Introduction to Health and Exercise Science

Catalog description

In an effort to orient students to the broad spectrum of disciplines that fall within the health sciences, student will engage with healthcare professionals from across the disciplines both in lecture and seminar format. Students will also begin to develop an appreciation of the content areas that are encompassed within the health sciences including epidemiology, wellness & fitness, sports medicine & rehabilitation, exercise & nutrition, cardiovascular health and conditioning. The role of exercise in medicine and healthcare will also be explored.