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2013-2014 Course Catalog

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Department of Health and Human Performance

Scott Richter, Chair

Vision

Health and Human Performance Professionals

Creating a Healthy, Progressive Global Community 

Mission

In pursuit of our vision, HHP prepares quality graduates to be ethical and competent entry level professionals in health and human performance related occupations or candidates for advanced study in related disciplines.  Within the liberal arts tradition of The University of Montana and the mission of the College of Education and Human Services, the Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) engages in professional education, scholarly activity, and meaningful public service.   The department emphasizes mental, social, spiritual, and physical dimensions of health to promote healthy lifestyle choices and enhance quality of life.   

The Health and Human Performance Department has established the following goals in support of our vision and mission:

  • Promote an understanding and appreciation for the scope of the profession
  • Enhance student awareness of departmental mission and goals
  • Coordinate student development of the basic skills germane to effective practice as health and human performance professionals or successful pursuit of advanced studies
  • Cultivate higher-order thinking skills that increase students' involvement and interest in their own learning, promoting a lifelong quest for knowledge 
  • Nurture cognition of the multiple dimensions of health (physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental)
  • Advocate respect for the uniqueness and dignity of others.  Undergraduate students choose between two majors: Athletic Training or Health & Human Performance (HHP). HHP majors also choose from one of the following options: Exercise Science; Health Enhancement, or Community Health.

The Exercise Science option has three tracks:  Pre-Professional,  Applied, and Pre-Athletic Training.  The Pre-Professional track is designed to provide students with an in-depth science background and prepares students for post-baccalaureate study in exercise physiology and related health sciences such as medical school, physical therapy, physician's assistant or other medical programs. Successful graduates of this option should possess the knowledge and skills to qualify for the ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification (requires additional clinical hours).  The Pre-Professional option is for students planning to continue on in higher education.  The Applied track is designed to prepare students for jobs as strength and conditioning coaches, athletic coaches, personal trainers, elderly services providers, corporate wellness personnel and directors, fitness center directors and other fitness related jobs.  Successful graduates of this track should possess the knowledge and skills to qualify for the American College of Sport Medicine-Fitness Instructor and/or National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.  The Pre-Athletic Training Track is designed for students interested in applying for the Entry-Level Master's in Athletic Training Program (see information below).

The Health Enhancement option prepares students to use a variety of educational strategies designed to facilitate the adoption of healthy behaviors in K-12 students.  Upon acceptance into the College of Education, and successful completion of the course requirements students will be eligible for a Montana K-12 teaching license.  See Admission Policies below.

The Community Health option prepares students with knowledge and skills related to assessing individual and community needs prior to planning, implementing, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles and environments.  Individuals who will be most successful in the community health option are those who are deeply interested in the interrelationship among all aspects of health (social, emotional, mental, spiritual and physical) and in the life and behavioral sciences.  In addition, success in this field requires imagination and creativity in applying scientific knowledge to strategies for individual and community change through a wide range of educational, environmental and political approaches. Graduates of this program will be prepared to take the National Certification Exam for Health Education Specialists.

The Entry-Level Master's in Athletic Training Program major prepares competent entry-level athletic trainers for employment in educational and clinical settings or post-graduate study. The Athletic Training curriculum is designed to help students develop competency in evidence based medicine, prevention and health promotion, clinical examination and diagnosis, acute care of injury and illness, therapeutic interventions, psychosocial strategies and referral, healthcare administration and professional development and responsibility.  Successful graduates should possess the knowledge and skills to qualify for the Board of Certification Examination.

The graduate curriculum in Health and Human Performance at The University of Montana prepares post-graduates to become effective health and human performance professionals or competitive candidates for advanced study in related disciplines through a comprehensive program of study and guided research. Development of the following is considered essential in achieving a graduate degree:

  1. Oral and written communication skills,
  2. An understanding of current research literature in one's chosen specialization and to promote independent pursuit of learning beyond the confines of curricular requirements,
  3. Appropriate technological skills,
  4. Ability to design, conduct, and report research in a scholarly fashion,
  5. Personal characteristics, sense of responsibility, and professional behaviors requisite for effective functioning as an advanced health and human performance professional.

Graduate options include Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Athletic Training, and Health and Human Performance. For more information regarding the department's graduate program refer to either:

The University of Montana Graduate Programs and Admissions catalog: http://www.umt.edu/grad/

The College of Education and Human Sciences Graduate website:http://coehs.umt.edu/departments/hhp/graduate_programs/default..php

Activity Classes

The HHP department also provides a large activity program (HHP classes numbered 100-179) which includes instruction in a wide variety of individual, team, recreational, and fitness activities. Goals of this program include helping students:

  1. Develop and maintain long-term health-related fitness,
  2. Develop motor performance skills that facilitate regular and continuous participation in physical activity, and
  3. Develop the adult "inner athlete" who continually strives to reach optimal potential through involvement in challenging endeavors.

Any University of Montana student may elect to apply up to four credits from HHP 100-179 toward a baccalaureate degree. For descriptions of the activity classes offered, refer to the website at http://coehs.umt.edu/departments/hhp/activity_classes/default..php and select Activity Classes.

