Health and Human Performance Department

Scott Richter, Chair

Vision

Health and Human Performance Professionals

Creating a Healthy, Progressive Global Community 

Mission

In pursuit of our vision, the Department of Health and Human Performance (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 Sciences, the Department of Health and Human Performance 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 enhanced 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 the 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 major in Health & Human Performance (HHP). HHP majors choose from one of the following five options: Community Health and Prevention Sciences, Exercise Science Applied, Exercise Pre-Athletic Training, Exercise Science Pre-Professional, or Health Enhancement.

The Community Health and Prevention Sciences 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.

There are three options Exercise Science: Pre-Professional, Applied, and Pre-Athletic Training. The Pre-Professional option is for students planning to continue on in higher education and 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, athletic training, occupational therapy or other medical programs. There are adequate elective in this program for most students to complete the required pre-requisite courses for graduate health science degrees. Successful graduates of this option should possess the knowledge and skills to qualify for the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification (requires additional clinical hours). The Applied option 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-Certified Exercise Physiologist certification and/or National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. The Pre-Athletic Training option is designed for students interested in applying for the 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 Human Sciences, and successful completion of the course requirements, students will be eligible for a Montana K-12 teaching license. See Admission Policies below.

The Master's in Athletic Training Program 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 the 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 behavior requisite for effective functioning as an advanced health and human performance professional.

Graduate options include Exercise Science, Community Health and Prevention Sciences, Athletic Training and a generalist degree in 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 (ACT classes numbered 100-287 and HHP 172-174) 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 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.

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.

The University of Montana symbolic systems requirement is met by completing one of the following statistics courses and any pre-requisite courses: STAT 216 Introduction to Statistics, or PSYX 222 Psychological Statistics, or SOCI 202 Social Statistics, or WILD 240 Introduction to Biostatistics, or EDU 421 Statistical Procedures in Education. 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, WRIT 101, and EDU 481. These courses must be taken as a traditional letter grade.

Admission Policies for the Masters in Athletic Training Degree Program

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 Master's in AT Program was granted CAATE accreditation in 2015. The ATP is a demanding curriculum which requires dedication and commitment. Upon completion there are a variety of professional career opportunities.

The University of Montana offers an accelerated Master’s in Athletic Training Program. This program allows students to take three years of pre-requisite courses and general education requirements, followed by 2 years full time in a Master’s in Athletic Training program, including summers. There are two ways in which a student may attain a Master’s Degree in Athletic Training:

Option 1: A five-year program in which students earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health and Human Performance and a Master’s Degree in Athletic Training.

Option 2: A two-year master’s program designed for students who already have a baccalaureate degree

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

*Both the Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree will be officially awarded at the time of graduation.

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 Master’s in Athletic Training Program must submit a formal application.  This application must be submitted by the deadline (February 1st) prior to your proposed admission into the professional program. If the application deadline falls on a weekend, applications may be submitted the next business day by 5pm. Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a rolling admissions basis if available slots exist.

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 Master’s program will be made in writing.

Candidates who are NOT admitted to the program will also receive written notification of this decision.  Students may be selected as alternates and if a vacancy should become available prior to summer semester, these students will be informed.  Not all qualified candidates may be admitted to the Master’s program due to limited enrollment in clinical experiences.

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

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR PROFESSIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM (ATP)

  1. Students must apply and be accepted to the University of Montana’s Graduate School http://www.umt.edu/grad/Apply/Graduate%20Degree%20Admission.php
  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. Official transcript(s) of all college coursework

Professional-ATP

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 20 hours every two weeks and a maximum of 60 hours in two weeks and that many of those hours may be 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 ATP 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 HHP 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
  • American Heart Association - First Responder

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 ECP 120/121, 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 ECP 120/121 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, AHAT 342 and HEE 301. Exercise Science and Community Health and Prevention Sciences students are required to complete KIN 447 (Analytical and Communication Techniques) or AHAT 342 (Therapeutic Interventions), and Health Enhancement students are required to complete HEE 301 (Instructional Strategies in Secondary Physical Education).

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.

Undergraduate Degrees Available

Subject Type Option Track
Health & Human Performance Bachelor of Science Community Health & Prevent Sci
Health & Human Performance Bachelor of Science Exercise Science - Applied
Health & Human Performance Bachelor of Science Exercise Scn - PreProfessional
Health & Human Performance Bachelor of Science Health Enhancement

Department Faculty

Professor

  • Blakely Brown, Professor
  • Clarence Burns, Professor
  • Charles Dumke, Professor
  • Laura Dybdal, Professor
  • Arthur Miller, Professor
  • Brent Ruby, Professor
  • Annie Sondag, Professor

Associate Professor

  • Matthew Bundle, Associate Professor
  • Valerie Moody, Professor
  • Charles Palmer, Associate Professor
  • Scott Richter, Department Chair / Associate Professor

Assistant Professor

  • Jessica Moore, Clinical Adjunct Instructor

Course Descriptions

Activities

  • ACT 103 - Jump Rope Fitness and Skill

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 105 - Aerobic Fitness

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 106 - Beg Conditioning and Fitness

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 107 - Beginning Aerobic Dance

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 109 - Beginning Racquetball

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 110 - Beginning Weight Training

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in activity courses (ACT 100-287) in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 113 - Beginning Softball

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 114 - Beginning Rock Climbing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 115 - Soccer

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 118 - Hockey

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 119 - Beginning Nordic Skiing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 136 - Fundamentals of Juggling

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.

