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

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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.

Science Core Certificate [17 Credits]

CHM 103 - General Chemistry I 4 Credit(s).
SCI 298 - Introduction to Research Methods 3 Credit(s).
Choose 1 of the following two:
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I 4 Credit(s). * Required for Secondary Education (Ag Ed)
BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II 4 Credit(s). * Required for Health Science, Health & Human Performance, and Nursing
Choose 1 of the following three:
MTH 107 - Introduction to Finite Mathematics 3 Credit(s).
MTH 111 - Pre-Calculus I 3 Credit(s).
MTH 203 - Concepts in Calculus 3 Credit(s).
Choose 1 of the following two:
MTH 208 - Introductory Statistics 3 Credit(s).
ESC 202 - Quantitative Environmental Methods and Statistics 4 Credit(s).

Health and Human Performance Common Required Courses [41 Credits]

BIO 254 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Credit(s).
BIO 255 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Credit(s).
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).
HHP 450 - (Capstone) Grant Writing 3 Credit(s).
HHP 499 - Internship 4 Credit(s).
PSY 201 - General Psychology 3 Credit(s).
Choose 1 of the following two:
BIO 320 - Human Nutrition 3 Credit(s).
HHP 348 - Sports Nutrition 3 Credit(s).
Choose 2 of the following:
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).

Health & Human Performance, Exercise Science Required Courses [13 Credits]

HHP 206 - Introduction to Athletic Injuries 3 Credit(s).
HHP 361 - Exercise Assessment and Prescription 3 Credit(s).
HHP 400 - Advanced Exercise Science 3 Credit(s).
PHY 201 - General Physics I 4 Credit(s).

Health & Human Performance, Exercise Science Elective Courses [6 Credits]

HHP 210 - ACE Prep: Group Fitness Instruction 3 Credit(s).
HHP 310 - ACE Prep: Personal Training 3 Credit(s).
HHP 330 - Coaching the Athlete 3 Credit(s).
HHP 332 - Strength and Conditioning 3 Credit(s).
HHP 345 - Sport Psychology 3 Credit(s).
HHP 402 - Organization and Administration of Sport 3 Credit(s).
HHP 410 - NCSA Prep: Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist 4 Credit(s).

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

Science Core Certificate [17 Credits]

Health and Human Performance Common Required Courses [41 Credits]

Health & Human Performance, Exercise Science Required Courses [13 Credits]

Health & Human Performance, Exercise Science Elective Courses [6 Credits]

Total Credit Hours Required in Certificate: 17

Total Credit Hours Required in Program: 60

Total Credit Hours Required in Degree: 120