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  • EXSC 7050: Indust, Clinical & Corp Well

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is designed to develop knowledge and awareness of the major issues in the field of work site health promotion and clinical care. The focus of the course is on planning, administering and evaluating wellness and fitness programs based in clinical, industrial and corporate environments. The cost of unhealthy lifestyle choices for the individual and employer and their relationship to the workplace will be explored. Topics include "The Wellness Revolution," "The Industrial Athlete Model," benchmark programs and outcomes assessment strategies.
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  • EXSC 7100: Perf Enhance Physical Activity

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course offers a comprehensive discussion of functional anatomy, functional biomechanics and motor learning as they relate to functional rehabilitation and athletic reconditioning. The student will be introduced to integrated, functional rehabilitation techniques, including core stabilization, neuromuscular stabilization, reactive neuromuscular stabilization, integrated flexibility, integrated strength, speed training, foot training and vision training. The student will also be taught a comprehensive kinetic chain assessment to determine myokinematic, arthrokinematic and neuromuscular deficits. After completing this course and Performance Enhancement Program Design, students will be eligible to sit for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) examination for Performance Enhancement Specialist certification.
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  • EXSC 7110: Integ Approach Fit & Wellness

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course will introduce the revolutionary exercise programming strategies of the Optimum Performance Training model. The student will receive detailed insight into designing exercise programs for any personal training client. Students will be shown how this systematic approach to program design uniquely blends the science of acute variables with the concepts of flexibility, core stabilization, balance, reactive training, speed, agility and quickness, and strength training to develop safe and effective exercise programs for all individuals. After completing this course and Program Design in Fitness and Wellness, students will be eligible to sit for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) examination for Certified Personal Trainer certification.
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  • EXSC 7120: Corrective Exercise in Rehab

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course will introduce the student to corrective exercise theory based on the pathokinesiological model. The student will be introduced to a systematic evaluation approach based on the pathokinesiological model. The pathokinesiological model will examine human movement systems in regard to key regions of the human body. These regions will be recognized as potential sites for integrated corrective exercise programs.
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  • EXSC 7130: Psych Persp Sport Perf Enhance

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is designed to introduce students to various performance enhancement techniques commonly used in sports. Examples of such techniques will be presented. Students will be able to apply the basic features of performance enhancement and intervention to a specific sport or rehabilitation situation. Students will have the opportunity to create their own intervention manuals based on research and course content.
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  • EXSC 7140: Hlth & Well Coach Competencies

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Students will learn to help health and wellness coaching clients develop the mindsets needed to navigate the difficult path of changing lifestyles for good. Students will utilize evidence-based coaching competencies, grounded in the science of positive psychology, to help people make lasting improvements to their health and well-being.
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  • EXSC 7150: Bus Entrepreneur Fitness Ind

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course offers a comprehensive discussion of the practical aspects of starting and running a business in performance enhancement and fitness. The course focuses on launching new ventures, as well as business and management practices for individuals who are already in business but want to learn how to improve their operations. Specific topics include management theory, financial management, personnel management, record keeping, risk management and technology issues.
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  • EXSC 7160: Adv Tech Movement & Recovery

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    The purpose of this course is to explore theory and application of assessments, corrective exercise, and physical and physiological recovery strategies in the prevention or reduction of musculoskeletal injuries. Emphasis will be placed on system-based solutions that promote optimal human movement, performance, recovery, and readiness. Scientific evidence supporting design and implementation of musculoskeletal injury prevention programs are discussed.
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  • EXSC 7170: Strength/HITT in Grp Exercise

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course will introduce a scientific approach to group exercise, specifically focused on strength and High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) programs. The student will receive detailed insight into the concepts, principles, and procedures necessary to understand and implement strength and HIIT group exercise classes for all populations.
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  • EXSC 7180: Health Behav Chg Nurtrition Ed

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course examines health behavior change theories and practices utilized to facilitate healthful behavior change in a variety of nutrition-related settings. The design and evaluation of behavior change counseling and program development will also be explored.
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