Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education - Concentration in Physical Activity and Fitness Management / Pre-Occupational Therapy
Program Overview
This program prepares students for careers in physical activity leadership, with a focus on adapted physical activity, aquatics, outdoor adventure fitness, coaching education, or fitness. It includes required basic courses, fitness/health coursework, and a choice of blocks in specific areas. Students also complete additional occupational therapy prerequisite courses, research methods, and anthropology or sociology coursework.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Course List:
- Required Basic Courses:
- PE 131: Foundations of Leadership in Physical Activity (3 credits)
- PE 202: Technology for Wellness (3 credits)
- PE 231: Strategies for Teaching Physical Activity (3 credits)
- PE 331: Evidence-Based Physical Activity (3 credits)
- PE 332: Administration and Management of Physical Activity (3 credits)
- PE 450: Internship (6 credits)
- PE 473: Professionalism, Advocacy, and Leadership in Physical Activity (3 credits)
- Required Fitness/Health Coursework:
- BIOL 309: Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits)
- PE 242: Physical Health and Fitness Education (3 credits)
- PE 268: Contemporary Topics in Health (3 credits)
- PE 335: Science of the Mind-Body Connection (3 credits)
- Blocks (Select two):
- Block A: Adapted Physical Activity:
- PE 227: Introduction to Adapted Physical Activity
- PE 353: Adapted Physical Activity and Health Through the Lifespan
- PE 460: Program Design in Adapted Physical Activity
- Select 3 credits from:
- PE 262: Adapted Aquatics
- PE 266: Disability Sport in the 21st Century: A Global Perspective
- Block B: Aquatics:
- PE 107: Aquatic Fundamentals
- PE 348: Aquatic Leadership
- PE 446: Water Safety Instruction
- Select 4 credits from:
- PE 123: Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
- PE 189: Basic Canoeing
- PE 236: Introduction to Kayaking
- PE 237: Emergency Medical Response
- PE 262: Adapted Aquatics
- PE 363: Lifeguarding Instructor
- PE 345: Teaching and Coaching of Water Polo
- PE 349: Skin and Scuba Diving
- PE 363: Lifeguarding Instructor
- Block C: Outdoor Adventure Fitness:
- PE 241: Outdoor Pursuits
- PE 334: Applied Methodologies in Adventure
- Select 6 credits from:
- PE 123: Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
- PE 125: Bicycling
- PE 182: Introduction to Rock Climbing
- PE 186: Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
- PE 236: Introduction to Kayaking
- PE 272: Enhancing Fitness through Running and Walking
- PE 276: Skate-Based Action Sports
- PE 349: Skin and Scuba Diving
- Block D: Coaching Education:
- PE 237: Emergency Medical Response
- PE 270: Psychological and Sociological Bases of Sport
- PE 306: Conditioning for Athletic Performance
- PE 369: Philosophy and Psychology of Coaching
- Block E: Fitness:
- PE 238: Applied Principles of Exercise
- PE 378: Teaching and Leading of Strength and Resistance Training
- PE 393: Nutrition for Physical Activity, Exercise, and Health
- RCTH 364: Biomechanics of Individuals with Disabilities
- Additional Occupational Therapy Prerequisite Courses:
- BIOL 209: Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
- EXSC 250: Medical Terminology (3 credits)
- PHYS 201: Elements of Physics I with Lab (4 credits)
- STAT 152: Elementary Statistics I (3 credits)
- PSYC 105: Introduction to Psychology (3 credits)
- PSYC 244: Developmental Psychology (3 credits)
- PSYC 276: Introduction to Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)
- Research Methods: Select one:
- EXSC 300: Research Methods in Exercise Science
- HCAM 499: Health Care Theory and Research Capstone Seminar
- INDP 318: Research Methods in Interdisciplinary Studies
- PSYC 231: Psychological Science I: Research Methods
- SOWK 318: Research Methods
- Anthropology or Sociology: Select one:
- INDP 106: Race and Ethnic Diversity in the USA
- INDP 202: Introduction to Anthropology
- INDP 211: Biological Anthropology
- INDP 309: Health and Society
- INDP 310: Cultural Area Studies
- INDP 321: Minority Groups
- INDP 324: The Family
- INDP 326: Society, Culture, and Self
- INDP 339: Gender Roles and Society
- INDP 342: Sociology of Aging
Slippery Rock University
Overview:
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (SRU) is a public university located in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
SRU provides a vibrant campus experience with opportunities for student involvement. The university hosts a "Week of Welcome" event to welcome new students and offers various clubs and organizations for students to join.
Academic Programs:
The university offers a variety of academic programs, including majors in engineering, interdisciplinary studies, and other fields. SRU also has a strong focus on hands-on learning and research opportunities for students.
Other:
SRU is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). The university has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).
