M.S. in Exercise Science and Health Promotion- Wellness & Health Promotion
The M.S. in Exercise Science and Health Promotion degree, with a concentration in Wellness and Health Promotion (thesis/non-thesis option) is designed to not only prepare students for employment in the wellness and health industry, but also to provide students with advanced research opportunities to conduct both academic and applied research in wellness and health promotion. Course content is designed to prepare students for a successful career based on an increased understanding of real-world experiences. The thesis option provides students with an opportunity to develop specialized research skills through research in a particular area of wellness and health promotion.
Coursework
HPE 600, Research Methods
HPE 665 Critical Analysis of Research and Professional Literature
HPE 670 Legal Issues and the HPE Professional
HPE 675 Administration of HPE Related Programs
The Wellness & Health Promotion Concentration includes the following coursework:
HPE 510, Health Promotion
HPE 638, Stress Management
HPE 640, Epidemiology & Prevention of Chronic Disease
HPE 644, Integrative Health Coaching
Six hours of Elective Coursework