II & III) at a site external, typically, to Southern Arkansas University (e.g. wellness clinic, sports performance center, exercise testing laboratory, or cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation program).<\/p>\n
Students with a B.S. in Exercise Science work in a variety of settings\/careers such as being a personal trainer with a fitness facility, working with athletes in sports programs, performing physical assessments for employment\/disability, and working in cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation programs. A B.S. in Exercise Science is also a good choice for preparation (background) for professional and graduate programs (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Physiology, etc.). However, many of these programs may require additional coursework (e.g. advanced physics, anatomy\/physiology, chemistry, etc.) not covered within this program. For additional career opportunities\/exploration you are encouraged to visit the\u00a0American College of Sports Medicine\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0website.<\/p>\n In addition to coursework, students in all HPSS programs, including exercise science, are encouraged to assist with community activities such as the Special Olympics, fishing derbies, departmental programs, and area school programs.\u00a0 The coeducational environment at SAU allows students to experience a variety of activities and sports that will be helpful in identifying their career goals and philosophy. The Department of HPSS offers its majors opportunities to be involved in exercise and fitness testing, wellness programs, activities, and lifetime sports.<\/p>\n The facilities of the Department of Human Performance and Sport Sciences are among the finest in the region. The W.T. Watson Sports Complex was completed in 1998. This facility houses a fully-equipped wellness and fitness center, classrooms, two gymnasiums, an athletic training room, and an exercise science laboratory; also known as the Kinesiology Laboratory.<\/p>\n The Kinesiology Laboratory is equipped with a 12-lead EKG system, mechanically-braked cycle ergometers, programmable treadmills, and a variety of other equipment used in physical fitness assessments (blood pressure, strength, endurance, flexibility, body composition, etc). The laboratory is also equipped with a variety of analyzers used for measuring blood values (lactic acid, lipid profiles, glucose, etc.). Using this equipment students learn to perform tests such as VO2max<\/sub>, Wingate Anaerobic, repetition maximum testing, body composition assessment, flexibility, and a variety of exercise-related physiological assessments. Students may also choose to be involved in ongoing exercise-related research projects conducted within the exercise science program.<\/p>\n The aim of the Exercise Science (Pre-Professional) program of study is to prepare well-rounded graduates that demonstrate expertise in exercise physiology and exercise testing and prescription for future careers in academia, sports, healthcare, and rehabilitation. 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In this major, students develop theoretical knowledge that allows graduates to be prepared for post-baccalaureate programs and\/or professional schools in physical therapy, physical therapy assistant, athletic training, occupational therapy, and occupational therapy assistant among others. Additionally, students may choose to follow a career in fitness and strength and conditioning. Two emphasis tracks are available to allow the student to obtain more career-focused content. The program is based upon the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).\r\n\r\nTo obtain a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Exercise Science, the student must earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.50, earn a minimum grade point average of 2.50 in the major, and earn a C or better in all core courses in the major.\r\nEducational Opportunities<\/h2>\n
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University Requirement (2 hours)<\/h4>\r\nGSTD 1002 - Freshman Seminar\r\n
General Education (35 hours)<\/h4>\r\nNote: BIOL 1203\/1201, CHEM 1023\/1021, MATH 1023, and PSYC 2003 are required.\r\n
Exercise Science Core (65 hours)<\/h4>\r\nAT 3013 - Therapeutic Exercise\r\nAT 3023 - Strength and Conditioning\r\nESCI 3003 - Motor Learning and Development\r\nESCI 3043 - Nutrition and Human Performance\r\nESCI 4023 - Applied Statistics\r\nESCI 4333 - Instrumentation and Physiological Assessment\r\nESCI 4363 - Exercise Prescription and Fitness Program\r\nESCI 4652 - Exercise Science Practicum I\r\nESCI 4676 - Exercise Science Internship I\r\nESCI 4686 - Exercise Science Internship II\r\nHPSS 3653 - Leadership in HPSS\r\nHPSS 4323 - Organization and Administration of HPSS\r\nHS 1403 - Personal and Community Health\r\nHS 2413 - First Aid & Safety\/CPR\r\nHS 3243 - Kinesiology and Biomechanics\r\nHS 4013 - Adapted Kinesiology\r\nHS 4023 - Pharmacology in Sports\r\nHS 4243 - Exercise Physiology\r\nREC 3663 - Leisure and Aging\r\nSelect 3 hours from the following:<\/span>\r\nCSCI 1102 - Introduction to Computing and CSCI 1101 - Introduction to Computing Lab\r\nEDUC 2023 - K-12 Education Technology\r\nIS 1003 - Introduction to Computers\r\n
Pre-Professional Emphasis (18 hours)<\/h4>\r\nBIOL 1213 - Principles of Biology II and BIOL 1211 - Principles of Biology II Lab\r\nBIOL 2063 - Anatomy and Physiology I and BIOL 2061 - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab\r\nBIOL 2073 - Anatomy and Physiology II and BIOL 2071 - Anatomy and Physiology II Lab\r\nESCI 3032 - Therapy and Rehabilitation\r\nPHYS 2003 - College Physics I and PHYS 2001 - College Physics I Lab","minor_requirements":"Minor in Exercise Science<\/strong> (17 hours)\r\n\r\nESCI 3003 - Motor Learning and Development\r\nESCI 4333 - Instrumentation and Physiological Assessment\r\nESCI 4652 - Exercise Science Practicum I\r\nHS 2043 - Human Anatomy and Physiology\r\nHS 3243 - Kinesiology and Biomechanics\r\nHS 4023 - Pharmacology in Sports","Degree Plans":"
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