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Human Performance/Exercise Health Science AAS

Associate of Applied Science Degree

CIP 310501 (HPF)

Human Performance/Exercise Health Sciences is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and psychological foundations of movement, exercise and sport. Students in the HUP/ EHS program receive skilled instruction in cardiovascular and strength training, health appraisals and fitness assessments, exercise prescription, behavior modification, sport nutrition, equipment use and function, exercise psychology and safety as well as wellness concepts which include smoking cessation, stress management, physical activity and weight control. Students will receive practical hands on experiences in our on-site fitness center, so you’ll feel comfortable and prepared to go out and actually do your work when you graduate or go on to pursue an advanced degree or national certification offered by the American College of Sports Medicine. The achievement of optimal health remains a worldwide priority in the twenty-first century. The growing fields of movement and exercise sciences promise increasing opportunities for movement practitioners in the field of Kinesiology. The primary role of a movement practitioner is to act as an educator and assist others with behavior modification that positively impacts both the individual and the society we live in. If you want to facilitate individuals in reaching their fullest potential, Human Performance/Exercise Health Sciences is the field for you. These classes transfer to several four-year schools including Metropolitan State University of Denver toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Performance and Sport.

Course sequence does apply, It is recommended that students seek advising from program coordinator, Sophie Mabry (sophie.mabry@arapahoe.edu) to ensure success in the classroom and transferability of classes to four year schools.

Admission Requirements

• Admission to Arapahoe Community College
• ACCUPLACER sentence skills score of 95+ and an ACCUPLACER reading score of 80+ and 85+ on the mathematical score (or equivalent ACT / SAT scores or appropriate prior college-level coursework) to successfully complete HWE courses provided first day of class
• Program approval is required in order to transfer in exercise health science classes credit from other institutions
• Attending a new student meeting specific to the HUP/EHS program is required of all new and perspective students in the HUP/EHS program. Call program coordinator for dates and times
• Successful results of a criminal background check is required by the first day of class
• Specific course sequences and prerequisites apply.
• The Human Performance/ Exercise Health Sciences program expects all students in the HUP/EHS program to have access to a computer with Microsoft word, excel power point and publisher.
• Required materials include: jump drive, calculator capable of 10 decimal points, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, stop watch and professional exercise attire.

Program Requirements

Students must choose 5 credit hours from the following:

Graduation Requirements

• All major, general education and other courses required for the degree must be completed with a grade of "C" (70%) or better.
• To graduate, students must apply for graduation and complete the graduation survey (available via myACC). (form available at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation)
• After applying for graduation, all correspondence to a student about the status of their program conferral will be sent to their student email address only.
• As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.

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