Special Degree Requirements

Refer to graduation requirements listed previously in the catalog. See index.

Students must fulfill the requirements listed below. All HHP majors must earn a minimum grade of a C- in all required courses, including prerequisites, except for special cases of higher requirements in Athletic Training and Health Enhancement noted below. In-department and out-of-department courses specifically listed in this catalog as requirements for Health and Human Performance majors must be taken for a traditional letter grade. 

Athletic training students must earn a grade of C (2.00) in all required courses, including prerequisite courses. Courses specifically listed in the catalog, as requirements for the athletic training major (Athletic Training Program) must be taken for a traditional letter grade. This includes in-department and out-of-department courses. Students in the professional phase of the athletic training program who receive less than C (2.00) on any required courses will be placed on probation and may not be allowed to continue any sequential courses until they retake the course and receive at least a C. If a student receives less than a C (2.00) after repeating a course, the student may be dismissed from the program.

The University of Montana symbolic systems requirement is met by completing one of the following statistics courses and any pre-requisite courses: STAT 216 (MATH 241) Introduction to Statistics or PSYX 222 (PSYC 220) Psychological Statistics or SOCI 202 (SOC 202) Social Statistics or WILD 240 (WBIO 240) Wildlife Monitoring & Biostatistics or EDU 421(C&I 486/HHP 486).  All options must meet this requirement.

Admission Policies for Health Enhancement Option

The Health Enhancement option is designed for individuals who wish to teach in K-12 school systems. Application for admission to the College of Education must be made (refer to http://coehs.umt.edu/departments/hhp/default.php). Applications are accepted twice a year; however, the number of students admitted into the program is limited. Application is made no sooner than after the completion of 30 hours of course work. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 is necessary for application.

To successfully complete the program in Health Enhancement, a student must receive a grade of C (2.00) or above in every course in the following areas: teaching major, professional education courses, a drug abuse course, PSYX 100S (PSYC 100), WRIT 101 (ENEX 101), and EDU 481 (C&I 427). These courses must be taken as a traditional letter grade.

Admission Policies for the Athletic Training Degree

Athletic Training Program (ATP)

The University of Montana-Missoula offers an accelerated entry level Master’s in Athletic Training program housed within the Health and Human Performance Department.  The program meets the standards established by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The current undergraduate Athletic Training Program is accredited by CAATE; however the Master’s in Athletic Training Program will undergo review in 2013-2014. The ATP is a demanding curriculum which requires dedication and commitment. Upon completion there are a variety of professional career opportunities.

This program allows students to take three years of pre-requisite courses and general education requirements, followed by 2 years in a professional athletic training program, including summers. Students will apply to the graduate school and the professional program spring of their third year. At the end of the 4th year, students will complete their Bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Performance with an option in Exercise Science. Students may enter the entry level Master’s in Athletic Training Program 3 different ways:

  1. UM students may take 3 years of pre-requisite courses and apply for admission into the graduate program for their final two years (complete Bachelor’s degree in 4th year, Master’s in 5th year);
  2. Transfer students may take pre-requisite courses elsewhere and transfer into the institution for their final two years of graduate work (complete Bachelor’s degree in 4th year, Master’s in 5th year); or
  3. Students may elect to complete a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (either at UM or elsewhere) and then apply to the Master’s in Athletic Training program for 2 years of graduate work.

Upon completion of the entry level Master’s in Athletic Training Program, students will be eligible to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) Exam.

Following are the requirements for application, admission, and retention of the Athletic Training Program (ATP).  Academic advisors are available to assist students with this interesting and challenging professional program.

Admission. Students who desire admission into the Professional Athletic Training Program must submit a formal application.  This application must be submitted by the deadline (February 15th ) prior to your proposed admission into the professional program. 

A review board consisting of the Athletic Training Program Director, Clinical Director, Preceptors, professional students and possibly other professionals, will evaluate each student applying for admission to the professional program.  Formal notification of admission to the professional program will be made in writing and sent to the candidate prior to the pre-registration period for autumn semester.

For more information on applying to the professional program, please go to http://coehs.umt.edu/umat/applications.php.

PRE-PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The following pre-requisite classes or their equivalents are required to be completed before admission to the professional program (course syllabi are required if courses are not taken at UM):

Kinesiology/Biomechanics

Anatomy & Physiology I & II (both with labs)

Exercise Physiology

General Psychology

Basic Nutrition

Statistics

Preferred coursework includes: Motor control and learning, chemistry (2 semesters), and prevention and care of athletic injuries

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

  1. Students must apply and be accepted to the University of Montana’s Graduate School http://www.umt.edu/grad/Apply/Applying%20for%20Admission.php#Apply
  2. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for all college coursework (a GPA below 3.0 may be considered)
  3. Completed pre-requisite courses (students may be enrolled in pre-requisite courses at time of application)
  4. Documentation of 75 hours of observation under a Certified/Licensed Athletic Trainer
  5. Official transcript(s) of all college coursework

Professional-ATEP

As a student in the Athletic Training Program at the University of Montana, students must meet the following retention standards:

Enroll as a full-time student (unless approved by Program Director).

Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

Achieve no more than 2 "C" grades in graduate courses.

