Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance
Do you care about health and wellness? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? A degree in human performance is the path for you!
NSU's Bachelor of Science in Health & Human Performance is offered by the Department of Health & Kinesiology.
NSU is Oklahoma's fourth largest public four-year institution. Ranked in the top three for most affordable university tuition, NSU is a cost-effective way to earn a college degree.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency in health and fitness assessment.
- Apply fundamental human movement principles in the areas of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics to a variety of exercise/fitness contexts and populations.
- Develop and implement safe and effective exercise / fitness programming.
- Demonstrate knowledge and apply the principles of exercise prescription in diverse populations.
- Demonstrate knowledge and process in addressing emergency procedures and individual injury in health and fitness settings.
- Develop critical-thinking skills necessary to understand, analyze, and produce knowledge specific to health and fitness.
- Demonstrate the ability for personal growth and development through immersive learning opportunities.
- Evaluate scientific literature in the discipline of exercise / fitness science, demonstrate and synthesize relevant information from it, and convey this information orally and in writing.
Student Learning Outcomes - Clinical Health and Wellness
- Demonstrate and apply the principles of exercise prescription to diverse populations.
- Demonstrate knowledge and scientific principles of exercise rehabilitation including biomechanics and motor control.
- Apply knowledge of exercise science in a real world setting.
Student Learning Outcomes - Exercise Science
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities to design, administer, and assess exercise programs intended to improve wellness as appropriate for an entry-level health/fitness professional.
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities in the use of technology and equipment for assessment and exercise.
- Develop and implement exercise prescriptions for apparently healthy, increased-risk, athletic, and special populations.
- Communicate effectively using modes consistent with the expectations of health/fitness professionals.
- Articulate an appreciation for the role of exercise in developing and maintaining wellness
- Collaborate with other professionals in a multidisciplinary approach to wellness.
- Demonstrate professionalism and integrity in their health/exercise discipline.
- 5341 - Clinical Health and Wellness
- 5342 - Exercise Science
There is no Accelerated Degree Program for this degree.
A minor is required for the Health and Human Performance major.
There are no certifications related to this degree.
Degree Available At
- Tahlequah
- Online
- Broken Arrow
Transferring to NSU?
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Career Services
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PROGRAM CHAIR
Dr. Kimberly Seibold
loyk@nsuok.edu
(918) 444-3743
Our Health & Human Performance program is nationally accredited by CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs).
To find information on graduation and retention rates, see the NSU Health & Human Performance Program Outcome Report.
HHP Resources
Capstone Experience
All Health and Human Performance Majors are required to complete the Capstone assignment three weeks prior to graduation.
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