Exercise Health Sciences, Fitness Administration, AAS (SAMPLE)

CIP 310501 (HFA)

The Exercise Health Sciences program is a rigorous academic curriculum designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and psychological foundations of movement, exercise and sport. Students in the EHS program receive skilled instruction in cardiovascular and strength training, health appraisals and fitness assessments, exercise prescription, behavior modification, sport nutrition, equipment use and function, exercise psychology and safety as well as wellness concepts which include smoking cessation, stress management, physical activity and weight control. Students will receive practical hands on experiences in our on-site health and wellness education center, so you'll feel comfortable and prepared to go out and actually do your work when you graduate or go on to pursue an advanced degree or national certification offered by the American College of Sports Medicine. The well-coached achievement of optimal health remains a worldwide priority in the twenty-first century. The growing fields of movement and exercise sciences promise increasing opportunities for movement practitioners in the field of Kinesiology. The primary role of a movement practitioner is to act as an educator and assist others with behavior modification that positively impacts both the individual and the society we live in. If you want to facilitate individuals to reach their fullest potential, Exercise Health Sciences is the field for you. These classes transfer to several four-year schools in Colorado.

Course sequence does apply, It is recommended that students seek advising from the program coordinator, Sophie Mabry (sophie [dot] mabry [at] arapahoe [dot] edu (sophie[dot]mabry[at]arapahoe[dot]edu)) to ensure success in the classroom and transferability of classes to four year schools. Students new to the program need to attend a new student EHS meeting prior to the first day of class. Email the program coordinator for dates.