HHPS 4402 - Fitness Management

Two program/facility fieldwork and hours lecture. Four credit hours.

This course is designed to train students in the theory and skills required for the administration of fitness programs in industry, YMCAs, rehabilitation clinics, and similar facilities. Emphasis will be on standards and guidelines for facility staffing, programming, and equipment. Overview and discussion of organizational structure, client screening, emergency/safety procedures, and legal issues.

Prerequisites: BIOL 1411, BIOL 1412, HHPS 3302 or the equivalents.