Program Overview
Undergraduate Certificate in Weight Training
Overview
The physical education program at Wichita State provides the opportunity to complement your degree program with an undergraduate certificate in weight training. The certificate allows you to build skills and knowledge with respect to sport nutrition and the prescription of exercise, preparing you for a career in a school setting and beyond.
Curriculum
The 12-credit-hour certificate consists of four courses chosen from the following:
- Weight Training
- Exercise and Sport Nutrition
- Concepts in the Prescription of Exercise
- Seminar in Strength and Conditioning
- Motivation
- Independent Study
Enrollment
To add this certificate to your plan of study, follow these steps:
- Log into the myWSU portal, find the Student Tools box (center of the page) and click on "Change my Major/Minor."
- Click continue (this will show your current major and minor).
- Click continue, then click "Add a certificate" and choose your certificate program. Click continue and submit request.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Physical Education Weight Training undergraduate certificate program at Wichita State University is designed to complement students' existing degree programs with specialized knowledge and skills in the field of weight training. The program focuses on building proficiency in sport nutrition and exercise prescription, equipping graduates for careers in school settings and beyond.
Outline:
The certificate program comprises 12 credit hours and consists of four courses selected from the following:
- Weight Training
- Exercise and Sport Nutrition
- Concepts in the Prescription of Exercise
- Seminar in Strength and Conditioning
- Motivation
- Independent Study
Careers:
The program prepares graduates for careers in school settings and beyond.
Other:
The program allows students to build skills and knowledge in sport nutrition and exercise prescription.
Wichita State University - A Summary
Overview:
Wichita State University (WSU) is a public research university located in Wichita, Kansas. It is known for its focus on applied learning, innovation, and research, particularly in the fields of engineering and aviation. WSU is committed to providing a high-quality and affordable education for its students.
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