Achieve satisfactory evaluations in each Clinical Phase before progressing.

Successfully complete coursework in the sequence indicated by the program of study unless approved by Athletic Training Program Director.

Abide by the Code of Ethics of the University and those established by the National Athletic Trainers' Association.

Students are expected to complete at least 50-250 hours of clinical experience each semester and many of those hours are during evenings and weekends. Students who fail to meet the retention criteria will be placed on probation in the Athletic Training Program for a maximum of two semesters. This may limit progress of course sequencing and clinical phases. If standards are not met by the end of the probationary period, the student will be dismissed from the Athletic Training Program. Students who are placed on probation may require remediation as deemed appropriate by the Program Director.

For further information on clinical education requirements, please visit the athletic training website.

Additional Costs Associated with Program

There will be additional costs (above tuition and fees) for the clinical rotations.  Program fee: There is an additional fee of $925/semester in addition to regular tuition of fees. This fee will help cover the cost of lab equipment, accreditation costs, adjunct teaching, and software.  Other costs may include, but are not limited to: Criminal Background Check ($55),Initial NATA Membership Fee ($60 approximately), Polo Shirts ($30), and Medical Pack/Kit ($30).

Transportation is needed for all off-campus clinical sites.  Each student will have a minimum of one off-campus site.

General Program Requirements

First Aid and CPR Exit Certifications

All Health and Human Performance students are required to have the appropriate certification in first aid/emergency care and CPR at graduation. The following certifications will meet this competency:

Any one of the following current first aid/emergency care certifications:

  • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) - Emergency Medical Responder
  • National Safety Council Level - First Responder
  • Wilderness First Responder
  • First Responder - American Heart Association

Plus one of the following CPR certifications:

  • American Heart Association (Health Care Provider)
  • American Red Cross (Professional Rescuer)

Or Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician

Health and Human Performance students may use available elective credits to take HHP 288/289, First Responder and CPR, to meet this competency, or they may elect to fulfill the competency through one of the department approved agencies. Academic credit for HHP 288/289 will not be awarded for certifications earned at off-campus approved agencies other than the Health and Human Performance Department at The University of Montana.

Upper-division Writing Expectation

The HHP Department offers three upper-division writing courses to fulfill the General Education writing requirements; KIN 447 (HHP 450), HHP 472 and HEE 301 (HHP 301).  Exercise Science and Applied Health Science students are required to complete KIN 450 (HHP 450)(Analytical and Communication Techniques), and Health Enhancement Students are required to complete HHP 301 (Instructional Strategies in Secondary Physical Education.

Options Undergraduate students must complete requirements for a minimum of one of the options listed below. The typical student may take more than four years to complete these requirements, especially in the Health Enhancement option.

Masters in Athletic Training/BS HHP Exercise Science Pre-Athletic Training

Within Department (89 crs.): HHP KIN 205, KIN 201, ECP 120,121, KIN 322, KIN 323, KIN 320, KIN 321, KIN 330, KIN 447, KIN 325, HTH 475, NUTR 221N (HHP 236N), NUTR 411 (HHP 446), AHAT 210, AHAT 213, AHAT 479, CHTH 485, HHP 520, HHP 699/599, ATEP 534, ATEP540, ATEP 541, ATEP 542, ATEP 544, ATEP 546, ATEP 550, ATEP 551, ATEP 566, ATEP 569, ATEP 572, ATEP 574, ATEP 578. Out of Department (53 crs.): WRIT 101, COMM 111A; CHMY 121N, 123N, 124N; BIOH 201N, 202N and BIOH 211, 212 or BIOH 365 and BIOH 370 ; BIOM 250, WRIT 222; M 121 & M122 or M 151; STATS 216, PSYX 222, or EDU 421, PHSX 205N/206N, 207N/208N, PSYX 100S, BIOH 112 or BIOH 113 or BIOB 160.

Exercise Science Option (required courses): Students may complete either of the two tracks below (Applied or Pre-Professional) to complete the requirements for the Exercise Science Option.

Exercise Science Applied Track (required courses): Within Department (55 crs.): KIN 205, HEE 110, KIN 201, AHAT 210, AHAT 213, ECP 120, 121, KIN 322, KIN 323, KIN 320, KIN 321, KIN 330, COA 405, KIN 410, KIN 447, KIN 325, HTH 465, HTH 475, and KIN 498 (4 cr); NUTR 221N (HHP 236N), NUTR 411 (HHP 446). Upper division science credits (may be in or out of department) upon consent of advisor: 3. Out of Department (47 crs.): WRIT 101 (ENEX 101), COMM 111A; CHMY 121N, 123N, 124N (CHEM 151N, 152N, 154N); BIOH 201N, 202N (SCN 201N) and BIOH 211, 212 (SCN 202N) or BIOH 365 and BIOH 370 (BIOL 312-313); WRIT 222 (FOR 220); M 151 (MATH 121); STATS 216 (MATH 241), PSYX 222 (PSYC 220), or EDU 421 (HHP 486), BGEN 105S (MIS/BADM 100S) or BGEN 235 (MIS/BADM 257), PHSX 205N/206N (PHYS 111N/113N), PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S); 6 crs. of electives from HHP, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Psychology upon consent of advisor.  At least 3 credits must be upper division HHP.  NOTE:  BIOH 112 or 113 or 160 is required prior to BIOH 365-Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) on the UM campus and strongly recommended prior to SCN 201/202-A&P on the Missoula College (formerly COT) campus.  The HHP faculty recommend that all students take BIOH 112 or 113 or 160 prior to taking either A&P course (BIOH 365 or SCN 201) as students who neglect to take one of these courses prior to A&P experience a high rate of A&P failure. BIOH 112 or 113 or 160 will count as an HHP science elective.