  • ACT 140 - Beginning Basketball

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 143 - Beginning Table Tennis

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 144 - Horse

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 145 - Beginning Dodgeball

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 146 - Beginning Golf

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 150 - Beginning Yoga

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 151 - Beginning Billiards

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 152 - Beginning Handball

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 154 - Beginning Tai Qi

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 157 - Beginning Martial Arts

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.

  • ACT 163 - 5/10 K Race Training

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.

  • ACT 164 - Triathlon Training

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 167 - Mountain Biking

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 169 - Beginning Tennis

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 171 - Physical Fitness I

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 172 - Physical Fitness II

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 173 - Beg Fly Fishing/Fly Tying

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 174 - Introduction to Backpacking

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 175 - Fly Fishing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 176 - Fundamentals of Whitewater Rafting

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 177 - Fundamentals of Kayaking

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 178 - Canoeing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 179 - Basic Canoeing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 185 - Multicultural Games

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 186 - Firefighter Conditioning

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.

  • ACT 191 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

  • ACT 207 - WC Aerobics

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 215 - AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor

    Credits: 1. This course will address the technical skills necessary to manage an instructional program at an indoor climbing wall facility and will address the following general topic areas: instructor roles, responsibilities and professionalism, client orientation and instruction, risk management, lesson planning, teaching basic climbing skills, including movement, teaching lead climbing skills, teaching top-rope and lead belaying techniques, use of available equipment and facility, basic rescue and emergency procedures.

  • ACT 218 - Ultimate Disc

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 219 - Folf

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 222 - Ski Camp

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 225 - Snow Bowl Ski Area

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 228 - Ski Instructor's Preparation

    Credits: 2. Offered spring. Prereq., consent of instr. Open to all students with advanced to expert skiing skills. Techniques of teaching skiing including: skill concepts and contemporary skiing movements; teaching cycle; movement analysis; personal skiing improvement. Prepares student for certification with (PSIA) Professional Ski Instructors of America.

  • ACT 229 - Snowboard Instructor Prep

    Credits: 2. Offered spring. Prereq., consent of instr. Open to students with advanced to expert riding skills. Techniques of teaching snowboarding including: skill concepts and contemporary snowboarding movements; teaching cycle; movement analysis; personal riding improvement. Prepares student for certification with (ASSI) American Association of Snowboard Instructors.

  • ACT 231 - Pilates - Yoga Fusion

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 232 - Alpine Core Studio

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 233 - Freestone Climbing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 234 - Jazz for Fun & Fitness

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 235 - Belly Dancing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 237 - Trampoline Arial Acrobatics

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 250 - Pilates

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 257 - Martial Arts and Self Defense

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 258 - CFM Mixed Martial Arts

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.

  • ACT 259 - AAK American Kenpo

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 271 - Swimming for Fitness

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 274 - Scuba Diving

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.

  • ACT 286 - Fencing

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 287 - Strength & Flexibility

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • ACT 291 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Offerings of visiting professors, new courses, or current topics.

  • ACT 292 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of advisor and instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • ACT 337 - Aquatic Certifications

    Credits: 1 TO 2. (R-4) Offered spring. Prereq., HHP 238 or equivalent certifications. Offered on a rotating basis. Training for Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training Instructor, or Adapted Aquatics Instructor. Red Cross Instructor's Certificate awarded upon successful completion of requirements.

  • ACT 391 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

  • ACT 490 - Undergraduate Research

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Directed individual research and study appropriate to the background and objectives of the student.
    Course Attributes:
    • Research & Creative Schlrshp

  • ACT 491 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

  • ACT 492 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • ACT 494 - Workshop

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Special courses experimental in nature dealing with a relatively narrow, specialized topic of particular current interest. Credit not allowed toward a graduate degree.

  • ACT 498 - Internship

    Credits: 2 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq. all HHP options minimum junior standing and ECP 120/121 (or equivalent).  Prereqs per option. Exercise Science Applied: KIN 320/321.  If internship is coaching or strength & conditioning must also have completed KIN 410 and COA 405.  Exercise Science Pre-Professional: KIN 320/321.  If internship is cardiac rehab must also have completed KIN 460/483/484. Community Health: CHTH 335.  Supervised field experiences with private businesses, public agencies, or institutions.  45 hours of internship site work = 1 credit.  A maximum of 6 credits of Internship 498 may count toward graduation. Students should not be registered for more than 14 credits their internship semester.
    Course Attributes:
    • Internships/Practicums
    • Internship graduation limit 6

  • ACT 499 - Capstone

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R 6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Independent work under the University omnibus option. See index.
    Course Attributes:
    • Omnibus Course

Activities - Varsity

  • ACTV 189 - Varsity Athletics

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

Allied Hlth: Athletic Training

  • AHAT 210 - Prevention and Care Athletic Injuries

    Credits: 2. Offered autumn and Spring (winter session). Coreq., AHAT 213. Development of knowledge of prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, emergency care of athletic injuries.

