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Academics - Health, Wellness & Recreation
Curriculum
CurriculumThe HPER Department offers undergraduate preparation programs for individuals seeking a career in Health, Wellness, Physical Education and Recreation.
The University of Dubuque is fully accredited by the Iowa Department of Education to offer a preparation program in Physical Education (K-6, 7-12), Health (K-6, 7-12) and Coaching (K-12).
The University of Dubuque also offers preparation for a degree in Health, Wellness & Recreation. As part of the coursework contained within this major is the potential to sit for nationally recognized certifications (i.e. ACSM, ARC, NSCA, CHES).
Information on specific coursework can be found in the present HPER Catalog in the Curriculum section.
The Health, Physical Education & Recreation (HPER) Department offers majors in two tracks (Teaching and Professional) and activity classes.
- Teaching
Physical Education & Health K-6, 7-12
Physical Education K-6, 7-12
Health K-6, 7-12
Coaching K-12 - Professional
Health, Wellness & Recreation
Admission and Retention
Admission to an HPER major occurs when the student declares the major on the Plan of Study after requesting an HPER advisor. To continue study in an HPER major the student must:
- Maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA with a grade of "C" or better in all major coursework in Health, Wellness & Recreation.
- If selecting the Teacher Education track, meet all requirements for admission and retention in Teacher Education.
Required of all options
HEA 100-Community First Aid & CPR-1
Course content leads to American Red Cross (ARC)
certification. Competencies acquired enable students to administer First Aid/CPR.
Offered Every Semester
HEA 200-Advanced Community First Aid & CPR-1
Leads to certification as Instructor of American Red Cross (ARC) course in Community First Aid & CPR. Prerequisite: HEA 100
Offered Every Semester
PED 100-Introduction, History & Principles of HPER-2
A history and introduction to the profession to include current trends and issues, professional preparation and career opportunities, the responsibilities of, and the characteristics associated with, the effective professional. Guiding scientific principles highlighted.
Offered Spring Each Year
PED 200-Human Anatomy & Kinesiology-3
Introduction to basic structure of the human body.
Emphasis is on the attachments of the muscles and
the corresponding actions. Terminology, basic
physics and physiology are studied in relation to
movement.
Offered Spring Each Year
PED 300-Exercise Physiology-3
A study of the physiological bases of physical activity with emphasis given to the special effects of exercise on body function, health-related fitness, nutrition and sports performance.
Prerequisite: PED 200
Offered Fall Each Year
PED 400-Biomechanics-3
The mechanical components of human structural
movement, with emphasis placed on internal and
external forces related to human movement.
Prerequisite: PED 200
Offered Spring Each Year
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The University of Dubuque does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, handicap/disability, or age.
Persons having inquiries may contact the Director of Human Resources, University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001-5099.
Phone 563-589-3000
Best viewed with the latest versions of Internet Explorer or Firefox
Questions and comments regarding this web site should be directed to webeditor@dbq.edu
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