Athletic Training Education Program
     Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
     Athletic Training Education Program     
     Dance Minor (16-19 Hours)

Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation/Department of Social Work
     Human Services Major (36 Hours)
     Human Services Minor (18 Hours)
     Rehabilitation and Social Work Programs
     Communication with the Hearing Impaired Minor (18 Hours)

Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion
     Sport and Fitness Management (45 Hours)
     Recreation Minor (18 Hours)
     Exercise Performance Minor (18 Hours)
     Health and Physical Education Comprehensive Program
     Health Science Minor (18 Hours)
     Physical Education Major

School of Nursing
      Nursing, Associate of Science (ASN) (70 Hours)
      Nursing, Bachelor of Science (BSN)

The College of Health and Human Services was formed in 1994 in order to provide quality education for professional practice in a variety of areas associated with health and human services. The college aspires to the highest standards of educational excellence, blending a professional perspective with a liberal arts and science foundation.

Within the College of Health and Human Services are the School of Nursing, the Department of Human Services, which includes rehabilitation and social work, the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion which includes health and physical education and sport and fitness management majors, and the Department of Athletic Training Education Program.

The college is committed to meeting the challenges of the next decade; hence, it emphasizes quality teaching and values scholarly activity. The college is committed to the development of its students into knowledgeable, caring, responsive and self-directed individuals able to meet the health and human caring needs of a diverse and complex society through change, advocacy and leadership within their communities.

As part of ongoing planning and evaluation, the College of Health and Human Services regularly evaluates student learning outcomes for each degree program.

Athletic Training Education Program

The mission of the undergraduate Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) at Troy University is to provide quality didactic and clinical experiences to entry-level athletic training students through the development and utilization of interactive instructional methods and exposure to a variety of clinical education experiences and allied health professionals.

In 1989, funding for the preliminary development of an ATEP at Troy University was obtained through Alabama Sports Medicine and in-kind gifts. The Athletic Training Education Program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree within the College of Health and Human Services. The Athletic Training Education Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), 2201 Double Creek Drive, Suite 5006, Round Rock, TX 78664. www.caate.net.

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education

The Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education consists of two components: (1) pre-athletic training education courses and (2) Athletic Training Education Program courses (first, second and third year). All students must complete the courses for pre-athletic training education and the Athletic Training Education Program as described in the University catalog. The pre-athletic training education courses must be completed and approved by the ATEP Director before a student is eligible for admission to the Athletic Training Education Program. All students must make formal application to the Athletic Training Education Program and meet all admission requirements. Completion of pre-athletic training education courses does not guarantee admission into the Athletic Training Education Program. Consult with the Program Director of Athletic Training Education Program.

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Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation/Department of Social Work

Human Services Major

The purpose of the human services major is twofold: (1) to prepare the graduate for entry level positions in a myriad of human services delivery systems where specialized training is not required, and (2) to prepare students for graduate education. The curriculum is designed to provide the student with an understanding of human behavior within the context of the social environment, an understanding of social and human service delivery systems, and basic skills in effective communication with client systems and basic skills in the development of intervention strategies to resolve interpersonal and social problems. A three-credit, 120-clock-hour field practicum is required.

Rehabilitation Major
The baccalaureate rehabilitation major is listed on the Registry of Undergraduate Programs by the Council on Rehabilitation Education. The purpose of the undergraduate rehabilitation major is twofold: (1) to prepare graduates for entry level professional rehabilitation positions both in the public and private sectors, and (2) to prepare students for graduate education in general and, in particular, graduate education in rehabilitation. The curriculum is built upon a strong liberal arts base designed to provide the student with an understanding of human behavior within the context of the social environment; an understanding of social service resources and social policy planning and analysis particularly as related to client systems served by rehabilitation professionals; understanding and skills needed to become a consumer of practice research and an ability to evaluate one’s own practice effectiveness; an understanding of rehabilitation theory and issues; skills in the assessment of disability; basic skills in effective communication with client systems; skills in the use of vocational information systems; the development of intervention strategies in human problems; and the development of skills to support action programs for disabled client populations. A 12-credit-hour field practicum is required (minimum of 500 clock hours).

