Kinesiology - Minors and Certificates

Minors

The Department of Kinesiology offers two minors which include a minor in Exercise and Sports Science and Sports Studies. Prior to declaring a minor please discuss with your Academic Advisor.

Minor in Exercise and Sports Science

Minimum requirement for the exercise and sport science minor is 24 s.h.

Minor in Exercise and Sports Science Required Courses

Minor in Strength and Conditioning

The minor in Strength and Conditioning will require a minimum of 21 credits of course work and practical experiences under an approved CSCS coach. The minor is designed for students with an interest in pursuing a profession as a strength and conditioning coach, performance coach, physical therapist, athletic trainer, or personal training. To be eligible for admission to the minor in Strength and Conditioning, a student must have earned at least 60 credits, have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5, be declared in a major, and complete the strength and conditioning application process, including all observation hours. Students must earn a C- or higher in all graded courses in the minor including the two practicum experiences.

Minor in Strength and Conditioning Required Courses

Certificates

The Department of Kinesiology offers two graduate certificates. These certificates include a Certificate in Sports Management and a Certificate in Sport and Coaching Leadership.

Physical Activity and Public Health Certificate

The Physical Activity and Public Health Certificate is designed to prepare future physical activity and public health practitioners and researchers with the skills, knowledge, and expertise in physical activity as it relates to public health outcomes, promotion of physical activity across the lifespan, and physical activity psychology.

Physical Activity and Public Health Certificate Required Courses

Certificate in Sport and Coaching Leadership

Graduate Certificates provide specialized knowledge in a particular area. The online graduate certificates require admission to the Graduate School. To be eligible, you must have an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree.

The Sport and Coaching Leadership Certificate is designed to prepare future leaders with the skills, knowledge, and expertise in sport psychology, athlete well-being, team dynamics, and administration to serve athletes.

Certificate in Sport and Coaching Leadership Required Courses