Department of Health Sciences
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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. The curriculum is designed to promote critical thinking, effective writing, clear articulation and presentation, and to promote analytical skills that transcend the subject matter. Students also participate in, and learn to appreciate, the application of scientific research to real world problems and/or service for the benefit of the community. Upon graduation, clinical physiology majors should be equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in graduate school and/or professional fields of study, at the completion of which they will have a diverse array of certified and licensed healthcare career options (many of the careers that Clinical Physiology prepares students for are highlighted as the “best jobs” in the 2021 US News and World Report).
Clinical physiology is characterized by:
Clinical physiology specifically prepares students to enter specialized post-baccalaureate professional programs in critical high‐demand, health‐care arenas such as, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician's assistant, sports medicine-athletic training, chiropractic medicine, accelerated nursing, prosthetics and orthotics, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Students with an interest in medicine should consult with Dr. Levente Fabry-Asztalos (Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry)
The Clinical Physiology program has reciprocal, coordinated, and integrated relationships with many academic departments in order to provide students with objective, appropriate, and up-to-date information.
To help best prepare for a future in a health care profession, check the related links for resources. Start with the American Medical Association listing of health professions as well as the web site established and maintained by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. In addition, the Healthcare Career Guide describes many career options and the steps needed to attain these career goals. Listed below are a few important websites to assist with learning more about different health professions.
Admission to Central Washington University does not ensure acceptance into the clinical physiology program. The clinical physiology degree includes several preparatory courses in Chemistry and Physics that may also satisfy general education requirements. All courses in the curriculum require a grade of C or better to graduate.
Application procedures:
Freshman and Sophomore Years
Junior and Senior Years
The following table provides an overview of a typical four-year plan for successful completion of the Clinical Physiology Major. Most courses offered in the junior and senior year are scheduled multiple times quarters during the year. The culminating Clinical Field Experience (EXSC 493) requires completion of all courses in the major. For a detailed four year plan click (here).
General Education and other non-major aspects of graduation are determined by General Academic Advising and Degree Checkout. The Clinical Physiology Program has no purview over elements that are outside of the major. The following table is an important guide to facilitate graduation in a timely manner.
Clinical Physiology 4-Year Academic Plan |
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Freshman |
Sophomore |
Junior |
Senior |
Gen Ed Courses CHEM 111 - 113 OR CHEM 181 - 183 NUTR 101 PSY 101 |
Gen Ed Courses OR PHYS 121 - 123 OR PHYS 181 - 183 Apply to major EXSC 350+350L |
EXSC 351+351L EXSC 353 EXSC 470 Electives |
BIOL 305 BIOL 306 EXSC 495 EXSC 456 EXSC 493 Electives |
Course | Title | Credits |
Preparatory Courses (C or better): | 20 Credits | |
CHEM 111, 112, 113 + Laboratories | 15 | |
or CHEM 181, 182, 183 + Laboratories | ||
PHYS 121 + Laboratory | 5 | |
or PHYS 111 + Lab or PHYS 181 + Lab | ||
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 |
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Required Courses (C or better): | 56 Credits | |
BIOL 305 | Human Anatomy/Physiology I | 5 |
BIOL 306 | Human Anatomy/Physiology II | 5 |
EXSC 350 | Gross Anatomy | 3 |
EXSC 350L | Gross Anatomy Lab | 2 |
EXSC 351 | Physiology | 4 |
EXSC 351L | Physiology Lab | 1 |
EXSC 353 | Physical and Orthopedic Assessment | 4 |
EXSC 370 | Biomechanics | 4 |
EXSC 450 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
EXSC 450L | Physiology of Exercise Lab | 1 |
EXSC 456 | Clinical Physiology | 5 |
EXSC 470 | Clinical Biomechanics | 4 |
EXSC 493 | Clinic Field Experience | 12 |
EXSC 495 | Clinical Practicum | 2 |
Elective Courses (C grade or better): | 24 Credits | |
BIOL 322** | Intro. Microbiology | 5 |
BIOL 323** | Microbiology | 5 |
BIOL 353 | Integrative Anatomy | 6 |
BIOL 454 | Histology | 6 |
EMS 443 | Myo. Dis, Aryth. Diag. | 4 |
EMS 444 | 12 Lead Electrocardiography | 4 |
EXSC 438 | Therapeutic Ex | 3 |
EXSC 446 | Sports Nutrition & Weight Control | 3 |
EXSC 452 | Therapeutic Modalities | 3 |
NUTR 433 | Macronutrients | 3 |
NUTR 443 | Metabolism and Micronutrients | 5 |
PHYS 112** | Intro Physics II + lab | 5 |
PHYS 113** | Intro Physics III + lab | 5 |
PHYS 122** | Intro Phys Life Sci + lab | 5 |
PHYS 123** | Intro Phys Life Sci + lab | 5 |
PHYS 182** | General Physics II + Lab | 5 |
PHYS 183** | General Physics III + Lab | 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 to Complete Major: | 100 Credits | |
** PT and PA programs typically require CHEM 181-183, most also require PSY 362 (or equivalent), PSY 313, PSY 449, a year of PHYSICS, and BIOL 322 |
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Pre-Major Drop-in advising with Pat Coffey
Bouillon Hall Room 205
Wednesdays 8am - 11am
Thursdays 8am - 10am
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