  • AHAT 213 - Prevention and Care Athletic Injuries Lab

    Credits: 1. Coreq., AHAT 210. Development of practical skills in prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care of athletic injuries.

  • AHAT 292 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of advisor and instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • AHAT 324 - Assessment of the Extremities

    Credits: 2. Coreq., AHAT 325. The study and practice of techniques used when assessing athletic injuries to the upper and lower extremities, including the spine.

  • AHAT 325 - Assessment of the Extremities Lab

    Credits: 1. Coreq., AHAT 324. The study and practice of techniques used when assessing athletic injuries to upper and lower extremities including the spine.

  • AHAT 342 - Therapeutic Interventions

    Credits: 2. Offered spring. Prereq., WRIT 121 or 201. Theories and application methods of interventions such as therapeutic modalities and exercise for athletic injuries. Substantial reading and writing component.
    Course Attributes:
    • Writing Course-Advanced

  • AHAT 343 - Therapeutic Interventions Lab

    Credits: 1. Offered spring. Coreq., AHAT 342. Laboratory sessions examining theories and application methods of interventions such as therapeutic modalities and exercise for athletic injuries.

  • AHAT 479 - Topics in Sports Medicine

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., Junior standing or higher. The etiology and management of sports related injuries/illnesses. Includes: therapeutic use of drugs, pre-participation screening techniques, ergogenic aids, the aging athlete, the sports medicine team concept and current medical treatment of sports injuries.

  • AHAT 490 - Undergraduate Research

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Directed individual research and study appropriate to the back ground and objectives of the student.

  • AHAT 492 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • AHAT 498 - Internship

    Credits: 2 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq. all HHP options minimum junior standing and ECP 120/121 (or equivalent).  Prereqs per option. Exercise Science Applied: KIN 320/321.  If internship is coaching or strength & conditioning must also have completed KIN 410 and COA 405.  Exercise Science Pre-Professional: KIN 320/321.  If internship is cardiac rehab must also have completed KIN 460/483/484. Community Health: CHTH 335.  Supervised field experiences with private businesses, public agencies, or institutions.  45 hours of internship site work = 1 credit.  A maximum of 6 credits of Internship 498 may count toward graduation. Students should not be registered for more than 14 credits their internship semester.
    Course Attributes:
    • Internship graduation limit 6

Athletic Training

  • ATEP 534 - Athletic Training Techniques I

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Serves as an introduction to athletic training practice. Emphasis on the prevention, care, and management of acute injuries and illnesses, as well as risk management, environmental concerns, and protective taping and equipment. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 535 - Athletic Training Techniques II

    Credits: 3. Provides an investigation into the study of evidence based medicine, epidemiology and injury surveillance, cultural competency, and mental health issues. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 540 - Practicum in Athletic Training I

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Builds on skills previously acquired and introduces new skills related to current coursework. Students will be assigned to a clinical education rotation under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor. First in the series of four practicum courses. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 541 - Practicum in Athletic Training II

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Expands on skills previously acquired and introduces new skills related to current coursework. Students will be assigned to a clinical education rotation under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor. Second in the series of four practicum courses. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 542 - Lower Extremity Assessment

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Provides a study of anatomy and physiology, assessment, evaluation techniques, treatment, and management of conditions affecting the lower extremities and lumbar spine. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 544 - Upper Extremity Assessment

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Provides a study of anatomy and physiology, assessment, evaluation techniques, treatment, and management of conditions affecting the upper extremities, head, and thoracic and cervical spine. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 546 - General Medical Assessment

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Examines the recognition, assessment, and management of general medical conditions and illnesses. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 550 - Practicum in Athletic Training III

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Broadens skills previously acquired and introduces new skills related to current coursework. Students will be assigned to a clinical education rotation under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor. Third in the series of four practicum courses. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 551 - Practicum in Athletic Training IV

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Reviews and refines skills previously acquired and evaluated in previous coursework. Students will be assigned to a clinical education rotation under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor. Fourth in the series of four practicum courses. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 566 - Therapeutic Modalities

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., ATEP 550. Physiology, indications, contraindications, and the application of therapeutic modalities for athletic injuries. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 569 - Clinical Anatomy Laboratory

    Credits: 1. Offered Fall. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Clinical applications of anatomy in Athletic Training. Laboratory time for practical applications including prosected cadavers, surface anatomy, osteology, radiology, functional analysis of movement, applied clinical anatomy and sports application. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 572 - Therapeutic Exercise