Social Work Major

The social work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Accreditation and program graduates are eligible to sit for social work licensure examination. Social work licensure is required in the state of Alabama for those in the practice of social work. The principle educational objective of the social work program is the preparation of graduates for beginning level generalist social work practice. The curriculum is designed to provide the beginning-level practitioner an ability to apply an eclectic knowledge base guided by professional values; to use a wide range of intervention skills to target any-sized client system (micro to macro levels) while employing a planned change process directed toward client empowerment; to work effectively, under supervision, within social service delivery organizational structures while employing a wide range professional roles. A 12-credit-hour field practicum is required (minimum of 500 clock hours).

Human Services Minor

A minor in human services is offered to students who desire basic understanding of the human services delivery system.

Communication with the Hearing Impaired Minor

A minor in communication with the hearing impaired is offered to students who desire to acquire introductory skills in American Sign Language. Signing skills are useful for personal growth, to expand one’s communication ability beyond verbal and auditory boundaries, and to extend the educated person’s effectiveness in both social and professional contexts.

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Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion

One of the oldest departments on campus, Kinesiology and Health Promotion consists of two undergraduate degree options (teaching and non-teaching) and boasts more than 250 majors in the department. The department offers scientifically based programs for students who want to work with people, enjoy activity, and gain satisfaction in enhancing the quality of life of others. The curricular emphasis is on the professional preparation of students for careers in teaching, athletic administration, recreation management, fitness, health and sport club management. High schools and colleges, professional and recreational sports agencies and arenas,hospitals, rehabilitation centers, city parks and recreation, state and national parks, commercial agencies, health clubs and fitness centers are among the many organizations where our students find employment after graduation.

The purpose of the Physical Education (P-12) and Comprehensive Health (6-12) and Physical Education (P-12) degree programs is to provide a comprehensive teacher education program and teacher certification in either health and physical education, or physical education. The course of study focuses on the study of human movement as it relates to the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domain of teaching and learning, as well as the facets related to health and physical education.

The Sport and Fitness Management Program at Troy University is committed to providing students with the highest quality educational experiences so that they will be prepared to meet the many demands and challenges of sport and fitness management in the 21st century. The purpose of the Sport and Fitness Management degree program is to provide students seeking an interdisciplinary approach to the fields of sport/exercise, marketing, and management with business, management, and administrative skills from a sport/fitness perspective. Within Sport and Fitness Management students will choose to concentrate in sport management, recreation management, exercise performance, health promotion, or athletics. The program prepares the student for careers in managerial positions in the above-listed professional areas.

School of Nursing

The School of Nursing programs are designed to develop expertise necessary for the practice of nursing in a complex, changing health care system. Faculty are well qualified, and programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006, phone 800-669-1656, ext. 153) and approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing. Traditional and mobility options are offered at the associate (ASN), baccalaureate (BSN) and master’s (MSN) levels. For information, visit http://spectrum.troy.edu/ ~nursing.

Students are accepted for admission to the ASN (Montgomery campus) and BSN (Troy campus) programs in the spring and fall semesters. The ASN degree may be completed in five semesters. Licensed practical nurses may receive advanced placement in the ASN Program. The BSN degree may be completed in four years. Registered nurses may receive advanced placement in the online RN-BSN/MSN track of the BSN Program. For information related to progression from RN-BSN/MSN track to the Clinical Nurse Specialist, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Nursing Informatics Specialist tracks in the MSN Program, consult the Graduate Catalog. Admission to the School of Nursing is selective, based on established criteria for each program.

All students must maintain current CPR certification, professional liability insurance and proof of annual physical examination when enrolled in clinical nursing courses. Professional liability insurance must be purchased through the School of Nursing. Students are responsible for their own medical care if needed in the clinical setting and must have health insurance. Students must abide by Centers for Disease Control, HIPPA, and OSHA guidelines. Students must present titer reports for Hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella zoster. Drug screening and criminal background information are required before students may attend clinical course practicums. Standardized achievement tests are required at various points in the undergraduate programs of learning.

