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2006-2007 Graduate Catalog 
    
2006-2007 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Health, Human Performance, and Recreation, M.S.


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Master of Science Exercise Director:
Leo J. D’Acquisto
PE 104

A Master of Science degree is offered in Health, Human Performance and Recreation (HHPR). In addition to general University requirements for admission to the graduate school, full admission to the graduate program in HHPR requires an undergraduate degree with a major in the student’s desired area of graduate study. A specialization in physical education teaching is available through on-line studies.

The Master of Science degree in exercise science prepares students for careers in higher education, clinical settings, corporate and community fitness/wellness centers, and athletic development programs. In addition, the curriculum prepares individuals for further study at the doctoral level. Prospective students wishing to pursue a Master of Science in exercise science must fulfill the general University requirements for admission to the graduate school and hold an undergraduate degree in exercise science or a closely related area of study.

Conditional or probationary admission may be granted to applicants not meeting all of the admissions criteria.
 
The student shall complete at least forty-five (45) credits as outlined in an approved course of study filed with the office of Graduate Studies, Research and Continuing Education. The course of study is structured in consultation with the student’s academic advisor, and is approved by the graduate program director and department. It will include a required core of sixteen (16) credits, and appropriate courses depending on the student’s program (M.S. HHPR, M.S. exercise science). Additionally, no undergraduate courses will count toward the completion of the Master of Science degree nor be included on the official course of study. Further, no more than two workshop courses with a maximum of six credits, three individual studies with a maximum of nine credits, or one internship with a maximum of six credits can be included on the course of study.

Required Courses


  • Electives (HHPR, EXSC, PE) Credits: (14 to 24)
  • Electives in related disciplines Credits: (5 to 18)

Total Credits: 45


Human Sexuality Professional Certificate


The Human Sexuality Educator Certificate is a comprehensive, 15-credit course of study that prepares educators, health care practitioners and allied health workers to provide quality sexuality education in their communities. The courses included are:

  • HED 500, Human Sexuality Education: Overview Credits: (3)
  • HED 500, Human Sexuality Education: Teaching, Part A Credits: (3)
  • HED 500, Human Sexuality Education: Teaching, Part B Credits: (3)
  • HED 500, Human Sexuality Education: Research Credits: (3)
  • HED 500, Human Sexuality Education: Practicum Credits: (3)

Total Credits: 15


Reproductive Healthcare Professional Certificate


The Reproductive Healthcare Professional Certificate is a comprehensive, 12-credit course of study that provides training for healthcare workers who work with patients who are making choices about reproductive and sexual health issues. The courses included are:

  • HED 500, Human Sexuality Education: Overview Credits: (3)
  • HED 500, Patient Educator in Reproductive Health Credits: (3)
  • HED 500, Counseling Skills for Reproductive Healthcare Providers Credits: (3)
  • HED 500, Human Sexuality Education: Practicum Credits: (3)

Total Credits: 12


Nutrition Specialization


Required Courses


  • Approved Electives Credits: (12 to 13)
  • Core Credits: (13 to 15)

Total Credits: 45


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