Health and Human Performance, Exercise Science Emphasis, B.S.

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Degree Specific Requirements (21 Credit Hours)

BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II 4 Credit(s).
BIO 254 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Credit(s).
PSY 201 - General Psychology 3 Credit(s).
Choose three of the following eight courses:
BIO 240 - Human Genetics 3 Credit(s).
BIO 303 - Microbiology 4 Credit(s).
CHM 105 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry 4 Credit(s).
CHM 201 - Organic Chemistry I 4 Credit(s).
CHM 220 - Principles of Pharmacology 3 Credit(s).
CHM 315 - Biochemistry I 4 Credit(s).
PHY 201 - General Physics I 4 Credit(s).
PHY 202 - General Physics II 4 Credit(s).

Health and Human Performance

Ferrum College Health and Human Performance Program is a health, fitness, physical performance, and nutrition based curriculum grounded in current research and science. Our mission is to craft ethical practitioners committed to helping varied populations to optimize their health and performance. The holistic approached program is responsible for preparing students by developing and applying knowledge specific to each area of concentration resulting in empowered students that personally value and invest in lifelong physical activity. This is achieved partly by strong collaborations with professional organizations and opportunities for National Certifications as Personal Trainers, Strength and Conditioning Coaches, Health Education Specialists, and Group Fitness instructors. Students are able to design an experiential course of study that is impactful for the Ferrum community, Ferrum College students, staff, and faculty, and the Ferrum College student athletes. 2 concentrations are available: Health & Fitness Management and Exercise Science.

Required Common Courses (25 Credit Hours)

HHP 100 - Responding to Emergencies 1 Credit(s).
HHP 200 - Health and Wellness Concepts 3 Credit(s).
HHP 252 - Foundations of Health and Human Performance Professions 3 Credit(s).
HHP 338 - Motor Learning 3 Credit(s).
HHP 340 - Biomechanics 3 Credit(s).
HHP 341 - Applied Biomechanics 1 Credit(s).
HHP 355 - Exercise Physiology 3 Credit(s).
HHP 357 - Applied Exercise Physiology 1 Credit(s).
BIO 255 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Credit(s).
BIO 320 - Human Nutrition 3 Credit(s). OR
HHP 348 - Sports Nutrition 3 Credit(s).
PSY 345 - Sport Psychology 3 Credit(s). OR
HHP 345 - Sport Psychology 3 Credit(s).

Choose 2 Courses from list:

HHP 130 - Individual Sports 1 Credit(s).
HHP 136 - Introduction to Muscular Fitness 1 Credit(s).
HHP 144 - Team Sports 1 Credit(s).
HHP 145 - Rhythmics, Movement, and Games 1 Credit(s).
HHP 149, 249, 349 or 449 - Selected Topics in Physical Education 1-3 Credit(s).
HHP 153 - Cardiorespiratory Activities 1 Credit(s).

Exercise Science Emphasis

This emphasis is designed to serves as a pre-professional course of study for athletic training, biomechanics, nutrition, physical therapy, or exercise physiology. This option would be for individuals interested in specializing in the spectrum of physical activity- from injury care to maintenance of health in a variety of clinically based environments. Students have the opportunity to obtain national certifications in group fitness instruction, personal training, and strength and conditioning in order to enhance employability.

Required Emphasis Courses (32 Credit Hours)

MTH 111 - Pre-Calculus I 3 Credit(s).
MTH 208 - Introductory Statistics 3 Credit(s).
CHM 103 - General Chemistry I 4 Credit(s).
HHP 400 - Advanced Exercise Science 3 Credit(s).
HHP 450 - (Capstone) Design and Application of Health and Human Performance Programs 3 Credit(s).
HHP 499 - Internship 4 Credit(s).
Athletic Training Requirement
HHP 206 - Introduction to Athletic Injuries 3 Credit(s).
OR
HHP 332 - Strength and Conditioning 3 Credit(s).