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., ATEP 566. Theories and application methods of comprehensive therapeutic exercise programs for athletic injuries. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 574 - Manual Therapy Techniques

    Credits: 3. Offered summer. Prereq., ATEP 572. Theories and application methods of comprehensive manual therapy for athletic injuries. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 578 - Organization & Administration in Athletic Training

    Credits: 3. Prereq., Athletic Training Student. Explores leadership, organization, administration, and legal issues in athletic training. Topics include leadership; insurance; ethics; professional development; the planning, organization, operations, and assessment of athletic training programming and facilities. Fiscal and risk management will also be examined. Level: Graduate

  • ATEP 580 - Pharmacology for Sports Medicine

    Credits: 3. Prereq., graduate level student. Explores the pharmaceutical and chemical processes of therapeutic interventions and therapies. This course examines the constraints placed on patients in the performance environment as well management, protocols, and legal issues. Level: Graduate

Community Health

  • CHTH 355 - Theory Practicum Community Health Education

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn. Prereq., KIN 205. History, philosophy, and theory related to community health education and health promotion. Includes the application of program development principles and health promotion strategies to community health programs.

  • CHTH 435 - Human Response To Stress

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., junior status. The study of psychosomatic and somatopsychic techniques for relaxation and self-enhancing strategies.

  • CHTH 445 - Program Plannig in Community Health

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., CHTH 355. Overview of the issues, approaches, and techniques community health educators and professionals utilize in planning and implementing programs to assist communities in improving health status and reducing risky behaviors and their determinants. This course co-convenes with HHP 541.
    Course Attributes:
    • Co-Convened Course

  • CHTH 485 - Theories of Health Behaviors and Counseling

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Exploration of the helping role as it relates to health behavior, health assessment, problem-solving and referral skills. Application of theories to facilitation of healthy behavior changes.

  • CHTH 490 - Undergraduate Research

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Directed individual research and study appropriate to the back ground and objectives of the student.

  • CHTH 492 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • CHTH 498 - Internship

    Credits: 2 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq. all HHP options minimum junior standing and ECP 120/121 (or equivalent).  Prereqs per option. Exercise Science Applied: KIN 320/321.  If internship is coaching or strength & conditioning must also have completed KIN 410 and COA 405.  Exercise Science Pre-Professional: KIN 320/321.  If internship is cardiac rehab must also have completed KIN 460/483/484. Community Health: CHTH 355.  Supervised field experiences with private businesses, public agencies, or institutions.  45 hours of internship site work = 1 credit.  A maximum of 6 credits of Internship 498 may count toward graduation. Students should not be registered for more than 14 credits their internship semester.
    Course Attributes:
    • Internship graduation limit 6

Coaching

  • COA 205 - Introduction to Coaching

    Credits: 1 TO 2. (R-4) Offered intermittently. Covers a variety of activities to include coaching theories, competitive coaching strategies, training methods and techniques. Covers requirements for the bronze level of the American Sport Education Program (ASEP).
    Course Attributes:
    • Coaching Course

  • COA 405 - Advanced Concepts in Coaching

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., junior or senior undergraduate status or graduate status. This class will introduce students to a solid foundation in coaching to include: coaching theories, competitive coaching strategies, training methods and techniques.  This course will cover the requirements for the bronze level of the American Sport Education Program (ASEP).  Course graded credit/no credit or for a letter grade.  The class is appropriate for coaches at all levels but will focus on basic skills of coaching for youth through high school. 

  • COA 494 - Workshop

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Special courses experimental in nature dealing with a relatively narrow, specialized topic of particular current interest. Credit not allowed toward a graduate degree.

Emergency Care Provider

  • ECP 100 - First Aid and CPR

    Credits: 1. Offered spring. Instruction will cover CPR, use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO). The First Aid component will cover general principles as well as medical, injury and environmental emergencies. Students will receive AHA Heartsaver CPR and First Aid certification. This class does not meet First Aid requirements for HHP majors.

  • ECP 101 - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

    Credits: 1. Offered intermittently.  Within the guidelines of the American Heart Association, this course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and certification in: CPR for victims of all ages, use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) relief of foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) and basic first aid procedures (medical, trauma and environmental emergencies) with a focus on the pediatric patient.  Upon successful completion of this course students will receive American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification.

  • ECP 102 - Wilderness First Aid

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

  • ECP 120 - Emergency Medical Responder Lecture

    Credits: 2. Offered every term. Coreq., ECP 121. Development of knowledge of emergency care and CPR/AED techniques. In conjunction with HHP 289 provides certifications by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Heart Association upon successful completion.

  • ECP 121 - Emergency Medical Responder Lab

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Coreq., ECP 120. Development of knowledge of emergency care and CPR/AED techniques. In conjunction with HHP 288 provides certification by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Heart Association upon successful completion.

