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Exercise Science Overview

Students may pursue major and minor programs offered in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies that will prepare them both for entry-level professional careers and graduate study in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Athletic Training and Public Health. In addition, our curriculum prepares students for future study in the allied health professions (physical therapy, physician assistant, and occupational therapy).

Exercise Science borrows from many parent disciplines in the natural and social sciences in order to understand the phenomenon of exercise and human movement activities, ranging from sport training to injury rehabilitation. Graduates typically work in corporate fitness, cardiac rehabilitations, YMCA’s, community recreation programs, commercial health clubs, and other settings. Other graduates have entered graduate programs in physical therapy, nutrition, athletic training, occupational therapy, biomechanics, and exercise physiology. A major and minor are offered in this area.

Requirements

Minimum Credits

  • Major: 45
  • Minor: 22

Required Courses

  • KHS 214, 220, 304, 306, 320, 322, 400, 410, 423
  • 1-hour course from KHS 111-170
  • 9 hours from KHS course numbered 180 or above
  • BIO 100 or 111
  • PSY 211 or MAT 111

Faculty

  • Professor Glenn West
  • Assistant Professor Jean Kiernan (Chair)
  • Assistant Professor Chris Proulx
  • Assistant Professor Bill Welsh
  • Visiting Assistant Professor Leslie Phillips
  • Adjunct Instructors Bobbi Boblett, Kristen Bretz, Dan Brown, James Koeppe, Jason Mays, Randy McGuire, Craig Mullins, Susan Johnson, Bruce Owens, Sim Blake, and Erik Hagen

Contact the Department

Kinesiology & Health Studies Department
Georgetown College
400 East College Street
Georgetown, KY 40324