EXSC 2300 - Introduction to Exercise Testing and Prescription - Writing Intensive

Hours: 4
This course is intended to prepare students to effectively fitness test, administer health appraisals, and prescribe programs of physical activity including cardiovascular endurance, muscular fitness, flexibility, and body composition. Training will focus on general apparently healthy persons or those medically cleared for physical activity. Preliminary discussions regarding persons with arthritis, coronary heart disease, low back pain, diabetes as well as children, seniors, and pregnant women will be discussed. The student will learn how to help individuals in creating a vision and setting goals for their health and fitness and the principles of effectively facilitating behavioral change in potential clients. This course prepares the student for the expected job tasks of a personal trainer according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). There is a practical component to this course that is completed by working with faculty and staff individuals at the University.
Prerequisites: HLED 1111, Sophomore status or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.

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EXSC 2300 - Introduction to Exercise Testing and Prescription - Writing Intensive