  • ECP 122 - Wilderness First Responder

    Credits: 2. Offered intermittently. Instruction in the prevention, recognition, and treatment of backcountry illness and injury. Successful students receive an Aerie Wilderness First Responder certification and an American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR certification. This course meets HHP department First Aid requirement but does not meet the CPR requirement.

  • ECP 191 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

  • ECP 331 - Wilderness EMT

    Credits: 3. Offered intermittently. EMT-Basic curriculum with significantly more detail concerning care for patients in remote settings. Students must be 18 year old and never been convicted of a felony to qualify for certification. This course meets HHP department First Aid and CPR graduation requirements.

  • ECP 332 - EMT and Incident Management

    Credits: 5. This course follows the DOT’s National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) curriculum and is approved by the NREMT and the State of Montana Board of Medical Examiners. Incident management training includes mass-casualty incidents, extended rescue and evacuation scenarios. Clinical experience includes a two day health clinic in Costa Rica, ambulance and hospital emergency department clinical observations in Montana. Co-requisite courses PTRM 391 Wilderness Rescue and Survival Skills; PTRM 391 Wilderness Medicine and Risk Management.

Health Enhancement

  • HEE 203 - Professional Activities I

    Credits: 2. Offered Autumn. The instruction of basic skills for tennis, basketball, and bouldering.  Techniques, drills, and strategies will be taught.  Demonstration and instruction skills developed.  Active participation required.  

  • HEE 204 - Professional Activities II

    Credits: 2. Offered Spring. The instruction of basic skills for soccer, volleyball, and softball.  Techniques, drills, and strategies will be taught.  Demonstration and instruction skills developed.  Active participation required.  

  • HEE 233 - Health Issues Child/Adolescents

    Credits: 3. Offered every term. Overview of current health issues affecting children and adolescents. Focus is on educational and preventive measures that can be implemented by teachers and schools through comprehensive school health education programs.

  • HEE 292 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of advisor and instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • HEE 301 - Meth of Secondary HE

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Application of educational theory in planning, analyzing, and presenting learning experiences to typical and atypical populations in secondary school physical education for students in grades 7-12. Active participation required.
    Course Attributes:
    • Writing Course-Advanced

  • HEE 302 - Methods of Instructional Strategies in Elementary PE

    Credits: 3. Offered every term. Prereq. admission into Teacher Education Program in the College of Education and HEE 233. Application of educational theory in planning, analyzing, and presenting learning experiences to typical and atypical populations in elementary school physical education for children in grades K-6. Active participation required.

  • HEE 340 - Methods of Health Education

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn even-numbered years. Prereq., admission to the teacher education program. Focus on developing and implementing strategies to teach K-12 health education.

  • HEE 391 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

  • HEE 490 - Undergraduate Research

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Directed individual research and study appropriate to the back ground and objectives of the student.

  • HEE 492 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • HEE 498 - Internship

    Credits: 2 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq. all HHP options minimum junior standing and ECP 120/121 (or equivalent).  Prereqs per option. Exercise Science Applied: KIN 320/321.  If internship is coaching or strength & conditioning must also have completed KIN 410 and COA 405.  Exercise Science Pre-Professional: KIN 320/321.  If internship is cardiac rehab must also have completed KIN 460/483/484. Community Health: CHTH 335.  Supervised field experiences with private businesses, public agencies, or institutions.  45 hours of internship site work = 1 credit.  A maximum of 6 credits of Internship 498 may count toward graduation. Students should not be registered for more than 14 credits their internship semester.
    Course Attributes:
    • Internship graduation limit 6

Health and Human Performance

  • HHP 170 - Peak Court Sports

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • HHP 172 - CFM Crossfit

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • HHP 173 - YMCA Classes

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • HHP 174 - FVB Bowling

    Credits: 1. Offered every term. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in HHP 100-179 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.
    Course Attributes:
    • PE Activity Skills Course

  • HHP 238 - Lifeguarding - New Method

    Credits: 2. Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., HHP 149 or equiv. skills. Skill development needed for the safe participation in various aquatic activities including the ability of self-recovered rescue of others. Provides the necessary knowledge and skills to serve as a pool lifeguard.

  • HHP 440 - Instructor's FA/CPR

    Credits: 1. Offered summer. Prereq., HHP 288, 289 or equiv. Provides knowledge and certification to teach the skills of CPR for victims of all ages, use of automated external defibrillator (AED), relief of foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) and first aid procedures. Upon successful completion of this course students will receive certifications to teach American Heart Association and American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and CPR courses at all levels.