Students in the School of Nursing must comply with legal, moral and legislative standards in accordance with the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code. A student may be denied permission to write the licensing examination to become a registered nurse (RN) if he/she has been convicted of a felony.

Challenge examinations are available for various courses for students who meet the eligibility criteria. No nursing course may be audited before it is taken for credit.

Many nursing courses have additional laboratory fees. These fees are printed in the schedule of classes.

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Specialized General Studies Requirements

This degree has special general studies requirements. Students should see the ATEP program adviser along with this catalog.

Admission to the ATEP, Application and Selection Process and Requirements:

Requirements for admission to the Athletic Training Education Program:

1. Student applicants must be enrolled at Troy University one year prior to application into the Athletic Training Education Program.
2. Student applicants must have and maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 in all athletic training core courses.
3. All student applicants applying for the Athletic Training Education Program must have completed AT 1101, BIO 1100, L100, MTH 1112, CHM 1142 and L142 with a GPA of 3.0 or better.
4. All applications, along with three letters of recommendation, must be submitted to the Program Director of Athletic Training Education no later than the first week of August prior to the first year enrolled in the program.
5. Student applicants must have completed a minimum of 40 hours of observation documented in the Troy University Athletic Training Room prior to being considered for admissions into the Athletic Education Training Program.
6. All students must meet with the Athletic Training Education Program Board of Admissions prior to being admitted into the Athletic Training Education Program.
7. All transfer student applicants must meet with the Program Director of Athletic Training Education and have completed the equivalent to BIO 1100, L100, MTH 1112, CHM 1142, L142, and AT 1101 with a GPA of 3.0 prior to admission into the Athletic Training Education Program.
8. Transfer students must meet these requirements, submit an application, three letters of recommendation, observe 40 hours in the Troy University Athletic Training Room, and meet with the Athletic Training Education Program Board of Admissions no later than the first week of August prior to the first year of enrollment in the Athletic Training Education Program.

Progression in the Athletic Training Education Program:

1. Students are accepted into the Athletic Training Education Program in the fall semester (first year).
2. Admission to the Athletic Training Education Program is selective. Enrollment is limited due to the availability of resources.
3. Students are required to maintain 3.0 overall GPA and a 3.0 GPA in all Athletic Training Education Program core courses.
4. All students must maintain current CPRO certification, professional liability insurance and proof of annual physical examination when enrolled in Athletic Training Education Program clinical courses. Professional liability insurance must be purchased through Department of Athletic Training Education. Students are responsible for their own medical care if needed in the clinical education settings. Achievement tests are required at various points in the clinical education experiences. Students must abide by the Centers for Disease Control and OSHA guidelines. Students must present titers reports for Hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella and varicella zoster.
5. Because of the costs of the Athletic Training Education Program, students are responsible for essential items of personal equipment, uniforms, Hepatitis B Vaccine Series, a titer review, liability insurance cost, and travel.
6. Each student accepted into the Athletic Training Education Program must submit a letter stating that he/she accepts the invitation and responsibility connected with the Athletic Training Education Program.

Academic Probation Policy

Students must meet the following minimum standards for scholarships:
     − maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on all work attempted
     − maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on all work attempted in the program core         curriculum
     − earn a grade no lower than C in all program courses

Probation

Once the student’s cumulative GPA has fallen below 3.0 in the program core curriculum, the ATEP Director will place this student on academic probation. Access to clinical experiences will be denied. As a result of lack of clinical access, the student will be required to choose one of two options: (1) sit out the academic sequence for one academic year or (2) leave the ATEP. If the student does not improve his/her cumulative GPA to a 3.0 in the program core curriculum during the probationary period, he/she will be released from the ATEP.

Athletic Training Education Program Technical Standards for Admissions.

