College of Education

Master of Science in Exercise Science

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Dr. Walter Andzel
Department of Physical Education,
Recreation and Health
CSW 114
908-737-5436
wandzel@kean.edu

The Master of Science program in Exercise Science is designed to prepare students to work as professionals in corporations, wellness centers, hospitals, sports medicines centers, amateur and professional athletics, health clubs, resorts and spas, community associations such as the YMCA and YWCA, colleges, universities, school districts, and rehabilitation centers. More specifically, the program will provide students with the knowledge and skills to enable them to function as exercise specialists, technicians, strength coaches, and personal and athletic trainers. Finally, the program will provide the opportunity for individuals who are currently employed in these professional areas to enhance their ability to advance to such positions as coordinators and/or directors and head athletic trainers. The program offers two concentrations: Exercise Physiology and Athletic Training.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the University's admission requirements:

· A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 from all colleges attended (lower GPA may be accepted with appropriate experience)
· GRE (Graduate Record Exam) scores
· Departmental interview
· Two letters of reference

UNDERGRADUATE PREREQUISITES: A minimum grade point average of 3.0 in:

PED 3510 Exercise Physiology (all students)
PED 2520 Introduction to Athletic Training (students electing the Athletic Training Concentration)

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

· 33 credits
· Research component
· Comprehensive examination
· Thesis

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Required Courses 15 credits

* PED 5101 Physiological Foundations of Exercise Training and Rehabilitation 3
* PED 5102 Fitness and Health Promotion 3
* PED 5103 Nutrition for Fitness, Health and Athletic Performance 3
* PED 5104 Sports and Fitness Management in Exercise Science 3
* PED 5105 Prevention and Rehabilitation for Special Needs Populations in Exercise Science 3

CONCENTRATION (Select one)

Concentration I - Exercise Physiology Concentration 9 credits

* PED 5106 Advanced Exercise Physiology 3
* PED 5107 Advanced Exercise Physiology Laboratory and Research 3
* PED 5108 Advanced Exercise Testing, Prescription and Interpretation 3

Concentration II - Athletic Training Concentration 9 credits

* PED 5109 Advanced Prevention and Rehabilitation of sports Injuries 3
* PED 5110 Advanced Evaluation of Sports Injuries 3
* PED 5111 Advanced Sports Therapeutic Modalities 3

Research, Statistical Methods and Thesis 9 credits

* PED 5112 Research and Design in Exercise Science 3
* PED 5113 Application of Quantitative Methods and Computers in Exercise Science 3
* PED 5114 Thesis Seminar in Exercise Science 3

TOTAL 33 CREDITS