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• EXSC 2349: Weight Management

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course assists students in acquiring a background of scientific knowledge related to weight and weight management. It emphasizes topics commonly addressed in a variety of professional settings and in community health, corporate health, and/or medical settings. Specific areas of concentration include nutrition, exercise, weight-related illness, dieting, stress, health behavior change, and healthy weight management practices. Students will gain weight management knowledge and skills to utilize in their careers as health and wellness professionals, as well as in their own lives.
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• EXSC 2365: Health Emergencies

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course emphasizes decision making in first aid care and the provision of emergency assistance. Satisfactory completion of this course may lead to certification in Red Cross First Aid and CPR.
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• EXSC 3100: Business Aspects of Fitness

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  A comprehensive discussion of the pragmatic approach to conducting business in the fitness industry. The course focuses on key elements within the business structure, including marketing, facility management, accounting, budgeting, change management and the creation of additional profit centers. Additionally, students will identify key partners in running a successful business.
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• EXSC 3105: Motivation in Well & Fitness

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  The art of motivating people to begin and/or maintain physical activity and a healthy lifestyle is a challenging style that fitness professionals must develop. This course is designed to allow students to implement strategies to motivate clients to begin and/or maintain wellness and fitness lifestyles. Motivational concepts like creating habits, setting goals, creating self confidence through positive self talk and attitude, and creating an encouraging fitness environment are all discussed.
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• EXSC 3125: Intged Personal Fitness Train

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  A comprehensive view of personal fitness training with a focus on assessment and developing customized fitness programs. The course will orient the student to the basics of the revolutionary exercise programming strategies of the Optimum Performance Training model.
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• EXSC 3135: Integratd Pers Fitness Pgm Des

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course will introduce the revolutionary exercise programming strategies of the Optimum Performance Training model specifically for the fitness and wellness professional. The student will receive a detailed insight into designing safe and effective exercise programs for any personal training client. This course is linked to EXSC 3125.
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• EXSC 3150: Fitness for Special Population

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  An in-depth analysis of the fitness needs of individuals from special populations. Particular attention will be placed on legislative initiatives and their effect on fitness professionals and the individuals with special needs whom they serve.
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• EXSC 3180: Wellness & Fit for Aging Pop

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course will focus on developing the skills that will assist individuals who are aging by providing knowledge and skills necessary to promote and maintain fitness. Students will be exposed to special topics impacting this population. Special emphasis will be placed on adapting activities and strategies for leading groups.
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• EXSC 3201: Emerg Medical Respond/Clinical

  6.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Within the Bachelor of Science Integrative Studies Degree with a concentration in Health Promotion and Wellness, the Emergency Medical Responder/Clinical course will facilitate transference of a block of 6 credits for completion of the coursework obtained for the successful completion of a state-approved Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course that meets or exceeds the National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards for the Emergency Medical Responder.
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• EXSC 3214: C P R

  1.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Required for the Athletic Coaching Program. Follows the recommendations and guidelines of the American Red Cross. Students earn an American Red Cross CPR Certificate upon successful completion of the course.
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