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Health 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).

This mission of Georgetown College’s health science major is to advance the quality of life in our society by providing students with the knowledge, understanding, and skills needed to plan, implement , and evaluate health programs in schools, community organizations, healthcare organizations, and worksites.

Requirements

Minimum Credits

  • Major: 47

Required Courses

  • KHS 180, 214, 220, 304, 306, 310, 315, 320, 400, 405 410
  • 6 hours of electives from KHS 200, 322, 324, 423, 435, 460, 470
  • 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