Exercise Science Pre-professional Track (required courses): Within Department (43 crs.): KIN 205, KIN 201, ECP 120, 121, KIN 322, KIN 323, KIN 320, KIN 321, KIN 330, KIN 447, KIN 325, HTH 475, KIN 460, KIN 483, KIN 484, KIN 498 or KIN 499, NUTR 221N (HHP 236N), NUTR 411 (HHP 446). Upper division science credits (may be in or out of department) upon consent of advisor: 6. Out of Department (50 crs.): WRIT 101 (ENEX 101), COMM 111A; CHMY 121N, 123N, 124N (CHEM  151N, 152N, 154N); BIOH 201N, 202N (SCN 201N) and BIOH 211, 212 (SCN 202N) or BIOH 365 and BIOH 370 (BIOL 312-313); WRIT 222 (FOR 220); M 151 (MATH 121); STATS 216 (MATH 241), PSYX 222 (PSYC 220), or EDU 421 (HHP 486), PHSX 205N/206N, 207N/208N (PHYS 111/113N, 112/114N), PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S); 6 crs. of electives from biology, biochemistry, mathematics, physics, psychology upon consent of advisor.

Community Health Option (required courses): Within Department (46 crs.): KIN 201, KIN 205, HTH 110, ECP 120/121 or appropriate certification, CHTH 335, HTH 370, HTH 395, HTH 430, KIN 447, HTH 465, HTH 475E, CHTH 485, CHTH 445, 4 crs of CHTH 498, NUTR 211N (HHP 236N). Out of department (41 crs.): COMM 111A; PSYX 100S (PSYC 100); CHMY 121N (CHEM 151N); BIOM 250N (BIOL 106N); ENST 225 (EVST 225); BIOH 201N, 202N (SCN 201N) and BIOH 211, 212 (SCN 202N) or BIOH 365 and BIOH 370 (BIOL 312-313); ANTY 227 (ANTH 201); M 115 (MATH 117); WRIT 222 (FOR 220); SW 423; ANTY 426 (ANTH 444); STATS 216 (MATH 241), PSYX 222 (PSYC 220), or EDU 421 (HHP 486).  Elective courses - 18-24 crs. of in or out of department electives to be approved by academic advisor.  (note: at least 9 of the 24 elective credits must be at the 300 level or higher and students may not count more than 60 HHP credits toward graduation.)

Health Enhancement Option (required courses): Within Department (51-54 crs.): KIN 205, HEE 110, HEE 203, HEE 204, KIN 201, HEE 233, AHAT 210, AHAT 213, ECP 120, 121 or appropriate certification, HEE 301, HEE 302, KIN 322, KIN 323, KIN 320, KIN 321, KIN 330, HTH 465, HEE 340, HTH 475, NUTR 221N (HHP 236N). Out of Department (71-73 crs.): COMM 111A; CHMY 121N (CHEM 151N), BIOH 201N, 202N (SCN 201N) and BIOH 211, 212 (SCN 202N); BIOM 250N, BIOE 172N (BIOL 106N; BIOL 121N) or SCN 350; M 115 (MATH 117) PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S), PSYX 230S (PSYC 240S);EDU 202 (C&I 200), 221 (C&I 303), 345 (C&I 410), 370 (C&I 306), 395 (C&I 301 or 302), 407E (C&I 407E), 481 (C&I 427), 494 (C&I 494), 495 (C&I 481), 495 (482); STAT 216 (MATH 241), PSYX 222 (PSYC 220), or EDU 421 (HHP 486); NASX requirement. 

Suggested Course of Study

Accelerated Athletic Training Degree (Masters in Athletic Training/BS HHP Exercise Science):

