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• EXSC 417: Wellness and Reconditioning in Athletic Training

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to facilitate learning specific to safe and effective health-related wellness screening, and the design and implementation of fitness programs for a diverse population. Incorporates theoretical knowledge and skills of health and wellness.
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• EXSC 424: Nutrition and Exercise

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course provides an understanding of the dietary standards that dictate nutritional requirements for apparently healthy adults. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation of an recommendations for macronutrients, micronutrients, and hydration status for health, physical activity, and human performance. Grade of C or better is required in this course.
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• EXSC 427: Mastery in Athletic Training

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  A capstone course that allows the student to synthesize and apply knowledge and skills of an entry-level athletic trainer in a comprehensive manner.
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• EXSC 430: Seminar in Strength and Conditioning

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course analyzes advanced strength and conditioning theory and practice. Topics include musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory physiology, metabolism and nutrition, acute responses to exercise and chronic adaptations to training, biomechanical concepts, measurement and evaluation, resistance training techniques, exercise prescription, speed development, and plyometric training. In addition, this course prepares students to take the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) examination provided by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
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• EXSC 431: Health and Fitness in the Older Adult

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course examines wellness promotion and health fitness programs for the older adult, particularly people age fifty and above. Emphasis is placed upon prevention or delay of chronic diseases or disorders.
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• EXSC 432: Pediatric Exercise Science

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course examines health, physical activity, and physical fitness status of children and adolescents. Physiological responses to exercise, methodologies for assessing physical fitness and physical activity, and promotion of physical activity are discussed. Current research in various topics related to exercise in children and adolescents are explored.
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• EXSC 434: Physiology of Aging and Physical Activity

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course examines the physiology of the aging process with emphasis on the effects of physical activity on health and on the degenerative process of aging. Emphasis is placed on the physiological responses to aging that are influenced by physical activity.
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• EXSC 435: Exercise Programming for Cancer

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course provides a foundation for an integration of knowledge and skills regarding the components of cancer, cancer treatments, and the concepts of rehabilitating cancer patients using exercise interventions. Emphasis is placed on physiological alterations that occur during and following cancer therapy and the effects that exercise has on eliminating or reducing these effects. Opportunities to develop individualized exercise programs for cancer patients will be provided.
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• EXSC 450: Exercise Science Internship

  3.00 - 12.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course provides the opportunity for students to develop and apply exercise science knowledge, skills, and abilities in a supervised university approved setting. Valid CPR/AED certification and proof of professional liability insurance required. Grade of C or better is required in this course
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• EXSC 490: Independent Study

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  Independent Study courses give students the opportunity to pursue research and/or studies that are not part of the university's traditional course offerings. Students work one on one or in small groups with faculty guidance and are typically required to submit a final paper or project as determined by the supervising professor.
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