Exercise Science and Rehabilitation Program
The Exercise Science and Rehabilitation degree is developed to promote thoughtful students who engage in the science, theory, and practice of enhancing quality of life for individuals. The Exercise Science and Rehabilitation Major is one of a kind bachelor’s degree major with a rehabilitation focus. A component of Minot State University’s vision is to inspire scholarship and creative activity among students, faculty, and staff. This vision provides faculty with the direction to enhance student’s opportunity to become critical thinkers who can communicate effectively. The Minot State University Exercise Science and Rehabilitation Degree’s mission is to provide students with an educational experience that will allow them to pursue exercise science as a field and obtain certification in various National Strength and Conditioning Association certifications and/or American College of Sports Medicine certifications that require a bachelor’s degree. In addition, the degree is designed to provide students with a bachelor’s degree that would provide knowledge and skills in rehabilitation that aligns with professions in coaching, medicine, rehabilitation services and other health professions. This degree can be completed while also taking the coursework in the pre-professional programs. Students course requirements are based on the route the student chooses. Examples of some of the pre-professional programs offered at Minot State University are: Pre-Athletic Training, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Chiropractic Medicine, and Pre-Med.
Requirements for Application for Admission into the Exercise Science and Rehabilitation Major
- A minimum of a 2.5 GPA within the Exercise Science and Rehabilitation major with no core course grade below a “C” required for graduation.
The Minot State University Exercise Science and Rehabilitation major is recognized as a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Education Recognition Program (ERP).
The Minot State University Exercise Science and Rehabilitation major is recognized as a Additional Program Information
- Program Completion Requirements
- Program retention and probation information
- 4 year plans (pdf)
- Inappropriate Dispositions Form (docx)
- ESR Absence from Practicum Exp Form (docx)
- Expenses
- Significant infectious Disease Policy
- Curriculum & Course Descriptions
- Academic Record Tracking Sheet (pdf)
- Practicum Hours Log
- Earn a Certificate
- Minors
- Concentrations
- Clinical Experiences
- Immunization Requirements
- Internships
- Dress Code
- Program Assessment/Evaluation
- Kin Krew
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