First Year A S
WRIT 101 (ENEX 101) College Writing I (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
CHMY 121N (CHEM 151N) Into to General Chemistry 3 -
KIN 201 (HHP 226) Basic Exercise Prescription (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
KIN 205 (HHP 181) Foundations of Health and Human Performance (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
NUTR 221N (HHP 236) Nutrition (3) (3)
COMX 111A (COMM 111A) Introduction to Public Speaking (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
CHMY 123N (CHEM 152N) Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry - 3
M 121 or M 151 (MATH 111 or 121) College Algebra or Pre-Calculus 4/3 -
BIOH 112 or 113 (BIOL 112 or 113) Introduction to Human Form and Function I or II or BIOB 160N (BIOL 110N) Principles of Living Systems 3 -
M 122 (MATH 112) College Trigonometry or General Education Requirements L,H,Y or X courses - 3
Total 15-16 17
Second Year A S
BIOH 201N/202N (SCN 201N) Human Anatomy and Physiology I or BIOH 365 (BIOL 312) Human Anatomy and Physiology I for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365-370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) 4 -
WRIT 222 (FOR 220) Technical Writing 2 -
PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S) Introduction to Psychology 4 -
KIN 330 (HHP 384) Motor Learning and Control - 3
EDU 421 (HHP 486) Statistical Procedures in Education or PSYX 222 (PSYC 220) Psychological Statistics or STAT 216 (MATH 241) Introduction to Statistics - 3/4
BIOH 211N/212N (SCN 202N) Human Anatomy and Physiology II or BIOH 370 (BIOL 313), Human Anatomy and Physiology II for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365/370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) - 4
General Education Requirements (Select only from L,H,Y or X general education perspectives as needed) 6 6
Total 16 16-17
Third Year A S
KIN 322/323 (HHP 368/369) Kinesiology & Anatomical Kinesiology Lab 4 -
KIN 320/321 (HHP 377/378) Exercise Physiology & Lab 4 -
PHSX 205N/206N (PHYS 111N/113N) Fundamentals of Physics I 5 -
ECP 120/121 (HHP 288/289) Emergency Medical Responder Lecture and Lab - 3
AHAT 201/213 (HHP 240/241) Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries & Lab 3 -
PHSX 207N/208N (PHYS 112N/114N) Fundamentals of Physics II  - 5
PHAR 110N Use & Abuse of Drugs - 3
KIN 325 (HHP 460) Biomechanics - 3
HTH 475E (HHP 475E) Legal & Ethical Issues in Health and Exercise Professions - 3
Total 16 17
Submit Application to the Professional Program by February 15th as well as to the UM Graduate School
Fourth Year - Summer
ATEP 534 Athletic Training Techniques 3
ATEP 566 Therapeutic Modalities 3
Total 6
Fourth Year A S
ATEP 542 Assessment of Lower Extremities 3 -
KIN 447 (HHP 450) Analytical and Communication Techniques 4 -
ATEP 540 Clinical Practicum in Athletic Training I 3 -
ATEP 569 Clinical Anatomy Lab 1 -
HHP 520 Educational Research 3 -
NUTR 411 Nutrition for Sport & Exercise - 3
ATEP 572 Therapeutic Exercise - 3
ATEP 544 Assessment of Upper Extremities - 3
ATEP 541 Clinical Practicum in Athletic Training II - 3
CHTH 485 (HHP 485) Theories of Health Behavior & Counseling - 3
Total 13 15
Fifth Year - Summer  
ATEP 574 Manual Therapy Techniques 3
ATEP 546 Assessment of Thorax and General Medical Conditions 3
Total 6
Fifth Year  A  S
HHP 699/599 Thesis/Professional Paper 3 3
ATEP 550 Adv. Clinical Practicum in Athletic Training I 3 -
ATEP 578 Leadership in Athletic Training 3 -
Elective (non-thesis option) 3 3
AHAT 479 (HHP 479) Topics in Sports Medicine - 2
ATEP 551 Adv. Clinical Practicum in Athletic Training II - 3
Elective (in or out of department) - 3
Total 9 11

Exercise Science Pre-Professional Track:

First Year S
WRIT 101 (ENEX 101) College Writing I (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
CHMY 121N (CHEM 151N) Into to General Chemistry 3 -
KIN 201 (HHP 226) Basic Exercise Prescription (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
KIN 205 (HHP 181) Foundations of Health and Human Performance (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
NUTR 221N (HHP 236) Nutrition - 3
COMX 111A (COMM 111A) Introduction to Public Speaking (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
CHMY 123N/124N (CHEM 152N/154N) Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry & Lab - 5
M 121 or M 151 (MATH 111 or 121) College Algebra or Pre-Calculus 4/3 -
BIOH 112 or 113 (BIOL 112 or 113) Introduction to Human Form and Function I or II or BIOB 160N (BIOL 110N) Principles of Living Systems 3 -
M 122 (MATH 112) College Trigonometry or General Education Requirements L,H,Y or X courses - 3
Total 15-16 17
Second Year A S
BIOH 201N/202N (SCN 201N) Human Anatomy and Physiology I or BIOH 365 (BIOL 312) Human Anatomy and Physiology I for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365-370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) 4 -
WRIT 222 (FOR 220) Technical Writing 2 -
PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S) Introduction to Psychology 4 -
KIN 330 (HHP 384) Motor Learning and Control - 3
EDU 421 (HHP 486) Statistical Procedures in Education or PSYX 222 (PSYC 220) Psychological Statistics or STAT 216 (MATH 241) Introduction to Statistics - 3/4
BIOH 211N/212N (SCN 202N) Human Anatomy and Physiology II or BIOH 370 (BIOL 313), Human Anatomy and Physiology II for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365/370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) - 4
General Education L, H, Y or X courses 6 6
Total 16 16-17
Third Year A S
KIN 322/323 (HHP 368/369) Kinesiology & Anatomical Kinesiology Lab 4 -
KIN 320/321 (HHP 377/378) Exercise Physiology & Lab 4 -
PHSX 205N/206N (PHYS 111N/113N) Fundamentals of Physics I 5 -
ECP 120/121 (HHP 288/289) Emergency Medical Responder Lecture and Lab - 3
KIN 483/484 (HHP 483/484) Exercise, Disease and Aging and Lab - 4
PHSX 207N/208N (PHYS 112N/114N) Fundamentals of Physics II  - 5
KIN 460 (HHP 482) ECG Assessment 1 -
KIN 325 (HHP 460) Biomechanics - 3
Total 14 15
Fourth Year A S
NUTR 411 (HHP 446) Nutrition for Sports & Exercise 3 -
KIN 447 (HHP 450) Analytical and Communication Techniques 4 -
KIN 498 or 499 (HHP 498 or 499) Internship or Senior Project - 3
HTH 475E (HHP 475E) Legal and Ethical Issues in Health and Exercise Professions 3 -
HHP/Science Elect Upper-division science or Upper-division HHP elective - 6
Upper-division science elective 3 3
Total 13 12

