Department Chair
Susan E. MacConnie, Ph.D.
Department of Kinesiology & Recreation Administration
Forbes Complex 101
(707) 826-4538
Humboldt has a state-of-the-art human performance lab plus two gymnasiums, a heated indoor pool, an all-weather track and field, cross-country trails, a fieldhouse, stadium, weight room, and four playing fields. The university offers internship programs for students to develop skills in their areas of study.
High school students should take the college preparatory program plus biology, math, anatomy, and physiology. Participation in intercollegiate sports, physical activities, and a computer course are encouraged.
General Requirements
ZOOL 113 Human Physiology
ZOOL 374 Introduction to Human Anatomy
HED 120 Responding to Emergencies-CPRFPR
KINS 165 Foundations of Kinesiology
KINS 379 Exercise Physiology
KINS 380 Structural Kinesiology
KINS 474Psychology of Sport & Exercise
KINS 483 Evaluation Techniques in Kinesiology
KINS 484 Motor Development/Motor Learning
KINS 492 Senior Seminar in Kinesiology
See Physical Education (Education).
The Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) at Humboldt State University
is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
Program's (CAAHEP), and adheres to educational competencies set forth by
the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA). Successful completion
of this program permits an individual to sit for the Board of Certification
(BOC) examination, in order to become a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC).
Certified Athletic Trainers are unique health care providers who specialize
in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and
illnesses that occur to athletes and the physically active (www.nata.org).
Our Athletic Training Education Program prepares graduates for entry-level
Certified Athletic Trainer positions in high schools, colleges and universities,
clinics, industrial settings and other healthcare facilities. Interested
students are advised to contact the ATEP Director as soon as possible.
Prospective students are required to take the prerequisite courses in the sequence
specified on the Freshman Academic Plan, which may be obtained from the Program
Director. Following completion of all prerequisite courses, students will formally
apply for admission to the Athletic Training Education Program in order to
receive clinical experience. The application process may be competitive due
to the number of clinical experiences available. Cumulative GPA, preadmission
athletic training GPA, observational hours, student's evaluations, and student
interviews, are factors utilized in evaluating student applications for admission
to the Athletic Training Education Program. Application forms with guidelines
and criteria for admission are available from the Program Director.
Students transferring into the Athletic Training Education Program, whether
changing majors or transferring from another college/university are eligible
to complete the same application process as stated above, by following the
Transfer Academic Plan, which may be obtained from the Program Director. Athletic
Training courses from other colleges/universities may be transferred at the
discretion of the Program Director; however, Practicum courses are required
to be completed at Humboldt State University.
Humboldt's Athletic Training Education Program is a rigorous program that places
both academic and physical demands on the students enrolled in the program.
The standards of the program are consistent with the demands of employment
as an entry-level Certified Athletic Trainer. Prospective students must meet
minimum Technical Standards of physical and mental fitness as a condition of
admission to the program. A complete description of the Technical Standards
is available from the Program Director.
Students must complete the following: Kinesiology Core (24 units) + Option
(34 units) = 58 units.
HED 342
Nutrition for Athletic
KINS 210 Athletic Training
Practicum I
KINS 215 Athletic Training
Practicum II
KINS 275 Clinical
Methods in Athletic Training
KINS 276 Techniques in
Athletic Training
KINS 277 Sports Injury
Taping Techniques
KINS
285 Evaluating
Atheletic Injuries I
KINS
286 Evaluating Atheletic Injuries II
KINS 287 Rehabilitation
of Athletic Injuries Lab
KINS 290 Therapeutic
Modalities for Sports Medicine
KINS 340 Athletic
Training Practicum III
KINS 345 Athletic
Training Practicum IV
REC 320 Organization,
Administration, & Facility Planning
Prepare for careers in adult fitness; cardiac rehabilitation; strength and conditioning; corporate, community, and commercial health/fitness programs; and for graduate study in exercise science/exercise physiology. The curriculum also helps to prepare students to sit for recognized professional certification examinations offered by the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Exercise Science: core (24 units) + option (48 units) = 72 units
Four units of activity courses selected in consultation with advisor.
