Course Description for Clinical Exercise Physiology

Prerequisites: HSC 4612, HSC 4615L, PET 3080 This course involves the study of how exercise is utilized as an intervention in the prevention and treatment of chronic disease. The physiology of medications typically prescribed in chronic disease will be addressed as well as their exercise interactions. The knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAS) that help prepare students for American College Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification as an exercise specialist will be introduced.(A laboratory fee of $12.00 will be assessed.)