Exercise Science - Applied Track

First Year A S
COMX 111A (COMM 111A) Introduction to Public Speaking (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
BIOH 112 (BIOL 112) Introduction to Human Form and Function I or BIOB 160N (BIOL 110N) Principles of Living Systems 3 -
CHMY 121N (CHEM 151N) Introduction to General Chemistry 3 -
WRIT 101 (ENEX 101) College Writing I (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
KIN 205 (HHP 181) Foundations and Scientific Fundamentals in HHP (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
HEE 110 (HHP 184) Personal Health and Wellness (Last names A-L) - 3
CHMY 123N/124N (CHEM 152N/154N) Organic and Biochemistry & Lab - 5
KIN 201 (HHP 226) Basic Exercise Prescription (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
M 121 (MATH 111) or 151 (MATH 121) College Algebra or Pre-calculus 3-4 -
WRIT 222 (FOR 220) Technical Writing (Last names M-Z) - 3
M 122 (MATH 112) College Trigonometry or General Education Requirements L,H,Y or X courses - 3
Total 15-16 17
Second Year A S
BIOH 201N/202N (SCN 201N) Human Anatomy and Physiology I or BIOH 365 (BIOL 312) Human Anatomy and Physiology I for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365-370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) 4 -
WRIT 222 Technical Writing (last names A-L) 2 -
HEE 110 (HHP 184) Personal Health and Wellness (last names M-Z) 3 -
NUTR 221N (HHP 236) Basic Human Nutrition 3 -
BGEN 105S (MIS/BADM 100S) Introduction to Business or BGEN 235 (MIS 257) Business Law 3 -
PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S) Introduction to Psychology - 4
BIOH 211N/212N (SCN 202N) Human Anatomy and Physiology II or BIOH 370 (BIOL 313), Human Anatomy and Physiology II for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365/370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) - 4
EDU 421 (HHP 486) Statistical Procedures in Education or PSYX 222 (PSYC 220) Psychological Statistics or STAT 216 (MATH 241) Introduction to Statistics - 3/4
General Education L, H, Y or X courses or other elective 3 3
Total 15-16 14-15
Third Year A S
AHAT 210/213 (HHP 240/241) Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries & Lab 3 -
KIN 330 (HHP 384) Motor Learning and Control - 3
BGEN 235 (MIS/BADM 257) Business Law 3 -
PHSX 205/206 (PHYS 111N/113N) College Physics I  5 -
Science Elect Lower-division elective 3 -
KIN 310 (HHP 295) Strength Training Methods 2 -
KIN 320/321 (HHP 377/378) Physiology of Exercise & Lab - 4
KIN 410 (HHP 435) Adv. Strength Training & Cond. - 3
HTH 465 (HHP 465) Leading Health and Human Performance Organizations - 3
Gen. Ed. as needed or Lower Division Elective - 3
Gen Ed/Science Elect L, H, Y or X courses as needed - 3
Total 13 19
Fourth Year A S
ECP 120/121 (HHP 288/289) Emergency Medical Responder Lecture and Lab 3 -
KIN 322/323 (HHP 368/369) Kinesiology and Anatomical Kinesiology Lab 4 -
HTH 475E (HHP 475E) Legal and Ethical Issues in the Health and Exercise Professions 3 -
COA 405 (HHP 417) Advanced Concepts in Coaching 3 -
NUTR 411 (HHP 446) Nutrition for Sports & Exercise - 3
KIN 447 (HHP 450) Analytical and Communication Techniques - 3
KIN 325 (HHP 460) Biomechanics - 3
KIN 498 (HHP 498) Internship - 3
Lower Division Elective (as needed for total credits) 3 -
Upper-division science elective - 3
Total 16 15

Community Health:

First Year A S
COMX 111A (COMM 111A) Introduction to Public Speaking (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
WRIT 101 (ENEX 101) College Writing I (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S) Introduction to Psychology 4 -
KIN 205 (HHP 181) Foundations and Scientific Fundamentals in HHP (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
HEE 110 (HHP 184) Personal Health and Wellness (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
BIOH 112 (BIOL 112) Introduction to Human Form and Function I or BIOB 160N (BIOL 110N) Principles of Living Systems - 4
CHMY 121N (CHEM 151N) Intro to General Chemistry - 3
NUTR 221N (HHP 226) Basic Human Nutrition - 3
M 115 (MATH 117) Probability and Linear Math 3 -
General Education L, H, Y or x courses 3 -
Total 16 16
Second Year A S
BIOH 201N/202N (SCN 201N) Human Anatomy and Physiology I or BIOH 365 (BIOL 312) Human Anatomy and Physiology I for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365-370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) 4 -
ENST 225 (EVST 225) Community and Environment 3 -
WRIT 222 (FOR 220) Technical Writing 2 -
KIN 201 (HHP 226) Basic Exercise Prescription - 3
EDU 421 (HHP 486) Statistical Procedures in Education or PSYX 222 (PSYC 220) Psychological Statistics or STAT 216 (MATH 241) Introduction to Statistics - 3/4
BIOH 211N/212N (SCN 202N) Human Anatomy and Physiology II or BIOH 370 (BIOL 313), Human Anatomy and Physiology II for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365/370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) - 4
General Education Requirements L, H, Y or X courses or elective - approved by adviser - 3
General Education Requirements L, H, Y or X courses  6 3
Total 15 16-17
Third Year A S
CHTH 355 (HHP 330) Theory Pract Comm Hlth Ed 3 -
KIN 447 (HHP 450) Analytical and Communication Techniques 3 -
ANTY 227 (BIOL 265) Human Sexuality 3 -
Elective - choice approved by adviser 3 -
General Education - L, H, Y or X course approved by adviser 3 -
HTH 370 (HHP 370) Peer Health Education - 3
HTH 465 (HHP 465) Leading Health and Human Performance Organizations - 3
HTH 475E (HHP 475E) Legal and Ethical Issues in the Health and Exercise Professions - 3
BIOM 250N (BIOL 106N) Microbiology for Health Sciences - 3
SW 423 Addition Studies - 3
Total 15 15
Fourth Year A S
ECP 120/121 (HHP 288/289) Emergency Medical Responder Lecture and Lab 3 -
HTH 395 (HHP 371) Peer Health Education Practicum 1-3 -
HTH 430 (HHP 415) Health and Mind, Body, Spirit 3 -
ANTY 426 (ANTH 444) Culture, Health and Healing 3 -
General Education - L, H, Y or X course or Elective 3 -
Electives - General Education, HHP or out-of-department electives approved by adviser - 5
CHTH 498 (HHP 498) Internship - 4
HHP 445 Program Planning for Community Health - 3
CHTH 485 (HHP 485) Theories of Health Behavior and Counseling - 3
Total 13-15 15

Health Enhancement Option:

First Year A S
WRIT 101 (ENEX 101) College Writing I (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
KIN 205 (HHP 181) Foundations and Scientific Fundamentals in HHP (autumn A-L, spring M-Z) (3) (3)
NASX 105H (NAS 100) Introduction to Native American Studies 3 -
M 115 (MATH 117) Probability and Linear Math 3 -
PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S) Introduction to Psychology 4 -
HHP 224 Professional Activities-Outdoor Rec 2 -
CHMY 121N (CHEM 151N) General and Inorganic Chemistry - 3
NUTR 221N (HHP 236N) Basic Human Nutrition - 3
COMX 111A (COMM 111A) Intro to Public Speaking (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
BIOM 250N (BIOL 106) Elementary Medical Microbiology - 3
HEE 110 (HHP 184) Personal Health and Wellness (autumn M-Z, spring A-L) (3) (3)
HEE 204 (HHP 225) Professional Activities II - Individual/Teal/Dual - 2
Total 16 17
Second Year A S
HEE 203 (HHP 224) Professional Activities I - Outdoor Rec 2 -
BIOE 172N (BIOL 121N) Introductory Ecology or SCI 350 General Science: Environmental Perspectives 2-3 -
KIN 201 (HHP 226) Basic Exercise Prescription 3 -
HEE 233 (HHP 233) Health Issues/Child & Adolescent 3 -
AHAT 210/213 (HHP 240/241) Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries & Lab 3 -
BIOH 201N/202N (SCN 201N) Human Anatomy and Physiology I or BIOH 365 (BIOL 312) Human Anatomy and Physiology I for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365-370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) 4 -
BIOH 211N/212N (SCN 202N) Human Anatomy and Physiology II or BIOH 370 (BIOL 313), Human Anatomy and Physiology II for Health Professions (students who take BIOH 365/370 (BIOL 312/313) must take another "NL" course, e.g. CHMY 124N (CHEM 154N) to meet Gen Ed requirements) - 4
EDU 202 (C&I 200) Early Field Experience - 1
EDU 395 (C&I 301 or 302) Field Experience: Grades 5-8 or Grades 9-12 - 1
PSYX 230S (PSYC 240S) Developmental Psychology - 3
WRIT 222 (FOR 220) Technical Approach to Writing - 2
General Education L & Y courses - 3
Total 17-18 14
Third Year A S
EDU 481 (C&I 427) Content Area Literacy 3 -
HEE 302 (HHP 339) Methods of Instruction Strategies in Elementary Physical Education 3 -
KIN 322/323 (HHP 368/369) Kinesiology and Anatomical Kinesiology Lab 4 -