  • HHP 520 - Educational Research

    Credits: 3. Offered every term. Same as C&I and EDLD 520. An understanding of basic quantitative and qualitative research methodology and terminology, particularly as they are used in studies presented in the professional literature. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 522 - Cog/Beh Interventions Performance Psychology

    Credits: 3. Offered intermittently. Prereq., HHP 470 or equiv. Focus is on cognitive-behavioral interventions specific to enhancing human performance in a variety of individual and group settings. Strategies introduced based on research from health psychology, sport psychology, exercise psychology, clinical and counseling psychology Level: Graduate

  • HHP 523 - Case Studies in Performance Psychology

    Credits: 3. Offered intermittently. Prereq., consent of instr. Through the usage of both real and hypothetical case studies, the course will examine the field of sport/performance psychology and its role in the broader field of sports medicine. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 524 - Ethics & Human Performance

    Credits: 3. Offered spring, even numbered years.  A critical examination of the ethical issues dominating the field of health and human performance and beyond with special emphasis on developing the conceptual frameworks needed to articulate our concerns and engage in meaningful dialogue with others. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 525 - Advanced Biomechanics

    Credits: 3. This course is focused on developing laboratory skills and an advanced understanding of the quantitative and qualitative basis for human motion. Particular emphasis will be placed on the Newtonian mechanics governing biological motion and the roles of the musculo-skeletal, nervous and cardio-vascular systems during human activity. This integrative approach will be used to quantify and understand motion by, and within, the human body; examples will be drawn from the sub-disciplines of clinical gait analysis, gerontology, sports medicine, biological engineering and performance physiology. The lecture portion of this course is co-convened with KIN425 Biomechanics. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 528 - Advanced Exercise Prescription

    Credits: 3. Offered spring even years. Prereqs., Graduate status or consent of the instructor. This class presents the principles and practices of advanced athletic performance training in a thorough and useful sequence.  Testing and improving power, strength, speed, quickness, coordination, agility, flexibility, local muscular endurance, and cardiovascular aerobic capacity and endurance are covered based on the scientific record. Students will learn how to tailor sport specific training exercises and drills and periodize the training program precisely for peak performance at critical points in the competitive season.  Level: Graduate

  • HHP 529 - Advanced Exercise Physiology I

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn. Prereq., HHP 377, 378 or equiv. Advanced study of the effect of work, activity and exercise on human biochemistry, metabolism, endocrinology and muscle function. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 530 - Advanced Exercise Physiology II

    Credits: 3. Offered spring odd years. Prereq., HHP 529 or equiv. Advanced study of system physiology (circulatory, respiratory and renal function) and environmental factors applied to physical work, activity and exercise Level: Graduate

  • HHP 531 - Lab Procedures In Exercise Science

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn. Introduction to common laboratory tools associated with clinical and health assessment techniques, research measures, and data collection. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 540 - Community Health Promotion Strategies

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn even-numbered years. Exploration of the role of the health professional in the development and implementation of educational, organizational, economic, and/or environmental strategies that promote individual and community health. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 541 - Program Planning in Community Health

    Credits: 3. Prereq. HHP 540. Overview of the issues, approaches, and techniques community health educators and professionals utilize in planning and implementing programs to assist communities in improving health status and reducing risky behaviors and their determinants. Application of program planning research methods including needs analyses, data collection, theory application, strategy development, and evaluation. This course co-convenes with CHTH 445. Level: Graduate
    Course Attributes:
    • Co-Convened Course

  • HHP 542 - Advanced Study Mind/Body/Spirit

    Credits: 3. This course is a comprehensive exploration of the body, mind and spirit relationship. An in-depth examination of the concepts, theoretical application, and research of the mind/body/spirit relationship will be applied to health, prevention of disease, and healing used in contemporary society. Conventional thinking will be stretched & challenged as diverse M/B/S ideas, constructs and paradigms will be considered & discussed. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 544 - Community-Based Participatory Research Methods for Health

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn even years. Instruction will present the principles and practice of community-based participatory research methods (CBPR) and mixed-methods approachs that offers strategies for studying and addressing health and social problems. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 545 - Advanced Nutrition Chronic Disease

    Credits: 2. Offered intermittently. Instruction will investigate the relationship between nutrition and selected chronic diseases with special emphasis on understanding the research methodology and dissemination of study outcomes reported in the literature for nutrient-disease interactions. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 594 - Seminar

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered spring. Prereq., consent of instr. A review and discussion of current research. Topics vary. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 595 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 596 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 597 - Research

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., HHP 486, 520. Directed individual research and study appropriate to the back ground and objectives of the student. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 598 - Internship

    Credits: 1 TO 4. (R-4) Offered every term. Prereq., current First Aid and CPR certification. Consent of advisor and instructor. Community Health prereq HHP 540, HHP 544. Supervised field work in public and private agencies and institutions. 45 hours of internship site work = 1 credit. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 599 - Professional Paper

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-3) Offered every term. Prereq., HHP 486, 520. Preparation of a professional paper appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student. Level: Graduate

  • HHP 699 - Thesis

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Preparation of a thesis or manuscript based on research for presentation and/or publication. Level: Graduate

Health

  • HTH 292 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of advisor and instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • HTH 370 - Peer Health Education

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Introduction to peer health education strategies and techniques. Instruction in the areas of wellness, drug and alcohol abuse prevention, and sexual assault prevention. Students develop and implement a peer health program focused on prevention of major health problems among college students.

