Semester Hours Required for Degree: 120

Faculty: C.B. Williamson (Chairperson), W.K. Beatty, S.L. Brezina, F.S. Bridges, T.E. Clark, A.T. Gross (Emeritus), W.M. Healey, S.F. Philipp, S. Ryan, P.B. Schuler, E.G. Watson (Emeritus)

Bachelor's degree programs in the Department of Health, Leisure, and Sports prepare students for positions in teaching, the health and fitness industry, leisure services, and graduate study. A State-approved teacher education certification program is available in physical education (K-8, 6-12). Teacher certification in driver education is also available in the department.

The Exercise Science Specialization is designed for the student interested in pursuing a career in the fitness industry and for graduate school. The Leisure Studies specialization is designed for the student interested in pursuing a career in a field such as municipal recreation, state and national parks, commercial recreation, travel and tourism, and other leisure services.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
In addition to general University requirements and General Studies requirements, students seeking the B.S. degree must meet the requirements listed below.

Candidates for admission to UWF's NCATE/DOE approved teacher education programs must meet admission requirements detailed under Admission to Teacher Education. In addition to the program requirements noted below, teacher education students must also complete requirements specified under Teacher Education.

Physical Education majors must include in the lower division requirements at least 9 sh of course work with international or diversity focus. Consult with your academic advisor for appropriate courses.

Physical Education majors who do not seek teacher certification may choose the non-certification major in Physical Education.

Sports Medicine majors must earn a grade of "C" or better in all major and major related courses.

Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by prefix in the back of this catalog. For courses with a dash in the course number, contact the offering department for information.

LEISURE STUDIES SPECIALIZATION

General Studies (36 sh)
Leisure studies majors should take ANT 2000 to satisfy the social science/behavioral perspective component and STA 1013 and MAC 1105 to satisfy the mathematics component of General Studies.

For additional information see the General Studies section of this catalog.

Common Prerequisites
None

Lower Division Electives (24 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division.

Major (48 sh)

Major-Related (12 sh)

Upper Division Electives (0 sh)

EXERCISE SCIENCE SPECIALIZATION

General Studies (36 sh)
Exercise Science majors should take PSY 2013 or DEP 2004 to satisfy the social science/behavioral perspective component, STA 1013/2023 or MAC 1105 to satisfy the mathematics component, PHI 2100 or SPC 2016 to satisfy the humanities/values and expressions component, and CHM 2045/L and PHY 2048/L to satisfy the natural sciences component of General Studies.

For additional information see the General Studies section of this catalog.

Common Prerequisites (8 sh)

Lower Division Electives (16-23 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division.

Recommend PEO 2031 or PET 2060 be taken at the lower division.

Major (38-41 sh)

Major-Related (18 sh)

Upper Division Electives (1-4 sh)
Sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF's requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or completion of all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SPECIALIZATION TEACHER CERTIFICATION (K-8)

General Studies (36 sh)
Physical Education majors should take BSC 1010/L to satisfy 4 sh of the natural science component and STA 1013/2023 and MAC 1105 to satisfy the mathematics component of General Studies.

For additional information see the General Studies section of this catalog.

Common Prerequisites (23-25 sh)
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. Courses in brackets indicate substitutions from Florida Public Community/Junior Colleges and Universities.

Lower Division Electives (0-1 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division.

Major (35 sh)

Major-Related (17 sh)

Upper Division Electives (8 sh)
Sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF's requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or completion of all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.

The following courses are recommended:

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SPECIALIZATION TEACHER CERTIFICATION (6-12)

General Studies (36 sh)
Same as Physical Education Specialization, Teacher Certification (K-8)

Common Prerequisites (23-25 sh)
Same as Physical Education Specialization, Teacher Certification (K-8)

Lower Division Electives (0-1 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division.

Major (38 sh)

Major-Related (17 sh)

Upper Division Electives (5 sh)
Sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF's requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or completion of all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater

The following courses are recommended:

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SPECIALIZATION NON-TEACHER CERTIFICATION

General Studies (36 sh)
Same as Physical Education Specialization, Teacher Certification (K-8).

Common Prerequisites (23-25 sh)
Same as Physical Education Specialization, Teacher Certification (K-8).

Lower Division Electives (0-1 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division.

Major (35 sh)

Major-Related (10 sh)

Upper Division Electives (15 sh)
Sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF's requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or completion of all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.

SPORTS MEDICINE/ATHLETIC TRAINING

General Studies (36 sh)
For additional information see the General Studies section of this catalog.

Common Prerequisites (8 sh)

Lower Division Electives (16-23 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours at the lower division.

Major (47 sh)

Major-Related (6 sh)

Upper Division Electives (7 sh)
Sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF's requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or completion of all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.

MINORS

Health Services Minor (12-13 sh)
The Minor in Health Services is composed of 12-13 sh in approved courses in biology, management, psychology, social work, and health. For information regarding requirements, contact the Department of Health, Leisure, and Sports.

Leisure Studies Minor (17 sh)
The following courses (or equivalent) are required for the 17 sh Minor in Leisure Studies. No directed studies may be taken. See department for advisement.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Sports/Exercise Instructional Program
The Department of Health, Leisure, and Sports offers a variety of one hour sports and/or exercise programs as a service for University students and the community. The courses help students acquire knowledge and appreciation of various sports and exercise techniques. Students are allowed to progress at their own rate. The courses meet twice a week for one hour credit and are on a pass/fail basis. Tennis, swimming, racquetball, aerobics, strength training, volleyball, and advanced life saving are regular offerings. For successful completion, 80 percent attendance is required. Consult semester course listings and the department for more information.

Athletic Training Internship Program
The Department of Health, Leisure, and Sports offers a National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) internship program designed to prepare qualified athletic trainers for employment in high schools, colleges, professional sports programs, and other health care agencies. The program is available at the undergraduate and graduate levels for all majors. All candidates for NATA certification must meet basic core requirements which are (1) a bachelor's degree; (2) first aid and CPR, or EMT certification; (3) successful completion of coursework in basic and advanced athletic training, human anatomy, human physiology, mechanics of human motion, exercise physiology, and personal health; and (4) a clinical experience of 1500 clock hours. Upon completion of all requirements, a successful score on the NATA certification examination is required. Interested students should contact the chairperson of the Department of Health, Leisure, and Sports for specific advisement.

Driver Education Certification
Students with a bachelor's level teaching certification can become certified to teach driver education by completion of the following courses:

The common prerequisites for the Sports Medicine Specialization must be approved by the statewide Articulation Coordinating Committee.

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