Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Sciences
The undergraduate program in Human Development and Family Sciences introduces students to applied developmental sciences. We emphasize human development and family life in different settings, such as neighborhoods and communities. Our dynamic curriculum prepares students for experiences in real settings. Such areas involve human service organizations, education, childcare settings, and government agencies.
Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training
The athletic training degree prepares students for graduate study in athletic training, physical therapy, physician assistant and medicine. It’s ideal for students interested in gaining clinical experience with injury prevention, recognition and immediate care, rehabilitation, health care management and professional development in a sports medicine environment.
Bachelor of Science, Dietetics
Dietetics is one of four undergraduate majors in the Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences. The program offers students a unique introduction to sports and clinical nutrition.
Students majoring in dietetics may earn a DPD (Didactic Program in Dietetics) Verification Statement (which is required to apply for a dietetic internship and registered dietitian exam.) The DPD is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Physiology
Exercise physiology is ideal for students interested in the science of exercise and nutrition, and its impact on the body. The program includes extensive coursework in anatomy, physiology, chemistry, exercise physiology, and metabolism.
The degree prepares students for graduate studies in exercise physiology and post-graduate training programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, chiropractic, physician assistant, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. Students are also prepared for positions as personal trainers and health fitness instructors with hospital-based and corporate fitness programs.
Bachelor of Science, Food and Nutrition Science
This major gives students an in-depth understanding of various scientific aspects of nutrition and food. Students study nutrient functions and requirements, metabolism, food quality and safety, the composition and chemical properties of foods, and changes in foods caused by processing, storage and preparation. Besides studying nutrition, food science, biology and microbiology, majors must take physics and complete extensive coursework in organic and analytical chemistry.