Health and Fitness Science Diploma (D45630)
The Health and Fitness Science program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the fitness and exercise industry.
Students will be trained in exercise science and be able to administer basic fitness tests and health risk appraisals, teach specific exercise and fitness classes and provide instruction in the proper use of exercise equipment and facilities.
Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in commercial fitness clubs; YMCA's/YWCA's, wellness programs in business and industry, Parks & Recreation Departments and other organizations implementing exercise & fitness programs.
Course and Hour Requirements
Major Courses
Total Major Hours: 30
General Education Courses
Communications:
Total General Education Hours: 6
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36
Suggested Sequence of Courses
Fall Semester
| ACA 115 | Success and Study Skills |
0
|
2
| 1 |
| | or | | | |
| ACA 122 | College Transfer Success |
0
|
2
| 1 |
| BIO 155 | Nutrition |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| HEA 112 | First Aid & CPR |
1
|
2
| 2 |
| HFS 110 | Exercise Science |
4
|
0
| 4 |
| HFS 111 | Fitness & Exer Testing I |
3
|
2
| 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
14
|
6
| 17 |
Spring Semester
| COM 231 | Public Speaking |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| HFS 116 | Pvnt & Care Exer Injuries |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| HFS 118 | Fitness Facility Mgmt |
4
|
0
| 4 |
| HFS 120 | Group Exer Instruction |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| HFS 210 | Personal Training |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| HFS 212 | Exercise Programming |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
15
|
8
| 19 |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36
| Degree | College Transfer |
Yes
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No
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