Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion (EFHP)

Related Catalog Entry: Graduate School of Education / Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources

Related Mason Website: Graduate School of Education (http://gse.gmu.edu/), Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources (http://www.gmu.edu/departments/human/)

Prerequisite to all courses: Graduate standing and/or permission of instructor.

500 Workshop in Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion (1-3:0:0). Concentrated full-time workshops, weekend seminars, and workshops dealing with selected topics in exercise, fitness, and health promotion. May be repeated. No more than six credits may be applied for degree credit.

522 Anatomy for the Athletic Trainer: Structure and Function of the Neuromuscular and Musculoskeletal Systems (3:2:1). Prerequisites: BIOL 124, 125 (or their equivalents), and permission of instructor. Familiarity and proficiency in the anatomy of the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems of the body, which relate directly to sports related injuries. At course completion, the student will be fully informed regarding the anatomy competencies as outlined in the National Athletic Trainers Association Competencies in Athletic Training.

524 Physiology for the Athletic Trainer Including the Pharmacology of Sports Injuries (3:2:1). Prerequisites: BIOL 124, 125 (or their equivalents) and permission of instructor. Familiarity and proficiency in the physiology, pharmacology, and rehabilitation of sports injuries. At course completion, the student will be fully informed regarding the physiology competencies as outlined in the National Athletic Trainers Association Competencies in Athletic Training.

526 Athletic Training Perspectives: Evaluation and Prevention of Sports Injuries (3:2:1). Prerequisites: BIOL, 125 (or their equivalents) and permission of instructor. It is recommended that this course be taken concurrently with EFHP 522. Familiarity and proficiency in the assessment and physical examination of sports-related injuries. At course completion, the student will be fully informed regarding the assessment-related competencies as outlined in the National Athletic Trainers Association Competencies in Athletic Training.

528 Athletic Training Perspectives: Treatment and Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries (3:2:1). Prerequisites: BIOL 124, 125 (or their equivalents); EFHP 526; and permission of instructor. Familiarity and proficiency in the assessment and intervention of the neuromusculoskeletal system and other systems of the body that relate directly to sports-related injuries. At course completion, the student will be fully informed regarding the assessment and intervention competencies as outlined in the National Athletic Trainers Association Competencies in Athletic Training.

598 Special Topics (1-6:0:0). Projects related to exercise, fitness, and/or health promotion. May be repeated with no more than six credits earned.

599 Independent Study in Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion (1-3:0:0). Study of a problem area in exercise, fitness, and health promotion research, theory, or practice under the direction of faculty. May be repeated. No more than three credits may be earned.

606 Foundations of Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion (3:3:0). Provides students with insights into the historical and philosophical foundations that guide the exercise, fitness, and health promotion professions. Through assigned readings, group exercises, individual research, and class discussion, students explore the disciplines, professions, and associated philosophical trends and issues that have developed around exercise, fitness, and health promotion.

610 Advanced Exercise Physiology (3:3:0). Lecture, demonstration, and seminar experiences in the application of research findings to the understanding of physiological function and the effects of exercise on people.

611 Fitness Assessment: Theory and Practice (3:2:2). Familiarity and proficiency with the methods and instrumentation used in assessing individual fitness and establishing a base for exercise and other lifestyle alternatives to improve fitness.

614 Advanced Exercise Nutrition (3:3:0). Advanced study of nutritions relation to physical activity, exercise, and sports. Reviews biochemical and explores physiological and behavioral aspects of nutrition in promoting health, fitness, and sports performance. Focuses on nutrient needs during life cycle stages.

615 Epidemiology and Environmental Health (3:3:0). Principles, methods, and application of epidemiology. Reviews the behavioral, psychological, social, and environmental risks to disease distribution. Focuses on lifestyle, exercise patterns, and environmental factors to health and disease conditions.

618 Exercise and Sport Psychology (3:3:0). Psychological and social-psychological antecedents and consequences of exercise, physical activity, and sports participation. Theory and research on personality, motivation, arousal, cognition, attributions, attitudes, self-efficacy, leadership effectiveness, and group dynamics are emphasized.

621 Elements of Statistical Reasoning (3:3:0). Introduction to practical and applied aspects of both descriptive and inferential statistics in exercise science and health.

623 Research Design and Statistical Reasoning (3:3:0). Introduction to the techniques of research and the methods of data analysis employed in the fields of exercise, fitness, and health promotion.

630 Exercise, Health, and Fitness Program Development (3:3:0). Exercise and health program development related to fitness and health of adult populations. Three to six hours of field experience.

660 Management of Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion Organizations (3:3:0). Advanced study in management and administration of organizations dedicated to human development and improvement of quality of life. Application of theories and practices of management and behavioral sciences, fiscal management, marketing, and evaluation research.

670 Analysis of Teaching in Physical Education (3:3:0). Qualitative and quantitative research methods are presented for studying teacher and student behaviors in the physical education setting and for engaging the teacher as researcher. Teaching strategies are revisited, action research projects are developed, and current education reform movements are examined.

680 Ethical Issues in Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion (3:3:0). Formulation of a coherent framework for ascertaining the good, right, and just, and for assessing evidence and reason underlying positions and arguments. Examination of current ethical issues in exercise, fitness, and health promotion.

799 Thesis (1-6:0:0). Exploration of an exercise, fitness, and health promotion problem using appropriate research methodology under supervision of graduate faculty member(s).

802 Readings for the Doctor of Arts in Community College Education (3-9:0:0). Prerequisite: Admission to the Doctor of Arts program in the National Center for Community College Education with a physical education specialty. Intensive reading in recent scholarship in physical education and related fields. Students must propose a reading list, which must be approved by their faculty advisor, and use the list to prepare a literature review that is potentially publishable.