2016-2017 University Catalog
Kinesiology, BS
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Banner Code: E1-BS-KNES
College: College of Education and Human Development
Department: School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism
This 120-credit degree in kinesiology is a demanding science based program designed to prepare students for a career in clinical exercise, coaching, corporate fitness, exercise and sport psychology, medical and exercise equipment sales, personal training, sport and exercise nutrition, sport science, or wellness/fitness management. The KINE program provides students with a strong science foundation for post-graduate specialized study in kinesiology or professional schools (e.g., chiropractic, medical, physical therapy). The KINE program has a comprehensive approach to the study of human movement. Three separate internship experiences totaling 700 hours provide KINE students with the opportunity to apply evidence-based knowledge and its practical application in general fitness, clinical and sports performance settings.
The KINE degree is designed to assist students in their preparation for nationally recognized certifications, specifically those offered by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Students are required to challenge either the ACSM-Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) or the NSCA-Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam by the 7th week of the semester in which they are enrolled in KINE 490 - Kinesiology Internship III . All exam registration fees are the responsibility of the student. Scores must be reported to the KINE Internship Coordinator before students can receive credit for the KINE 490 course.
Students are required to maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 each semester and to receive a grade of C or better in all major coursework (BIOL 124 , BIOL 125 , STAT 250 , as well as all Professional Sequence courses). Failure to do so will result in probation or termination from the KINE program. The Kinesiology Academic Advisor is available to assist KINE students with course registration and academic program design. It is expected that KINE students will meet with their Academic Advisor each semester that they are enrolled at George Mason University.
Special Requirements
See Special Requirements for specific information regarding fees, technical standards, health screenings and certifications, and background checks.
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