  • HTH 395 - Peer Health Practicum

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., HTH 370. Practical experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing health education activities for the campus community. Students address topics related to wellness, drug and alcohol prevention, or sexual assault awareness.
    Course Attributes:
    • Internships/Practicums

  • HTH 430 - Health and Mind/Body/Spirit

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn. Prereq., junior standing. Overview of how the mind/body/spirit relationship affects health. Examination of current research exploring how thoughts, emotions, attitudes, and beliefs influence and mediate health outcome. Exploration of the theoretical applications of mind/body/spirit in health and healing used in contemporary society.

  • HTH 465 - Leading Health and, Human Perform Orgs

    Credits: 3. Offered every term. Prereq., KIN 205 and junior standing. Leadership, management, organizational structure assertiveness, conflict management, public relations, decision-making, budget management, and a broad overview of human resource management, all as they relate to health and human performance settings.

  • HTH 475E - Legal and Ethical Issues Health and Exercise Professions

    Credits: 3. Prereq., upper-division or graduate status. Legal bases for litigation in the health and exercise professions, with emphasis on negligence, liability, and risk identification and risk management. Utilizing the Western ethical traditions, the ethics component examines moral/ethical development through the lifespan via analysis of specific human behaviors.
    Course Attributes:
    • Ethical & Human Values Course

  • HTH 481 - Teaching HHP

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-4) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instructor. Students assist in the preparation and grading of demonstrations and laboratory assignments, and laboratory instruction of undergraduate students enrolled in HHP laboratory courses. Students are given advanced instruction in principles of the HHP course.

  • HTH 492 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • HTH 498 - Internship

    Credits: 2 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq. all HHP options minimum junior standing and ECP 120/121(or equivalent).  Prereqs per option. Exercise Science Applied: KIN 320/321.  If internship is coaching or strength & conditioning must also have completed KIN 410 and COA 405.  Exercise Science Pre-Professional: KIN 320/321.  If internship is cardiac rehab must also have completed KIN 460/483/484. Community Health: CHTH 335.  Supervised field experiences with private businesses, public agencies, or institutions.  45 hours of internship site work = 1 credit.  A maximum of 6 credits of Internship 498 may count toward graduation. Students should not be registered for more than 14 credits their internship semester.
    Course Attributes:
    • Internship graduation limit 6

Kinesiology

  • KIN 201 - Basic Exercise Prescription

    Credits: 3. Offered every term. Theory, principles, and practice of exercise prescription for aerobic and resistance exercise programs for health, fitness and performance. Students must register for the lecture and a linked lab.

  • KIN 205 - Foundations of HHP

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn and spring. An overview of the foundational principles comprising the field of HHP with special emphasis on the historical and philosophical foundations, and the evolution of the unity of mind/body concept. Includes an overview of program options, analysis of future directions, and career choices.

  • KIN 248 - Principles Optimal Performance for Athletes

    Credits: 2. Offered autumn and spring.  Introduction to an optimal performance model, with focus upon specific physical, psychological, and environmental factors that contribute to human performance.

  • KIN 292 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of advisor and instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • KIN 310 - Strength Training & Cond

    Credits: 2. This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of aerobic exercise and resistance training related to health, fitness and performance. Subject matter will include, but is not limited to maximizing student involvement in the understanding of physical training and the designing of exercise programs for health (both physical and mental), fitness and performance. This course will lay a basic practical foundation for students to design training programs, understand and design programs for athletic performance and to develop the fundamental theories of training for future coaches.

  • KIN 320 - Exercise Physiology

    Credits: 3. Offered every term.  Prereq., BIOH 370 or BIOH 211N, KIN 201; coreq., KIN 321. Investigation of the physiological changes and the significance of these changes as they occur during physical work, activity and exercise.  Focus on basic energy, musculosketal, nervous, cardiovascular and respiratory systems as they relate to aerobic and anaerobic exercise.  Emphasis will be placed on the response of these systems to both acute exercise, and the adaptations to chronic exercise. Credit not allowed toward graduate degree in the exercise science option in Health and Human Performance.

  • KIN 321 - Exercise Physiology Lab

    Credits: 1. Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., BIOH 370 or BIOH 211N; coreq., KIN 320. Laboratory session examining the physiological effect of the physical work, activity and exercise on the functions of the human body. Credit not allowed toward graduate degree in the exercise science option in Health and Human Performance.

  • KIN 322 - Kinesiology

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn. Prereq., BIOH 211N or 212N or BIOH 370; coreq., KIN 323. Anatomy and kinesiology of the neuromusculoskeletal system and body cavities in relation to movement and function.

  • KIN 323 - Anatomical Kinesiology Lab

    Credits: 1. Offered autumn. Prereq., BIOH 211N or 212N or BIOH 370; coreq., KIN 322. Anatomy and kinesiology of the neuromusculoskeletal system and body cavities in relation to movement and function.

