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• EXER 348: Group Exercise Techniques & Leadership

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will focus on the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively conduct group exercise activities. More specifically, it will explore the fundamentals of group exercise leadership, primary components of group exercise, and group exercise programming. In addition, students will be introduced to a variety of group exercise formats (i.e., high/low cardio, sports conditioning, yoga, functional training). This course will provide an opportunity to teach and evaluate group exercise sessions for all ages. Prerequisite:    EXER 321 (Grade of C or Higher) or EXER 343 (Grade of C or Higher) Corequisite:    EXER 321, EXER 343
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• EXER 350: Nutrition for Sport & Fitness

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Builds upon concepts from ESC 260 with an emphasis on metabolic processes and applications of nutrition to sport, performance, and fitness. Explores ergogenic aspects of nutrition and the role of nutrition in weight control. Prerequisite:    EXER 260 (Grade of C or Higher) and (EXER 321 (Grade of C or Higher) or EXER 343 (Grade of C or Higher))
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• EXER 352: Psychology of Physical Activity

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will explore topics about the relationship between physical activity and psychology. Specifically, this includes understanding how and why physical activity improves mental health and cognitive functioning, explaining various psychosocial factors that affect activity levels, using behavior change theories to improve rates of physical activity participation, and identifying issues unique for various diverse populations. Prerequisite:    EXER 150 (Grade of C or Higher) and (PSYC 101 or HONR 151)
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• EXER 360: Sports Medicine

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to cover various aspects of the sports medicine field. The content will address: basic rehabilitation principles; documentation and note taking; how therapeutic modalities affect pain and healing; and sport pharmacology. Additionally, special considerations for the pediatric, female, and senior athletes related to injury prevention, identification, and rehabilitation will be covered. Finally, this course will cover general medical conditions (gastrointestinal problems, diabetes, hypertension, skin infections, etc.). Prerequisite:    EXER 278 (Grade of C or Higher) and EXER 340 (Grade of C or Higher)
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• EXER 375: Exercise Testing and Programming

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to aid students in gaining the knowledge and practical application of testing, programming and exercise techniques associated with fitness training. The fitness training will be based on cardiorespiratory, flexibility, and resistance training guidelines from the ACSM and/or the NSCA. Restricted to exercise science majors. Restricted to Exercise Science majors and Exercise Science minors. Prerequisite:    EXER 321 (Grade of C or Higher) or EXER 343 (Grade of C or Higher)
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• EXER 387: Theory and Practice of Power and Agility Training

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course prepares students to design both short-term and long-term training programs for both power and agility training. The primary goal is for the student to be able to develop the knowledge and skills to train a variety of different athletes and populations. Prerequisite:    EXER 321 (Grade of C or Higher) or EXER 343 (Grade of C or Higher) Corequisite:    EXER 321, EXER 343
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• EXER 391: Selected Topics in Exercise Science

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
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• EXER 393: Selected Topics in Exercise Science

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
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• EXER 395: Internship in Allied Health Setting

  1.00 - 12.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Students will complete an observational, practical, and/or research-based learning experience in their choice of an allied health, rehabilitation, or medical setting. This will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills they have gained from their coursework to a real world experience in a professional setting that supports their career goals. Internship placements must be approved by an academic advisor. The Exercise Science Department will schedule students into their internship only when all required paperwork is completed. At least 3 credits are required for the major; additional credits may count towards major elective or free elective credits. Prerequisites: EXER 150 with a C or better; at least two other Exercise Science courses completed with a C or better; 42 credits completed; and a GPA of 2.5. Prerequisite:    EXER 278 (Grade of C or Higher) and EXER 340 (Grade of C or Higher)
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• EXER 399: Independent Study in Exercise Science

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.
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