The Athletic Training Educational Program at Troy University is a rigorous and intense program that places specific requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. An objective of this program is to prepare graduates to enter a variety of employment settings and to render care to a wide spectrum of individuals engaged in physical activity. The technical standards set forth by the Athletic Training Educational Program establish the essential qualities considered necessary for students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills and competencies of an entry-level athletic trainer, as well as meet the expectations of the program’s accrediting agency (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education [CAATE]). The following abilities and expectations must be met by all students admitted to the Athletic Training Educational Program. In the event a student is unable to fulfill these technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodation, the student will not be admitted into the program.

Compliance with the program’s technical standards does not guarantee a student’s eligibility for the NATABOC certification exam.

Candidates for selection to the Athletic Training Educational Program must demonstrate the following:

1. The mental capacity to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, integrate concepts and problem solve to formulate assessment and therapeutic judgments and to be able to distinguish deviations from the norm.
2. Sufficient postural and neuromuscular control, sensory function and coordination to perform appropriate physical examinations using accepted techniques, and to accurately, safely and efficiently use equipment and materials during the assessment and treatment of patients.
3. The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and colleagues, including individuals from different cultural and social backgrounds. This includes, but is not limited to, the ability to establish rapport with patients and communicate judgments and treatment information effectively. Students must be able to understand and speak English at a level consistent with competent professional practice.
4. The ability to record the physical examination results and a treatment plan clearly and accurately.
5. The capacity to maintain composure and continue to function well during periods of high stress.
6. The perseverance, diligence and commitment to complete the athletic training education program as outlined and sequenced.
7. Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in clinical situations.
8. Affective skills and appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to professional education and quality patient care.

Candidates for selection to the athletic training education program will be required to verify that they understand and meet these technical standards or that they believe that, with certain accommodations, they can meet the standards.

The Troy University Department of Athletic Training Education will evaluate a student who states that he/she could meet the programs technical standards with accommodation and confirm that the stated condition qualifies as a disability under applicable laws.

If a student states that he/she can meet the technical standards with accommodation, then the University will determine whether it agrees that the student can meet the technical standards with reasonable accommodation. This determination includes a review of whether the accommodations requested are reasonable, taking into account whether accommodation would jeopardize clinician/patient safety or the educational process of the student or the institution, including all coursework, clinical experiences and internships deemed essential to graduation.

Athletic Training Education Program Educational Goals and Objectives

1. To prepare the student to become competent in the various domains of athletic training education such as prevention, recognition, evaluation and assessment, immediate care, treatment rehabilitation and reconditioning, organization and administration, and professional development and responsibility
2. To provide the student with a quality and diverse athletic training clinical experience
3. To prepare the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal athletic care in an allied health setting
4. To provide the student with optimal skills and education necessary to become a competent and reliable certified athletic trainer
5. To prepare the student with the necessary skills to network, obtain employment, or further pursue his/her education goals

Course Requirements

The course work involves a six-semester sequence beginning with the fall semester of admission into the program. This sequence is developed as a progression designed to incorporate all domains and objectives outlined in the competencies in athletic training education, culminating in AT 4402, which is taken the sixth semester of program enrollment.

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COMMUNICATION WITH THE HEARING IMPAIRED MINOR (18 HOURS)

DANCE MINOR (16-19 HOURS)

EXERCISE PERFORMANCE MINOR (18 HOURS)

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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM

For professional studies information, see the College of Education chapter of this catalog.

NOTE: Students seeking Alabama teacher certification in health and physical education should select education as a second major. Students should consult with their advisers concerning all certification requirements.

