Human Performance Physical Fitness Specialist
Degree and Certificate Requirements
2008-09 Catalog

Associate of Applied Science
The degree program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of movement, exercise, nutrition and health. The student will learn how to conduct fitness and health assessments, develop exercise prescriptions and evaluate nutritional needs. Practical hands-on experience in our on-site fitness center provides students with the skills and confidence they need in working with a diverse population. Students are eligible to take National Certifications at the completion of the program.

For additional information contact the Program Coordinator: Ms. Sophie Mabry at 303-797-5856 or e-mail at: sophie.mabry@arapahoe.edu.

These classes transfer to several four year schools including Metropolitan State College of Denver toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Performance and Sport. Specific course sequences and prerequisites apply. Students must pass their classes with a “C” or better.

For other general education classes, see advisor or program coordinator for approval.

* PREREQUISITE required.

** One Aquatic class required.

***Students must score an 80 on the reading ACCUPLACER, 95 on the sentence skills ACCUPLACER, 85 on the mathematical ACCUPLACER.

Physical Fitness Specialist
Degree and Certificate Requirements
2008-09 Catalog

Certificate
This certificate program is designed for students who already have a bachelor’s degree and are preparing for a National Certification test or those in need of continuing education credits.

Students must score an 80 on the reading ACCUPLACER, 95 on the sentence skills ACCUPLACER, 85 on the mathematical ACCUPLACER.

*PREREQUISITE required.

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