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The Master of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion is designed for working professionals and recent bachelor's degree graduates in the health and fitness industry, including certified athletic trainers, physical therapists, health and physical education teachers, chiropractors, personal trainers, business owners, wellness counselors, military personnel, and other health / fitness careers. The university has worked closely with the National Academy of Sports Medicine to develop outstanding course content. Program length is 12 consecutive months. Students work, learn, and communicate online and function as a group of interactive peers. This virtual community creates a lively, dynamic educational experience. The Sport Psychology Track is designed for the health / fitness professional, personal trainer, educator, military professional, coach, and others to gain knowledge from the psychological perspective to enhance their current practice behavior and use an all-inclusive approach to recovery. Courses will provide information to assist the health care professionals and others to identify precursors to injury, affects of injury and rehabilitation and recovery, performance enhancement and intervention methods, and incorporate referrals. This degree requires 30 credit hours for graduation. |