Specialized general studies requirements

HEALTH SCIENCE MINOR (18 HOURS)

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HUMAN SERVICES MAJOR (36 HOURS)

HUMAN SERVICES MINOR (18 HOURS)

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NURSING, ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (ASN) (70 HOURS)

Admission

For admission to the nursing program, the student must

1. file a completed application with the application fee;
2. submit completed Student Medical History Record form;
3. be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) and submit official transcripts;
4. have official transcripts from all colleges attended submitted directly from the institution of attendance;
5. earn a required score of 40 on the National League for Nursing Pre-Admission Exam or ACT score of 19 or SAT equivalent (A bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited university will exempt a student from the prenursing test requirement). If student is seeking acceptance into the LPN-RN advanced placement track, LPN must score at least 70 on the NLN ACE I exam, in lieu of other tests.
6. have an overall GPA of at least 2.0 on 4.0 scale for all college work attempted (For additional information contact the office of Admission and Records at the School of Nursing, Montgomery campus.);
7. present evidence of current Alabama Licensed Practical Nurse licensure if the student is entering the LPN-ASN advanced placement track, as well as documentation showing one year of LPN work experience during the past three years unless graduation occurred within the past calendar year; and
8. be able to achieve certain core performance standards required by the duties of the nursing profession.

NOTE: If a student is attempting to transfer credit for nursing courses from another school of nursing (which must be NLNAC accredited), a letter from the dean/director of that school must be submitted stating that the student was eligible for continuation in the nursing program. If the student was not eligible for continuation in the program, the student must take all required Troy University ASN nursing courses (i.e., no nursing courses will be transferred).

Progression

1. Student must maintain an overall Troy University GPA of at least 2.0 on 4.0 scale while enrolled in nursing courses.
2. Student must earn a grade of C or better in each required course.
3. A student will be able to repeat a nursing course only one time to achieve a grade of C or better .
4. A grade of D or F in more than nine semester hours of nursing courses will result in automatic dismissal from the ASN Program. These nine hours also include nutrition (NSG 2213 or 2204.)
5. Student must make 85% or higher on a dosage and solutions calculation examination in NSG 1151 to progress in the program.
6. Student must complete the program within four years from the date of enrollment in the first clinical nursing course.
7. Out-of-sequence students must obtain approval of the Admission and Progression Committee to register for nursing courses. Re-enrollment in a nursing course will depend on space availability.
   

Degree

Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the student is awarded the Associate of Science in Nursing degree and may then apply to the Board of Nursing to write the licensing examination to become a registered nurse (RN).

Location

The ASN program is located at 340 Montgomery Street, Montgomery, AL, 36104. The clinical facilities used for student learning experiences are located within an approximate 50-mile radius of Montgomery. Students are responsible for their transportation.

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ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM IN NURSING (70 Hours)
(ASN Degree)

Select three hours of electives in fine arts, humanities, or social sciences.

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) may qualify for advanced placement through validation of prior knowledge. For information contact the Admission Office, ASN Program, Montgomery, AL. (334-834-2320)

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NURSING, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSN)

Admission

For admission to the BSN program, students must

1. have an overall GPA of at least 2.5 on 4.0 scale.
2. file written application with the School of Nursing. Consult academic adviser or director of the BSN program. Deadlines for receipt of BSN applications are April 15 for fall semester and October 15 for spring semester. Registered Nurse students enrolling in the RN-BSN/MSN track should contact the BSN Program Director for admission times.
3. have successfully completed general studies courses. A grade of C or above is required in many of these courses. For additional information, contact the office of the BSN Program Director or visit the School of Nursing web site: http://spectrum.troy.edu/~nursing/.
4. have a current, unencumbered RN license in state of clinical practice if student is entering the RN-BSN/MSN course sequence.
5. be able to achieve certain core performance standards required by the duties of the nursing profession.
6. If transferring from another school of nursing, submit a letter from the dean/department chair of that school stating that the student was eligible for continuation in the school. Students transferring from another school of nursing who are not or were not eligible to continue in the nursing program in which they are/were enrolled are not eligible for admission to Troy University’s BSN program unless they first complete an accredited associate degree program and are registered nurses.

