When you major in Fitness and Wellness, you’ll gain an in-depth knowledge of movement, physical activity programming, and nutrition. You’ll work with real clients and build your knowledge through projects and internships. This program is also perfect for students who wish to pursue a minor or even another major, as there are ample electives built in so students can shape their program to meet their future professional goals.
Graduates from this program are prepared for a variety of ACE Certifications and can establish meaningful careers in clinics, health and fitness clubs, community centers, nursing homes, hospitals, sports organizations, and corporate settings. They are prepared to change lives through their jobs as personal trainers, health coaches, and fitness directors.
Program Goals
The goals of the Lander University Fitness and Wellness Major prepare students to be able to:
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Note: The information below provides convenient links to some of the courses required for this degree; however, it should not be used as a course registration guide. Please refer to the official Lander University Academic Catalog for the most accurate and up-to-date program requirements.
| GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS1 | CREDIT HOURS |
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| A. Core Skills |
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| ENGL 101 | Writing and Inquiry I | 3 | |
| ENGL 102 | Writing and Inquiry II | 3 | |
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Approved Mathematics |
3 | ||
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B. Humanities and Fine Arts |
6 | ||
| C. Behavioral and Social Perspectives (6 hours selected from 2 different disciplines) |
6 | ||
| D. Scientific and Mathematical Reasoning | |||
| MATH 211 | Statistical Methods I | 3 | |
| Approved Lab Science | 4 | ||
| E. Founding Documents of the United States | |||
| HIST 111R2 | United States History to 1877 OR HIST 112R2 United States History since 1877 OR POLS 101R2 American National Government |
3 | |
| F. World Cultures | 3 | ||
| G. LINK 101 | 1 | ||
| Total General Education Requirements | 35 | ||
1 For approved courses see the General Education section
2 If you already have credit for HIST 111, do not take HIST 111R; if you already have credit for HIST 112, do not take HIST 112R; if you already have credit for POLS 101, do not take POLS 101R
| MAJOR PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS | CREDIT HOURS |
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| PEES 175 | Wellness for Life | 2 |
| PEES 210 | Anatomy and Physiology of Human Movement OR PEES 219 Historical and Philosophical Principles of Physical Education & Exercise Science |
4/3 |
| PEES 308 | Organization & Administration of Exercise-Related Professions | 3 |
| PEES 311 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
| PEES 326 | Nutrition for Health and Performance OR PUBH 236 Nutrition |
3 |
| PEES 405 | Fitness Assessment and Programming | 3 |
| PEES 490 | Internship I | 3 |
| PEES 491 | Internship II | 3 |
| MAJOR PROGRAM ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS | CREDIT HOURS |
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| PEES 144 | Beginning Weight Training | 1 |
| PEES 100-level Sports/Fitness | 1 | |
| PEES 100-level Sports/Fitness | 1 | |
| PEES 100-level Sports/Fitness | 1 | |
| PEES 100-level Sports/Fitness | 1 | |
| PEES 199 | Adult CPR & First Aid | 2 |
| PEES 202 | Personal Health and Health Promotion | 3 |
| PEES 283 | Introduction to Exercise Science | 1 |
| PEES 300 | Theories of Coaching OR PEES 424 Sports Psychology |
3 |
| PEES 402 | Principles of Strength and Conditioning | 3 |
| PEES 499 | Professional Concerns Seminar | 1 |
| Total Major Program Requirements | 46 | |
| Additional Electives | 39 | |
| TOTAL FOR BS DEGREE | 120 | |