College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Preparation to succeed in Kinesiology graduate programs as well as a wide variety of disciplines in areas such as:

• Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Strength and Conditioning
• Athletic Training
• Biomechanist
• Dietitian/Sports Nutritionist
• Exercise Physiologist
• Personal Trainer

• Candidates will be able to effectively evaluate and interpret the components of health related fitness.
• Candidates will be able to effectively discuss and synthesize current issues in health, physical activity and wellness.
• Candidates will be able to effectively develop quality wellness programs for the individuals and community.

• Select and effectively use appropriate technologies in the content field to solve problems.
• Knowledge of the connections between anatomical structures, physiological and cellular mechanisms of exercise.
• Evaluate ethical actions in research and practice.

• Knowledge of the relationship among behavior, physical activity, functional capacity and health and disease across the life span.
• Using proficient reasoning and critical thinking to analyze, synthesize and evaluate information to make sound decisions and solve problems

• Produce well-reasoned written products and or research plans analyzing and integrating multiple points of view.
• Relay information both written and spoken, in a clear and concise manner to a variety of populations utilizing ethnic and cultural sensitivity.
• Articulate in oral and/or written forms a coherent understanding of the program content demonstrating theories, principles, and practices.