Progression

1. Students are required to have an overall GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for enrollment in the Clinical Nursing Sequence.
2. Students are required to make a grade of C or better in each nursing course.
3. Students may repeat only one 3300-4400 level nursing course required in the BSN clinical nursing sequence; therefore, a second D or F in any 3300-4400 level nursing course will result in automatic dismissal from the program.
4. Students who are planning to apply, or have applied but have not yet begun, the BSN Clinical Nursing Sequence may repeat only one 3300-4400 level nursing course from the required courses in the clinical nursing sequence; thereafter, a D or F in a 3300-4400 level nursing course will automatically disqualify the student from entering the BSN Clinical Nursing Sequence.
5. Students who drop or fail a theory or clinical course with a co-requisite component must drop the co-requisite course.
6. Satisfactory performance on an exit exam is required for graduation. (Note: Exit exam is not required for students in the RN-BSN/MSN track.)

Additional policies related to the BSN program may be found on the School of Nursing web site. Enrollment may be limited based on available resources.

Degree

Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the student is awarded the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and may then apply to the Board of Nursing to write the licensing examination to become a registered nurse (RN).

Locations

The clinical facilities used for student learning experiences in the BSN generic track are located in Troy and surrounding communities. Students are responsible for transportation and the cost of meals. Students who buy university meal plans may arrange for a sack lunch. For child health nursing, students may be assigned to learning experiences in Birmingham, Alabama.

The clinical facilities used for students in the RN-BSN/MSN track are located in Troy, Montgomery and Phenix City, Ala., and in Norfolk, Va. and surrounding communities.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Specialized general studies requirements

(See the general studies section of this catalog for additional information.)

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJOR

For professional studies information, see the College of Education section of this catalog.

NOTE: Students seeking Alabama Teacher certification in physical education should select education as a second major. Students should consult with their advisers concerning all certification requirements.

RECREATION MINOR (18 HOURS)

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REHABILITATION AND SOCIAL WORK PROGRAMS

Specialized General Studies Requirements

Students will complete the general studies requirements as outlined in the general studies section of this catalog with the following exception. In the history, social, and behavioral sciences block, rehabilitation and social work students must choose the two social/behavioral science electives from ANT 2200, ECO 2251, POL 2241, PSY 2200, and SOC 2275.

Admission to the professional social work curriculum

Students must be admitted to the professional social work curriculum in order to enroll in advanced social work courses, beginning with SWK 3390. Students are encouraged to declare social work as a major during the freshman or sophomore year in order to ensure that they will meet the requirements for admission in a timely manner. Otherwise, the student may be out of sequence in meeting program requirements. Admission to the professional social work curriculum is usually accomplished during the first semester of the junior year concurrent with enrollment in SWK 2250, which precedes enrollment in SWK 3390 the following semester. To be eligible to apply for admission, each social work major must (1) have a minimum GPA of 2.25 (on a 4 point scale) in all college courses attempted and have completed a minimum of 30 semester hours, and (2) have completed ENG 1101 and 1102 or ENG 1103 and 1104, SPH 2241 or 2243, HS 2230, HS 3370, and SWK 2250, 2280 and HS 3310 (or be currently enrolled) with a grade of C or better. Procedures for applying for admission to the professional social work curriculum are outlined in the student manual which may be obtained from the Department of Social Work.

Progression:

a. Students are required to make a grade of C or better in each of the required departmental core and professional curriculum courses (all HS, RHB, and SWK prefixed courses.)

b. Students may repeat only one 3000-4000 level departmental course; thereafter, a D or F in any 3000-4000 level departmental required course will result in automatic dismissal from the social work program.

c. A student remains in good standing by maintaining, at a minimum, a 2.0 GPA in all course work taken and a 2.0 GPA in all required departmental and professional courses.

Pre-professional requirement:

Departmental Core for Rehabilitation and Social Work Majors (29 Hours)

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SPORT AND FITNESS MANAGEMENT MAJOR (45 HOURS)

Sport and fitness management majors must earn a grade of “C” or better in all major courses for credit toward graduation.

All sport and fitness management majors must present proof of professional liability insurance in order to enroll in KHP 4490. Professional liability insurance may be purchased through the College of Health and Human Services. Professional liability insurance must be maintained in force through the completion of the internship.

Specialized General Studies Requirements

See the general studies section of this catalog for additional course information.