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Home » Programs » Nursing and Allied Health » Liberal Arts and Science: Health and Exercise Science Option
Liberal Arts and Science: Health and Exercise Science Option (HPE.AS)

Liberal Arts and Science: Health and Exercise Science Option

The Health and Exercise Science Option prepares a student to receive an Associate in Science degree and transfer to a four-year college to major in a variety of related fields in health, fitness, physical education, pre-physical or occupational therapy, and exercise science.

 

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Meta Major: Allied Health, Nursing and Allied Health
Degree/Certificate: Associate in Science
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Code Course Credits
First Year / First Semester
ENG-101 English Composition I1 3
BIO-111 Biology I – Science 4
HPE-130 Consumer Health Decisions 3
PSY-101 Basic Psychology or
SOC-101 Introduction to Sociology 3
HPE-175 Foundations of Fitness 3
16
Second Semester
ENG-102 English Composition II2 3
BIO-211 Anatomy & Physiology I3 4
HPE-211 Theory/Application Physical Training I 4
HPE-195 Concepts of Individual and Dual Sports 3
    14
Code Course Credits
Second Year / First Semester
BIO-212 Anatomy & Physiology II4 4
HIS-101 World Civilization I 3
MTH-111 Introduction to Statistics 5 3
FNS-105 Introduction to Nutrition 3
HPE-170 First Aid Safety & Prevention of Injury 3
    16
Second Semester
HPE-178 Motor Development and Motor Learning 3
SPE-102 Public Speaking 3
HPE-106 Stress Management 3
HPE-127 Exercise Techniques & Prescription 1
…-… Humanities General Education Elective 3
HPE-161 Weight Training 1
    14
  Total Minimum Credits 61
1 Must test into ENG-101 or complete all appropriate prerequisites
2 Prerequisite: ENG-101
3 Prerequisite: BIO-111
4 Prerequisite: BIO-211
5 Must test into College level MTH or take all appropriate prerequisites

Program Student Learning Outcomes

At the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Perform critical analysis in solving problems and analyzing information as it relates to health and exercise science.
  2. Explain and apply basic CPR and first aid techniques.
  3. Identify and discuss current health issues in the United States.
  4. Identify and explain basic components of physical physical fitness as they relate to teaching children.

Post-Baccalaureate Employment Opportunities

  • Employment opportunities in health, physical education,
    exercise science, fitness, sports medicine and coaching will
    continue to be in high demand.
  • A student interested in a career in health and fitness
    education should demonstrate an interest in working with
    individuals who may vary in age from pre-school to senior
    citizen.
  • Specific professional opportunities include careers in fitness,
    health, training, physical therapy and education.

Areas of Employment

  • Fitness centers
  • Personal training center
  • Wellness centers
  • Corporate fitness programs
  • Public & private schools (physical education)
  • Sports teams
  • Athletic programs

Transfer Opportunities

Students in this program transfer to many institutions including our premier partners:

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  • Rowan University
  • The College of New Jersey
  • Temple University
  • Stockton University
  • West Chester Univesity

Contact Person

Dr. Nicholas DiCicco, Director
(856) 227-7200, ext. 4264
email: ndicicco@camdencc.edu

Additional information

CIP Code

24.0101

Program Code

HPE.AS

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