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Nov 24, 2024
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2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Exercise Science, B.S.
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Contact:
Dr. Daniel Goble
Associate Professor and Director
dgoble@oakland.edu
Lisa Staudt
Office Assistant
lstaudt@oakland.edu
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Requirements for the B.S. degree with a major in Exercise Science
Students pursuing a degree in Exercise Science must complete a minimum of 123 credits, including the following requirements.
- Meet the university general education requirements (see General Education Requirements). Note that several foundational courses satisfy general education requirements and Exercise Science degree requirements. See courses marked with “*”.
- Complete the foundational courses
- Complete the exercise science core courses
- Complete the pre-physical therapy academic concentration, or electives to meet a minimum of 123 credits. Students are encouraged to complete a minor to contribute to the elective requirements.
Foundational courses for the exercise science degree
Core courses for the exercise science degree
Electives in exercise science to total 4 credits (may include specialization in orthotist and prothetist assistant studies courses; suggested courses EXS 2510 , EXS 2520 , EXS 3520 )
Pre-Physical therapy academic concentration course requirements
Students may choose the pre-physical therapy academic concentration (see below) or complete elective credits to meet a minimum of 123 credits and satisfy university requirements for 3000/4000 level courses.
Required courses:
Specialization in Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies
The Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies (O&P) specialization prepares students for a career as an O&P Assistant. O&P Assistants work in collaboration with clinical Orthotists and Prosthetists, as well as other healthcare providers, to design, fit and modify orthotic and prosthetic devices. They maintain a presence from the first assessment to follow up with the patient, encompassing the design, fabrication and fit of their devices.
Students pursuing a degree in Exercise Science with a Specialization in Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies must complete a minimum of 123 credits.
To earn the specialization, students must meet the requirements outlined below and complete the following courses with a minimum grade of B-.
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