HTH 475E (HHP 475E) Legal and Ethical Issues in Health and Exercise Professions

 3 -

EDU 421 (HHP 486) Statistical Procedures in Education or PSYX 222 (PSYC 220) Psychological Statistics or STAT 216 (MATH 241) Introduction to Statistics

 3/4 -

KIN 320/321 (HHP 377/378) Exercise Physiology and Lab

 - 4
EDU 370 (C&I 306) IntegTech into Educ  - 3
HEE 301 (HHP 301) Methods of Secondary School Physical Education - 3
KIN 330 (HHP 384) Motor Learning and Control - 3
HEE 340 (HHP 466) Methods of Health Education - 3
Total 19-20 16
Fourth Year A S
EDU 221 (C&I 303) Education Psychology and Measurement 3 -
EDU 407E (C&I 407E) Ethics and Policy Issues 3 -
EDU 345 (C&I 410) Exceptionality/Classroom Management 3 -
ECP 120/121 (HHP 288/289) Emergency Medical Responder Lecture and Lab 3 -
HTH 465 (HHP 465) Leading HHP Organizations 3 -
EDU 494 (C&I 494) Seminar/Workshop - 1
EDU 495 (C&I 481) Student Teaching: K-8 - 7
EDU 495 (C&I 482) Student Teaching 5-12 - 7
Total 15 15

Courses

R- before the course description indicates the course may be repeated for credit to the maximum indicated after the R. Credits beyond this maximum do not count toward a degree.

Activities (ACT) - Course Descriptions

101, 103, 105, 106, 107, 109, 110, 111, 113, 114, 115, 118, 119, 136, 140, 143, 144, 145, 146, 150, 151, 152, 154, 157, 163, 164, 167, 169, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, 185, 186, 191, 207, 214, 218, 219, 222, 225, 228, 229, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 237, 250, 251, 257, 258, 259, 271, 274, 286, 287, 291, 337, 391, 491, 494

Activities - Varsity (ACTV) - Course Descriptions

189

Allied Health - Athletic Training (AHAT) - Course Descriptions

210, 213, 292, 295, 305, 322, 323, 324, 325, 336, 337, 340, 341, 342, 343, 411, 412, 421, 422, 468, 479, 490, 492, 498

Athletic Training Education (Master’s) (ATEP)  Course Descriptions

534, 540, 541, 542, 544, 546, 550, 551, 566, 569, 572, 574, 578 

Coaching (COA) - Course Descriptions

205, 405, 494

Community Health (CHTH) - Course Descriptions

292, 355, 435, 445, 485, 490, 492, 498

Emergency Care Provider (ECP) - Course Descriptions

100, 101, 102, 120, 121, 122, 331, 332

Health (HTH) - Course Descriptions

292, 370, 395, 430, 465, 475E, 481, 492, 498

Health Enhancement (HEE) - Course Descriptions

110, 203, 204, 233, 292, 301, 302, 340, 490, 492, 498

Kinesiology (KIN) - Course Descriptions

201, 205, 248, 292, 310, 320, 321, 322, 323, 325, 330, 410, 440, 447, 460, 480, 483, 484, 490, 492, 498, 499

Nutrition (NUTR) - Course Descriptions

221N, 411

Faculty

Professors

Gene Burns, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1988

Laura Dybdal, Ph.D., University of New Mexico, 1996

Steven Gaskill, Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1998

Arthur W. Miller, Ph.D., University of New Mexico, 1981

Brent Ruby, Ph.D., University of New Mexico, 1994

K. Ann Sondag, Ph.D., Southern Illinois, Carbondale, 1988

Charles Dumke, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, 2000

Associate Professors

Blakely Brown, Ph.D., R.D., University of Minnesota, 2000

Valerie Moody, Ph.D., ATC, CSCS, University of South Florida, 2006 (Director of Athletic Training Program)

Charles Palmer, ED.D., University of Montana, 2002

Scott Richter, Ed.M., Oregon State University, 1982 (Chair, Athletic Training Program Faculty)

Assistant Professor

Dennis T. Murphy, M.S., University of Arizona, 1976 (Head Athletic Trainer)

Instructors

Adrienne M. Corti, M.S., The University of Montana, 1989

Stephanie Domitrovich, M.S., The University of Montana

Linda Green, B.S., Florida State University, 1976

Karla Judge, M.S., ATC, Idaho State University 1991

Ellen Parchen, B.S., West Chester University, 1994

J. C. Weida, M.S., ATC, The University of Montana, 1995

Emeritus Professors

Kathleen Miller, Ph.D., University of Iowa, 1971

Gary Nygaard, EdD., University of Oregon, 1971

Brian J. Sharkey, Ph.D., University of Maryland, 1965

Thomas R. Whiddon, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1975

Sharon Dinkel Uhlig, Ed.D., University of Utah, 1982

Emeritus Associate Professors

George Cross, M.S., Indiana University, 1956

Mavis M. Lorenz, M.S., University of Washington, Seattle, 1954

Registrar's Office

Lommasson Center 201

Phone: (406) 243-2995

Fax: (406) 243-4807