  • KIN 330 - Motor Learning and Control

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., BIOH 201N or BIOH 365. Focused on developing an understanding of the anatomy and physiology within the nervous system necessary for movement. Establishes an understanding of the basic science involved in the control of motor tasks, and uses this foundation to evaluate case studies that will focus on sport performance, clinical deficits, age-related alterations, learning of motor tasks following injury, and other motor-related tasks.

  • KIN 410 - Advanced Strength Training & Cond

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., KIN 320, senior or graduate student status. Advanced resistance and aerobic exercise testing and prescription for both healthy and clinical populations.

  • KIN 425 - Biomechanics

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., KIN 320 (HHP 377) & M 115 (MATH 117) or higher and major in health and human performance or athletic training. Description and analysis of the fundamental principles of human movement. Includes quantitative study of the Newtonian mechanics governing biological motion and the roles of the musculo-skeletal, nervous and cardio-vascular systems during human activity.

  • KIN 440 - Sport Psychology

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn. Prereq., upper-division or graduate status.  Course content is focused on the historical development of sport psychology, with emphasis upon the major principles and tactics of the discipline, including motivation, confidence, imagery, leadership, and team building.

  • KIN 447 - Analytical & Communicative Techniques

    Credits: 3. Offered every term. Prereq., WRIT 101, WRIT 121 or WRIT 201. Analysis and communicative critique of literature, cinema, and other forms of popular media that contain allegorical life themes. Substantial reading, speaking and writing component. Emphasis on improving and maintaining communication skills.
    Course Attributes:
    • Writing Course-Advanced

  • KIN 460 - ECG Assessment

    Credits: 2. Offered autumn. Prereq., junior, senior, or graduate status. Laboratory sessions combined with class sessions to understand electrocardiography and the assessment of electrocardiograms, both at rest and during exercise.

  • KIN 480 - Teaching Anatomy, Physiology

    Credits: 4. (R-4) Offered every term. Prereq., student must have received at least a “B” in Human Anatomy and Physiology and consent of instructor. Students assist in preparation and grading of demonstrations and laboratory assignments, and provide laboratory instruction of undergraduate students enrolled in BIOH 201N/202N-211N/212N. Students are given advanced instruction in principles of human anatomy and physiology.

  • KIN 483 - Exercise Disease & Aging

    Credits: 3. Offered spring. Prereq., KIN 320,321, 460; coreq. KIN 484. Focus on guidelines for exercise testing and prescription for individuals with chronic disease including heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, osteoporosis, elderly and pulmonary disease. Class requires 25 assigned hours of service learning. Covers material necessary for ACSM clinical certification exam when combined with KIN 201, 320, 321, 460, and 484.

  • KIN 484 - Exercise Disease & Aging Lab

    Credits: 1. Offered spring. Prereq., KIN 320, 321; coreq., KIN 483. Laboratory sessions focus on practical exercise testing and prescription for individuals with chronic disease including coronary heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, osteoporosis, elderly and pulmonary disease; basic ECG testing and analysis. Covers material necessary for ACSM clinical certification exam when combined with KIN 201, 320, 321, 460, and 483.

  • KIN 490 - Undergraduate Research

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Directed individual research and study appropriate to the back ground and objectives of the student.

  • KIN 492 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq., consent of instr. Course material appropriate to the needs and objectives of the individual student.

  • KIN 498 - Internship

    Credits: 2 TO 6. (R-6) Offered every term. Prereq. all HHP options minimum junior standing and ECP 120/121 (or equivalent).  Prereqs per option. Exercise Science Applied: KIN 320/321.  If internship is coaching or strength & conditioning must also have completed KIN 410 and COA 405.  Exercise Science Pre-Professional: KIN 320/321.  If internship is cardiac rehab must also have completed KIN 460/483/484. Community Health: CHTH 335.  Supervised field experiences with private businesses, public agencies, or institutions.  45 hours of internship site work = 1 credit.  A maximum of 6 credits of Internship 498 may count toward graduation. Students should not be registered for more than 14 credits their internship semester.
    Course Attributes:
    • Internship graduation limit 6

  • KIN 499 - Capstone

    Credits: 1 TO 3. (R 6) Offered autumn. Prereq., consent of instr. Independent work under the University omnibus option. See index.

Nutrition

  • NUTR 221N - Basic Human Nutrition

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn and spring. The principles of science as applied to current concepts and controversies in the field of human nutrition.
    Course Attributes:
    • Natural Science Course

  • NUTR 411 - Nutrition For Sports & Exercise

    Credits: 3. Offered autumn and spring.  Prereq., KIN 320 and junior standing. Nutritional parameters of athletic performance including intervention planning, energy production, the energy nutrients, vitamins and minerals, principles of balanced diets, timing and composition of intakes, hydration, weight management strategies, and nutritional needs for special situations.