Wellness and Sport Sciences Course Offerings By Semester
Upon approval from Alabama Commission of Higher Education (ACHE) at their June meeting, we will no longer offer the concentrations listed below. Any current students already working on these concentrations will be able to complete them. Please contact Dr. Amy Rogers Cantrell (arogers@suscc.edu) for specific questions about courses within the Wellness and Sport Sciences Department.
The Wellness Certificate (21 hrs) is for the student wishing to have a more comprehensive understanding of health and fitness, as conventional, complementary and alternative therapies are covered. Students will be certified as a personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) upon passing the ACE Personal Trainer Exam, as well as First Aid and CPR certifications through the American Heart Association.
The Physical Education/Coaching Certificate (23 hrs) is for the student wishing to continue their education at a four-year institution for physical education, teaching or coaching. The courses in this certificate offer basic insight into classroom/player management, student/athlete discipline, responsibilities of teachers/coaches as well as how to physically prepare students/athletes for sports and competition.
The Kinesiology/Exercise Science Certificate (23 hrs) is for the student wishing to continue their education at a four-year institution majoring in kinesiology/exercise science or some related field, or a student wanting to continue their education in the field of physical therapy or physical therapy assistant. Students will be certified as a personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) upon passing the ACE Personal Trainer Exam, as well as First Aid and CPR certifications through the American Heart Association.
The Sport Management Certificate (22 hrs)is for the student wishing to continue their education at a four-year institution majoring in Sport Management or some related field. The courses in this certificate offer basic insight into the diverse and dynamic industry of sport.
The Wellness and Personal Trainer Certificate (25-29 hrs) is for the student wishing to continue their education at a four-year institution. Students will be certified as a personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) upon passing the ACE Personal Trainer Exam, as well as First Aid and CPR certifications through the American Heart Association. In addition to the general admission requirements of the College, the student must also abide by the following to be able to receive the Wellness Certificate and Wellness and Personal Trainer Certificate:
1. See either the course advisor or Health and Wellness Coordinator to inform them that you are pursuing the Wellness and Personal Trainer certificate.
2. Have unconditional admission to the College on clear academic status.
3. Be 18 years of age upon completion of certificate.
4. Have 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) at Southern Union.
5. Send transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended (minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA is required).
6. Meet and comply with standards and policies in the current College Catalog and Student Handbook
The Wellness and Therapeutic Massage Degree (66 hrs) is for the student wishing to complete a two-year degree, and become a certified personal trainer and a certified massage therapist.
Students will be certified as a personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) upon passing the ACE Personal Trainer Exam as well as First Aid and CPR certifications through the American Heart Association. Also upon successful completion of the program, students may seek licensure from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and/or licensure through a state board of massage therapy.
In addition to the general admission requirements of the College, the student must also apply and be accepted into the Therapeutic Massage Program and meet the program requirements to be able to pursue the Wellness and Therapeutic Massage Degree. (See admission requirements for Therapeutic Massage.)
Wellness and Therapeutic Massage Degree Costs
WELLNESS AND PERSONAL TRAINER
CTE Short-Term Certificate
|
Course Prefix and Number |
Course Description |
Credit Hours |
Area |
|
HEC 140 or PED 224 |
Principles of Nutrition |
3 |
V |
|
PED 100 |
Fundamentals of Fitness |
3 |
V |
|
HED 231 |
First Aid |
3 |
V |
|
HED 221 |
Personal Health |
3 |
V |
|
HED 222 |
Community Health |
3 |
V |
|
|
Any approved HED or PED Courses |
3 |
V |
|
PED 223 |
Methods of Instruction |
3 |
V |
|
BIO 201* |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
V |
|
BIO 202* |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
V |
|
|
Total Hours |
25-29 |
|
*Survey of Human Biology may be substituted for BIO 201 and BIO 202.
WELLNESS AND THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Associate in Applied Science
Must apply to Therapeutic Massage Program to Pursue This Degree
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| Semester |
Course Prefix and Number |
Course Description |
Credit Hours |
Area |
| 1 | ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 | I |
| *BIO 111 | Survey of Human Biology | 4 | III | |
| MSG 101 | Intro to Therapeutic Massage | 3 | V | |
| MSG 102 | Therapeutic Massage Lab I | 3 | V | |
| MSG 104 | Musculoskeletal & Kinesiology | 3 | V | |
| 2 | ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 | I |
| *IDS 102 | Ethics (Preferred) or Fine Arts or Humanities Elective | 3 | II | |
| HED 226 | Wellness | 3 | V | |
| MSG 202 | Therapeutic Massage Lab II | 3 | V | |
| MSG 204 | Musculoskeletal & Kinesiology II | 3 | V | |
| MSG 105 | Therapeutic Massage Clinical I | 2 | V | |
| 3 | PSY 200 or PSY 210 | General Psychology Or Human Growth & Development | 3 | IV |
| HED 221 | Personal Health | 3 | V | |
| HPS 116 | Complementary and Alternative Therapies | 3 | V | |
|
MSG 203 |
Pathology |
3 |
V |
|
| MSG 205 | Therapeutic Massage Clinical II | 2 | V | |
| MSG 201 | Massage for Special Populations | 2 | V | |
| MSG 206 | National Certification Exam Review | 1 | V | |
| 4 | MTH 100 | Intermediate Algebra or Higher | 3 | III |
|
HEC 140 or PED 224 |
Principles of Nutrition | 3 | V | |
|
HED 231 |
First Aid |
3 |
V |
|
|
PED 100 |
Fundamentals of Fitness |
3 |
V |
|
|
PED 105 |
Personal Fitness |
1 |
V |
|
|
PED 223 |
Methods of Instruction |
3 |
V |
|
| Total Hours 66 | ||||
Note: Classes may be taken in any semester if prerequisites are met. All courses for this degree must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
*Students that have completed BIO201 and BIO 202 with a grade of C or higher are not required to take BIO111.
*Any Fine Arts or Humanities Elective will be accepted.