Program Overview
Health and Human Development
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a range of programs in Health and Human Development, including Kinesiology and Physical Education, Public Health, and Recreation Management and Leadership.
Kinesiology and Physical Education
About the Program
The Kinesiology and Physical Education program offers students the opportunity to explore the science of human movement and physical activity. The program includes coursework in exercise science, sport psychology, and physical education.
Prospective Students
- Advising: Prospective students are encouraged to meet with an advisor to discuss program requirements and planning.
- About the KIN program: The Kinesiology program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human movement and physical activity.
- Applying to the Kinesiology major: Students must declare a pre-major in Kinesiology and complete required coursework before applying to the major.
- Career Options: Graduates of the Kinesiology program may pursue careers in fields such as exercise science, sport psychology, and physical education.
Current Kinesiology Students
- KIN Advisors: Current students are assigned an advisor to provide guidance and support throughout the program.
- Internship and Field Experience information: Students may participate in internships and field experiences to gain practical experience in the field.
- Preparing for graduate school: Students may pursue graduate studies in fields such as exercise science, sport psychology, and physical education.
Current PEH P-12 Students
- PEH Advisors: Current students are assigned an advisor to provide guidance and support throughout the program.
- Catalog Program Requirements: Students must complete required coursework and meet program requirements to graduate.
- Certification Exam Information: Students may pursue certification in physical education.
Graduate Program
About the Graduate Program
The Graduate Program in Kinesiology and Physical Education offers students the opportunity to pursue advanced studies in exercise science, sport psychology, and physical education.
Exercise Science Option
The Exercise Science Option is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the science of human movement and physical activity.
Sport and Exercise Psychology Option
The Sport and Exercise Psychology Option is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological factors that influence human movement and physical activity.
Physical Education P-12
How to Get into the Program
- Declare a pre-major in PEH P-12.
- Register for PEH 340.
- Apply to the Woodring College of Education by September 1st.
- Application Requirements:
- Pass all three sections of the West-B exam.
- Have at least a 2.75 GPA.
- Application Requirements:
- Apply to the PEH P-12 Program while taking PEH 340.
- The PEH P-12 Program Applications:
- Program Application.
- Essay.
- Transfer school transcripts, if applicable.
- The PEH P-12 Program Applications:
Public Health
About the Program
The Public Health program offers students the opportunity to explore the science of preventing disease and promoting health.
Recreation Management and Leadership
About the Program
The Recreation Management and Leadership program offers students the opportunity to explore the management and leadership of recreation programs and services.
Mission
The mission of the Recreation Management and Leadership program is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the management and leadership of recreation programs and services.
Applying to the Major
Students must declare a pre-major in Recreation Management and Leadership and complete required coursework before applying to the major.
Internships
Students may participate in internships to gain practical experience in the field.
Scholarships
Students may be eligible for scholarships to support their studies.
Alumni Information
Graduates of the Recreation Management and Leadership program may pursue careers in fields such as recreation management, leadership, and programming.
Internet Resources
Students may access internet resources to support their studies.
Faculty and Staff
The Recreation Management and Leadership program is taught by experienced faculty and staff.
COAPRT Accreditation
The Recreation Management and Leadership program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Related Professions (COAPRT).
Phase I Student Requirements
Students must complete required coursework and meet program requirements to graduate.
Internship and Employment Ads
Students may access internship and employment ads to gain practical experience in the field.