StudyQA — Bachelor: Exercise Science-Physical Education: Transfer Associate

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Exercise Science Track
Graduates of such baccalaureate programs find employment in health, health and fitness center program management, corporate health and wellness programs, health and physical education teaching, exercise physiology teaching and research, exercise rehabilitation programs, adult fitness programs and related fields. The curriculum includes general education requirements, a basic science and math foundation and a broad base in the exercise sciences and discipline-related courses such as exercise physiology, health, nutrition, anatomy and kinesiology, and exercise measurement and prescription. In addition, this program track prepares students to sit for nationally accredited certified personal trainer exams, such as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Council on Exercise (ACE), and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Education Track: Health and Physical Education
The College's range of education programs allows students, who are planning a career in teaching, to complete the first two years of a transfer program and earn an associate in science degree whether they plan to teach in elementary or secondary schools. All students should be aware of the standards outlined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and how they specify different preparations for elementary and secondary school teachers.

Students intending to transfer must have a 3.0 GPA in order to enter the professional-level course work (that leads to teacher certifications) at a baccalaureate degree-granting institution. Students are also required to attain a qualifyint score on the Pre-Service Academic Program Assessment (PAPA) test before transferring can occur.

Each student is required to have an Act 34 Criminal Background Investigation and an Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance prior to any practicum/student teaching experience and employment. The student should consider these factors prior to enrolling in this program.

Since the requirements of 4-year colleges/universities vary widely, it is essential to choose an intended transfer institution as soon as possible and carefully follow the program described in that college's catalog. The entire program is available at the Harrisburg Campus. Some of the required courses are available at the Gettysburg, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York campuses.

This transfer curriculum is provided as a guide for students planning to transfer to a baccalaureate degree granting institution. Graduates of the program can obtain positions in health / wellness / fitness centers, program instruction and management, personal training (ACSM, ACE, NSCA)), corporate health and wellness programs, exercise rehabilitation programs, adult fitness and recreation programs, and other related fields.

General Education
ENGL 101 English Composition I 3
ENGL 102 English Composition II 3
COMM 101 Effective Speaking (or) 3
COMM 203 Interpersonal Communication (3)
Core A Elective 3
Core B (Recommend: SOCI 201) (D) 3
Core B Elective 3
Core C MATH Elective 3
Core C Elective 3
*Core C Science Elective 3
General Education Transfer Elective 3
**Physical Education & Wellness 1

Major Requirements
BIOL 121 Anatomy and Physiology I 4
EXSC 102 Introduction to Exercise Science 3
EXSC 202 Functional Anatomy & Exercise Phys 3
EXSC 203 Exercise Testing & Measurement 3
EXSC 206 Exercise Prescription 3
EXSC 208 Methods of Instruction & Personal Training 3
HLTH 101 Healthful Living 3
PE 201 Living Fit and Well 3
NUTR 104 Nutrition or 3
EDUC 110 The Education Professional (3)
Program Specific Elective *** 2

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to:

Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by the national certification exams for personal training

Demonstrate skill in the identification of risk factors and in the description of health status

Conduct a variety of fitness assessments for all components of health related fitness

Effectively develop and implement exercise prescriptions to improve and enhance all components of health related fitness

Effectively educate and/or communicate with individuals regarding life style modifications to improve and enhance personal fitness, health, and well-being

Write and speak effectively

Appreciate accomplishments in the arts and sciences

Apply for a Full-Ride Scholarship

Are you a future student and ready to apply to HACC?
By applying to HACC, you have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship! HACC will fund two years of your education – enough to complete your associate degree.

Thanks to the support of the HACC Foundation, the College is able to offer FREE money to support future students, like you, in reaching your educational goals. Six full-ride scholarships are available – one from each of the five campuses and one through HACC’s Virtual Learning Program.

Please note that current students are not eligible for the full-ride scholarships. However, there are more than 250 scholarships available for current students.

What should you know about the full-ride scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition, books and fees for a full academic year.

The scholarship will automatically renew each term for up to six consecutive terms if you maintain your eligibility.

Once you apply to the College and receive a HACC ID and email address, you may apply for the full-ride scholarship. You do not have to register for classes before applying for the scholarship.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must:

Apply to HACC

Take 12-15 credits each term for no more than six consecutive terms (two years)

Live in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill or York county

Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Provide a 480 SAT reading score, 21 ACT or comparable scores on the College’s placement test

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled at HACC

Participate in at least two HACC student organizations

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