MSHP - Strength and Human Performance (MS)
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Program Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates will demonstrate expert knowledge relevant to:
Conduct scholarly research on current health-related topics.
Develop skills in written and verbal communication.
Prescribe specialized training in areas related to cardiac rehabilitation, sports injuries and rehabilitation, and other allied health professions.
Develop exercise programs that are goal-oriented to meet the needs of various populations.
Apply principles of strength and conditioning to develop programs that enhance human performance.
(Edited December 2022)
Degree and Graduation Requirements
The Master of Science in Strength and Human Performance students must complete a total of 30 graduate semester credit hours of coursework or 36 graduate semester credit hours of coursework plus 300-hours of Internship if the strength and conditioning concentration is selected. No elective courses are offered in this program.
Curriculum
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Strength and Human Performance | ||
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MAJOR REQUIREMENTS | 30 Semester Credit Hours | |
INTERNSHIP TRACK* | 6 Semester Credit Hours | |
Course ID | Cr. | Course Title |
HPER 5305 | 3 | Principles of Strength and Conditioning |
HPER 5313 | 3 | Exercise and Health |
RSMT 5311 | 3 | Research Methods |
NUTR 6100 | 3 | Nutrition and Exercise Performance |
HPER 5355 | 3 | Exercise Prescription for Special Populations |
PSYC 5314 | 3 | Applied Sports Psychology |
HPER 5342 | 3 | Cardiovascular Health and Exercise |
HPER 5364 | 3 | Advanced Methods of Strength and Conditioning |
NUTR 5371 | 3 | Advanced Nutrition and Metabolism |
HPER 5379 | 3 | Strength & Human Performance Capstone |
INTERNSHIP TRACK COURSES* | 6 Semester Credit Hours | |
HPER 5389 | 3 | Internship Experience I |
HPER 5399 | 3 | Internship Experience II |
*Internship Track: Optional; Increases total credit hours to 36 for degree completion.