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Practicum in Adult Fitness

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
MoWeFr noon – 12:50p.m.		 University Hall Y04-4100 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
Time
MoWeFr noon – 12:50p.m.
Location
University Hall Y04-4100
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

Description

This course explores the physiological and psychological basis of physical conditioning; body weight control and exercise adherence for apparently health adults. Students will gain practical experience administering fitness tests, designing safe and effective exercise programs and developing effective leadership and communication skills. Students will enhance their competencies in adult fitness programming by serving as instructors, test administrators and fitness counselors. Theories and practices related to exercise physiology and health behavior change will be employed throughout the course.

Prerequisites

EHS 370 (grades of C or higher) EHS Students Only

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/27/2025 - 5/14/2025

Location

University Hall Y04-4100

Enrolled / Capacity

25 / 25

Status

Closed

Instructor

Patricia Simpson

Tuition*

$1984 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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