Department of Health Sciences
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(509) 963-1912
HealthSciences@cwu.edu
The Bachelor of Science - Clinical Physiology degree provides students with a solid grounding in the factual and conceptual mastery of the interdisciplinary nature of the study of human structure and function. Students participate in, and learn to appreciate, the application of scientific research to real world problems and service for the benefit of the community. The program specifically prepares students to enter graduate or specialized post-baccalaureate professional programs in critical high-demand, healthcare arenas including:
Most clinical health-care professions require education beyond the bachelor degree level. Additional courses may be needed to satisfy all prerequisites for admission eligibility to some graduate and professional programs.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
A grade of C or higher is required in all pre-admission, required courses, and elective courses in this major. Students who intend to pursue careers in PT, PA, DC, or Medicine, the CHEM 181-183 series is required by most post-bac professional programs.
Pre-Admission Total Credits: 20
Course | Title | Credits |
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BIOL 305 | Human Anatomy and Physiology for Health-Related Majors I | 5 |
BIOL 306 | Human Anatomy and Physiology for Health-Related Majors II | 5 |
EXSC 350 | Gross Anatomy | 3 |
EXSC 350LAB | Gross Anatomy Laboratory | 2 |
EXSC 351 | Physiology | 4 |
EXSC 351LAB | Physiology Laboratory | 1 |
EXSC 353 | Physical and Orthopedic Assessment | 4 |
EXSC 370 | Biomechanics | 5 |
EXSC 450 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
EXSC 450LAB | Physiology of Exercise Laboratory | 1 |
EXSC 456 | Clinical Physiology | 5 |
EXSC 470 | Clinical Biomechanics | 3 |
EXSC 493 | Clinical Field Experience - Informational Packet | 1-15 (minimum of 12 credits) |
EXSC 495B | Practicum: Clinical | 2 |
Total Required Courses Credits: | 56 |
Course | Title | Credits |
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BIOL 322 | Introductory Microbiology | 5 |
BIOL 323 | Microbiology | 5 |
BIOL 353 | Integrative Anatomy | 6 |
EMS 443 | Myocardial Disease and Basic Electrocardiography | 4 |
EMS 444 | Twelve-lead Electrocardiography | 4 |
EXSC 438 | Therapeutic Exercise | 3 |
EXSC 446 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
EXSC 452 | Therapeutic Modalities | 3 |
NUTR 433 | Macronutrients | 3 |
NUTR 443 | Metabolism and Micronutrients | 5 |
PHYS 112 | Introductory Physics II with Laboratory | 5 |
PHYS 113 | Introductory Physics III with Laboratory | 5 |
PHYS 122 | Introductory Physics for Life Sciences II | 5 |
PHYS 123 | Introductory Physics for Life Sciences III | 5 |
PHYS 182 | General Physics II with Laboratory | 5 |
PHYS 183 | General Physics III with Laboratory | 5 |
PSY 313 | Developmental Psychology | 4 |
PSY 314 | Human Development and the Learner | 4 |
PSY 362 | Introductory Statistics | 5 |
PSY 421 | Human Neuroanatomy | 4 |
PSY 449 | Abnormal Psychology | 4 |
PSY 478 | Behavioral Neuroscience | 4 |
Total Elective Credits: | 24 |
The following table provides an overview of a standard four-year plan for successful completion of the clinical physiology major. The culminating Clinical Field Experience (EXSC 493) requires completion of all courses in the major. General Education and other non-major aspects of graduation are determined by General Academic Advising and Degree Checkout, not the clinical physiology program.
Clinical Physiology 4-Year Academic Plan |
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Freshman |
Sophomore |
Junior |
Senior |
Gen Ed Courses |
Gen Ed Courses |
EXSC 351 & 351LAB |
BIOL 305 |
To explore different healthcare career options, check out this Healthcare Career Guide! To learn more about a specific healthcare profession, see the links below:
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Nursing
Physician's Assistant
Sports Medicine - Athletic Trainer
Chiropractic Medicine
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Orthotics and Prosthetics
Program Director
Faculty
Laboratory Technician
Patrick Coffey
Academic Advisor for Health Sciences
(509) 963-3580
patrick.coffey@cwu.edu
Jared Dickinson, PhD, FACSM
Program Director, Clinical Physiology
(509) 963-2341
jared.dickinson@cwu.edu
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