HED 231 Basic Human Nutrition
KINS 425 Strength & Conditioning
KINS 450 Exercise Testing
KINS 455 Exercise Prescription/ Leadership
KINS 482 Internship
in Kinesiology
KINS 495 Directed
Field Experience or
KINS 499 Directed
Study (3 units)
14-15 units from the following:
CHEM 328 Brief
Organic Chemistry
CHEM 438 Introduction
to Biochemistry
HED 342 Nutrition
for Athletic Performance
HED 344 Weight
Control
HED 388 Health-Related Behavior Change
HED 390 Design & Implementation of Health Promotion Programs
HED 392 Community & Population Health
HED 444 Worksite Health Promotion
HED 446 Optimal Bone & Muscle Development
HED 500 Cardiac
Rehabilitation
KINS 276 Techniques
in Athletic Training
KINS 447 Pharmacology & Ergogenic
Aids
REC 210 Recreation
Leadership
REC 220 Leisure
Programming
REC 320 Organization, Administration, & Facility Planning
REC 420 Legal & Financial
Aspects of Recreation
Six units in health/wellness, business management, exercise science, or recreation administration. Advisors have a list of options.
Prepare to enter a master's degree program in physical therapy. The following courses are all prerequisites for most professional programs in physical therapy.
BIOL 105 Principles of Biology
CHEM 109 General Chemistry
CHEM 110 General Chemistry
PHYX 106 College Physics: Mechanics & Heat
PHYX 107 College Physics: Electromagnetism& Modern Physics
PSYC 104 Introduction to Psychology
SOC 104 Introduction to Sociology
STAT 106 Introduction to Statistics for the Health Sciences
CHEM 328 Brief Organic Chemistry
PSYC 438 Dynamics of Abnormal Behavior
Please consult the department chair for current requirements.
Exercise Science
Teaching / Coaching
In addition to Humboldt State University requirements, the Department of Kinesiology and Recreation Administration requires the following criteria be met for admission to the program as a classified graduate student:
A student may be conditionally admitted to the program if:
• The undergraduate degree lacks one or more of the following courses: anatomy, physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning, and sport psychology. These courses must be satisfactorily completed before enrollment in graduate-level courses.
• The GRE scores or GPA are below the required minimum.
Applicants must also submit the names of three references, including contact information, and a statement of intent with their application.
Core: 15 units
Elective courses: 9 units
Culminating experience: 6 units
Total units: 30
All students must complete the following core courses:
KINS 610 Statistics for Kinesiology
KINS 635 Research Methods in Kinesiology
KINS 640 Psychology of Sport & Exercise
KINS 650 Exercise Physiology
KINS 655 Biomechanics
9 units. Elective courses should support the student's area of emphasis:
Exercise Science / Wellness Management
Teaching / Coaching
Courses must be approved by the student's advisor/committee. These courses should be 500-600 level, with allowance for 300-400 level courses on a case-by-case basis.
Graduate assistants who will be teaching during their second year are required to take KINS 615 College Teaching in Kinesiology. Those not designated as graduate assistants may count this course as an elective.
KINS 690 Thesis Writing Seminar
This is required for all graduate options. Successful completion of the degree requires a thesis, a project, or written comprehensive exams. The thesis and project include an oral defense.
This discipline-specific program is designed to better prepare the graduate student interested in a teaching career at the community college or university level. Participation requires completion of, or current enrollment in, the kinesiology master's program.
The certificate consists of five components (at least 12 units), described below. After consulting with your graduate advisor, and under the advisement of the College Faculty Preparation Program coordinator, develop a plan of study tailored to meet your specific timelines and professional goals. The CFPP coordinator and the dean for Research and Graduate Studies must approve each plan of study.
Notation of certificate completion will appear on your official university transcript.
Introduces undergraduate teaching through a practical presentation of the processes and issues involved in kinesiology instruction. Students work with instructors of core courses in kinesiology. At least three units, taken first or second semester of the MS program:
KINS 615 College Teaching in Kinesiology and
KINS 695 Directed Field Experience [1-3 units]
Guidance in the skills and knowledge relevant to teaching in higher education. Three units, taken first or second semester of the MS program:
EDUC 583 Teaching in Higher Education
Certificate requirements #3 & #4 come after completion of #1 (Discipline-Specific Teaching Methods) and after or concurrent with #2 (Higher Education Teaching Methods).
Explore the nature and philosophy of postsecondary institutions and their roles and functions in higher education. One unit, concurrent with the fourth requirement, which follows.
SP 684 Orientation to Higher Education
OR
Guidance in developing a professional teaching portfolio and job-search support
materials. Two units, taken after all previous components have been completed.
SP 685 Instructional Resources for Higher Education