College of Education and Professional Studies
Kinesiology
Bachelor of Science | Major
Kinesiology BS—Human Performance, Strength, and Conditioning Specialization
In our degree, discover how the human body works.
Our Kinesiology BS—Human Performance, Strength, and Conditioning Specialization studies movement and associated functional responses to enable understanding of the links between fitness, exercise, diet, and health. You'll learn a scientific approach to study how exercise and the human body interact. The field contributes to the development of evidence-based practices that promote physical well-being and overall health.
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Health Sciences Department Website
Human Performance, Strength, and Conditioning Specialization
Required Courses
- IHP 465 - Muscle Physiology
- OR KIN 480 - Science of Resistance Exercise
- KIN 446 - Sports Nutrition
- KIN 481 - Exercise Testing and Evaluation for Strength and Conditioning
- KIN 482 - High-Performance Program Design and Facility Administration
- KIN 495A - Practicum: Kinesiology
Department-Approved Electives
- COM 345 - Business and Professional Speaking
- IHP 455 - Environmental Stress and Human Performance
- IHP 456 - Ergogenic Aids and Human Performance Ergogenic Aids and Human Performance
- KIN 352 - Assessment and Treatment of Athletic Injuries
- NUTR 345 - Nutrition and the Lifecycle
- NUTR 350 - Weight Management
- MGT 380 - Organizational Management
- MGT 382 - Principles of Management
- MGT 394 - Legal Considerations in Sport Business
- MGT 395 - Leadership in Business Organizations
- MKT 360 - Principles of Marketing
- MKT 362 - Essential Marketing Concepts
- MKT 370 - Sports Marketing and Sponsorship
- MKT 371 - Sponsorship and Promotion in Sport Business
- MKT 372 - Revenue Generation and Finance in Sport Business
For a comprehensive list of courses and detailed information on credit requirements, please refer to the Academic Catalog.
Lifelong Learning
Embrace a commitment to lifelong learning, preparing you for continuous professional development and adaptation to industry changes.
Capstone Experience
Complete a capstone project that allows you to apply your knowledge in a practical setting, addressing real-world challenges in exercise science.
Focus on Performance
Discover techniques for optimizing athletic performance, helping you improve fitness and athletic capabilities.
Hands-On Learning
Explore specialized laboratory courses where you will develop skills and learn techniques to evaluate human movement and human performance
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Labs
The program features several specialized, active research labs focused on various aspects of exercise science, allowing you to participate in cutting-edge research.
Class Sizes
Faculty professors will know your name and provide personalized mentoring as you develop your academic interests.
Certified
Graduates are well-prepared to pursue professional certifications as personal trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, and exercise specialists.
Why Study Health Science at Central?
- Gain experience through labs and internships that apply classroom learning to real-world health challenges
- Our programs support an interdisciplinary approach that lets you explore various fields like nutrition, public health, and physiology, preparing you for a wide range of careers
- You'll learn in the new Health Sciences building, featuring an ambulance simulator, an environmental chamber that can simulate altitudes and temperatures, and so much more
Careers
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Personal Trainer
Exercise Specialist
Corporate Wellness Coordinator
Health Promotion Specialist