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Health and Wellness Course Offerings By Semester

There is no application process to obtain one or more of the Health and Wellness Short Certificates. Each certificate can be earned individually or within an Associates in Science Degree by applying those courses to area V. Each certificate focuses on different aspects of health and wellness by guiding students to take courses that prepare them for those different respective fields.

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 Wellness and Personal Trainer Certificate (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.

WELLNESS

CTE Short-Term Certificate

Course Prefix and Number	Course Description	Credit Hours	Area
HED 226	Wellness	3	V
HED 231	First Aid	3	V
PED 100	Fundamentals of Fitness	3	V
HPS 116	Complementary and Alternative Therapies	3	V
HEC 140 or PED 224	Principles of Nutrition	3	V
HED 221	Personal Health	3	V
PED 223	Methods of Instruction	3	V
	Total Hours	21

PHYSICAL EDUCATION/COACHING

CTE Short-Term Certificate

Course Prefix and Number	Course Description	Credit Hours	Area
HED 226	Wellness	3	V
PED 100*	Fundamentals of Fitness	3	V
PED 200	Foundations of Physical Education	3	V
EDU 100	Exploring Teaching as an Occupation	3	V
PED 216	Sports Officiating	3	V
BIO 201	Anatomy and Physiology I	4	V
BIO 202	Anatomy and Physiology II	4	V
	Total Hours	23

*PED 223 can be substituted.

KINESIOLOGY/EXERCISE SCIENCE

CTE Short-Term Certificate

Course Prefix and Number	Course Description	Credit Hours	Area
HED 226	Wellness	3	V
HED 231	First Aid	3	V
BIO 201	Anatomy and Physiology I	4	V
HPS 105	Medical Terminology	3	V
HEC 140 or PED 224	Principles of Nutrition	3	V
HED 232	Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries	3	V
PED 223	Methods of Instruction	3	V
PED 105*	Personal Fitness	1	V
	Total Hours	23

*Any 1-hour PED course can be substituted.

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	29