Bachelor's Degree in Integrative Human Health
Concentration: Kinesiology (BS)
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Kinesiology Concentration Overview
At Purdue University Northwest, our kinesiology concentration will help you turn your passion for movement into a meaningful career. You’ll learn how to improve people’s health, fitness and performance—whether through exercise, rehabilitation or wellness programs.
Part of PNW’s integrative human health degree program, our kinesiology concentration prepares you for professional certifications, such as those from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), and gives you a strong foundation for careers in fitness or for continuing your education in graduate or professional programs.
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Students with a Kinesiology Concentration pursue careers such as strength and conditioning, coaching, physical and health education and development and marketing of medical, fitness and sports-related equipment.
Many students continue onto graduate and professional programs including athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, clinical exercise physiology and sports and exercise psychology.
Learn About the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center
Kinesiology Curriculum
The kinesiology concentration plan of study is modeled in accordance with the American Kinesiology Association “Core Curriculum” recommendations and closely resembles the curricula of several highly ranked kinesiology programs. This includes subjects such as biomechanics, motor learning and development, exercise physiology, sport and exercise psychology and sport nutrition.
Our first-year experience class introduces students to career paths within allied health and on-campus resources to improve success.
Sample Courses
- CHM 11500 – General Chemistry
- MA 15300 – College Algebra
- ENGL 10400 – English Composition I
In your second year, you will complete the anatomy and physiology course sequence as well as courses such as medical terminology and essentials of nutrition.
Sample Courses
- COM 11400 – Fundamentals Of Speech Communication
- PHIL 11100 – Ethics
- HST 35200 – Human Lifespan Development
In your third year, you will complete courses such as exercise physiology and nutrition for health and fitness and have the opportunity to gain practicum experience.
Sample Courses
- STAT 31000 – Health Care Statistics
- HST 20000 – Medical Terminology
- HST 22100 – Introduction To Pharmacology
Courses include biomechanics, occupational safety, health communication and electives such as exercise testing and prescription and exercise psychology.
Sample Courses
- HST 30500 – Occupational Safety & Health
Kinesiology Highlights
The kinesiology concentration coursework is taught by faculty with expertise in exercise physiology, exercise psychology, public health, kinesiology and athletic training. Our program provides small class sizes with hands-on training using cutting edge teaching and research equipment.
Kinesiology Outcomes
Our students gain in-depth experiential learning, practical experiences and extensive opportunities for research and outreach. We are recognized through the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise is Medicine® – On Campus Silver Level campus, which provides additional opportunities for our students to promote exercise as a vital sign.
Kinesiology Career Paths
Career paths include:
- Athletic trainer
- Physical therapist
- Wellness coordinator
Kinesiology Beyond the Classroom
- Exercise is Medicine® – On Campus (Physical Activity Promotion)
- Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center (Research Opportunities)
- Tri Alpha Honor Society at PNW
Kinesiology Employers
Our graduates have successful careers at:
- Powers Health
- Indiana University Health
- Athletico Physical Therapy
Kinesiology Scholarships
In addition to other financial aid, you can manage the cost of a kinesiology concentration with scholarships, such as:
- College of Engineering, Math and Science Scholarship
- Dr. Nils K. Nelson Memorial Scholarship
- Purdue Northwest Legacy Scholarship
Faculty and Staff
John J. Durocher, Ph.D., ACSM-EP, CSCS
Nils K. Nelson Endowed Professor of Integrative Human Health
Durocher focuses on teaching, research and service in biological sciences, health sciences and integrative human health. He is also the director of the multidisciplinary Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center.
Assistant Professor of Integrative Human Health
Matt is a Kinesiologist who specializes in Exercise and Health Psychology, with a particular focus on the behaviors of children and adolescents. As a PNW faculty member, he focuses on teaching, research, and service in the Integrative Human Health program.
Assistant Professor of Practice
Hassan Naji focuses on teaching biological and integrative human health courses. Naji believes in getting back to the community through volunteer work to area schools and career centers.
Earn a Concentration in Kinesiology at PNW
Purdue University Northwest’s kinesiology concentration will prepare you for a career in health, fitness and human performance or for graduate and professional studies!
Explore how a bachelor’s degree in integrative human health with a concentration in kinesiology from PNW can open doors to careers in occupational therapy, physical therapy, the wellness and fitness industry and many others. Take the next step today!
