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Exercise & Sport Sciences

Human Performance and Sport with a Concentration in Teaching

This undergraduate degree is designed to prepare elementary and secondary Physical Education teachers. This area offers a broad technical foundation in scientific principles and relevant technology, including kinesiology, exercise physiology, sports techniques, and pedagogical methodology. Students in this concentration should minor in Secondary Education, in order to obtain the K-12 teaching licensure in New Mexico.

Plan of Study

These courses are required for a Concentration in Athletic Training. Additionally, the Plan of Study includes a suggested progression of coursework from the freshman through senior years. Students must complete all prerequisites before advanced coursework may be taken.

First Fall Semseter:
Gen Pe 100 Fit for Life 2.0
HPS 260 History and Principles of PE 3.0

First Spring Semester:
Health 213 Nutrition for Exercise & Sport 3.0
HPS 223 First Aid & CPR 3.0

Second Fall Semester:
HPS 270 Intro to Athletic Training 4.0
HPS 370 Kinesiology 3.0
HPS 273 Medical Terminology 2.0
Chem 211 General Chemistry I 3.0
Chem 215 Chem I Lab 2.0

Second Spring Semester:
HPS 372 Applied Kinesiology 3.0
Chem 212 General Chemistry II 3.0
Chem 216 Chem II Lab 2.0 *
* Student apply to Athletic Training Emphasis
through the Department of HPLS

Third Fall Semester:
HPS 376 Exercise Physiology 3.0
HPS 391 Assess & Eval of Upper Ext 3.0

Third Spring Semester:
HPS 392 Assess & Eval of Lower Ext 3.0
HPS 420 Advanced Athletic Training 3.0
HPS 334 Practicum 3.0

Fourth Fall Semester:
HPS 410 Measurement & Evaluation 3.0
HPS 481 Therapeutic Mod & Pharmacol 4.0

Fourth Spring Semester:
HPS 444 Administration of Athletic Train 3.0
HPS 482 Therapeutic/Rehab Exercise 4.0

61 Total Credits

After Completion of Major:
HPS 334 Practicum 3.0

Faculty

EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCES

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Department Majors

HUMAN PERFORMANCE & SPORT | HEALTH

Available Minors

Human Performance & Sport
Health
Coaching