Physical Education, Exercise Physiology/Adult Fitness, MS

The student who expects to earn a master’s degree in the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences is expected to meet the criteria for admission of the Graduate School. Applications for all master’s degree programs in the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences must be completed and submitted at least six weeks (domestic) or six months (international) before the beginning of the term for which admission is sought in order to allow for adequate processing time.

Exercise Physiology/Adult Fitness Option

This graduate program, requiring a minimum of 34 credits, is designed to prepare students for advanced study in exercise physiology and future employment in adult fitness, corporate fitness and cardiac rehabilitation programs. Special attention is also given to knowledge and practical skills necessary for students preparing for American College of Sports Medicine certifications.

Degree Requirements

Required Foundation Courses
EXER:606Statistics: Quantitative & Qualitative Methods3
Required Department Courses
BIOL:565Advanced Cardiovascular Physiology3
or EXER:615 Exercise Pathophysiology
EXER:618Clinical Exercise Testing & Prescription3
EXER:605Physiology of Muscular Activity & Exercise3
EXER:607Health Behavior Change: Theory to Practice3
EXER:505Advanced Strength and Conditioning3
EXER:618Clinical Exercise Testing & Prescription3
EXER:620Laboratory Instrumentation Techniques in Exercise3
EXER:526Nutrition for Sports3
Required Clinical Experience
Select one of the following:4
EXER:695
Field Experience: Masters (Minimum of 4 credits)
EXER:698
Masters Problem
EXER:699
Masters Thesis (Minimum of 4 credits)
Electives
Select at least one of the following:3
EXER:538
Cardiac Rehab Principles
EXER:612
General Medical Aspects
EXER:680
Special Topics in Health & Physical Education
Total Hours34