The School of Allied Health provides quality educational degree programs for students interested in careers in the diverse field of Exercise Physiology, Nutrition or Athletic Training, or teaching careers in Physical Education.
The School of Allied Health (SAH) is committed to providing outstanding educational opportunities for our students. Discovering and disseminating knowledge related to physical activity, pedagogy, nutrition and human movement science is the foundational basis of our department. We believe our dynamic field of study benefits the larger society by bringing awareness to the relationship between human health and human movement science. The completion of one of our degree programs provides professional preparation for careers in the allied health fields (e.g. Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Athletic Training, Physician Assistant, Registered Dietitian), fitness related industries, teaching and coaching, hospital/clinical programs, along with a host of other potential opportunities. Further, our program currently enjoys an acceptance rate much higher than the national average for those students wishing to enter one of the graduate health professions as well as an exceptional pass rate in the nationally accredited programs of Physical Education and Athletic training.
SAH has multiple academic programs that will surely fit the bill for your desire in a career in the human movement sciences. The Department currently offers several undergraduate degree options, all as a Bachelor of Science (BS). These are Exercise Physiology, Interprofessional Health Sciences, Nutrition, Physical Education, and Sports Coaching, each specifically tailored to give students both the scientific fundamentals and real world experience to be a successful graduate. We also house Masters programs in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, and Physical Education.
If you are passionate about athletics, health and wellness, and want to help others lead a healthy lifestyle, becoming a physical education teacher can help you achieve your goals. A physical education degree from Troy University equips you to teach PE at all grade levels and make a positive impact on students of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Upon completing the program, you'll be prepared to apply for teaching certification in Alabama.
Prepare for a rewarding career helping others achieve optimal health and performance in Troy University's Master of Science in Kinesiology with one of three concentrations. In our respected program, you'll gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in kinesiology and one of the following: Applied Physiology, Coaching or Sport Psychology. You'll work in state-of-the-art labs, learn from expert faculty mentors and have opportunities for graduate assistantships in teaching, research or lab work. As part of your master's degree, you'll also choose between a research-focused thesis track or an experiential, non-thesis internship track, depending on your career goals.
The goal of the School of Allied Health's Exercise Physiology Program is to prepare competent entry-level Exercise Science professionals in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains, in order for them to succeed in entry-level positions, graduate schools, and certifications.
B.S. Exercise Physiology
The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition prepares students for entry into the workforce as public health nutritionists, foodservice management and related industries, corporate wellness jobs, food safety, or two-year graduate degree programs to earn the Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
B.S. Nutrition
Do you have a love for the game and a desire to build strong teams and athletes? If so, a bachelor's degree in sports coaching from Troy University is right for you. In our program, you'll gain specialized knowledge and field experience in all the areas you need to be an effective coach, from nutrition to sport-specific topics.
B.S. Sports Coaching
The MSAT Program mission is committed to provide students with evidence-based didactic, clinical, and research experiences that foster leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills. Our goal is to produce practitioners who are knowledgeable, caring, responsive and self-directed individuals, and who will enrich the profession and their communities through advocacy and leadership.
M.S. Athletic Training
Located in Jones Hall, the Kinesiology Labs at Troy University offer a cutting-edge environment for exploring the science of human movement, performance, and wellness. These labs are equipped with advanced technology for biomechanics, exercise physiology, and motor behavior research, giving students and faculty the tools to analyze physical activity and improve health outcomes.
It is our mission to provide our students with knowledge and applications in their content area of choice while promoting life-long learning and exploration of knowledge that enhances their lives and makes them marketable for meaningful employment. We do this by:
The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving the public and profession by establishing and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards that facilitate quality outcomes, continuous improvement, innovation and diversity to enhance athletic training education.
The American Kinesiology Association promotes and enhances kinesiology as a unified field of study and advances its many applications. AKA does this by advocating for kinesiology at national and international levels as well as by supporting its member departments by providing resource materials and leadership and educational opportunities for university administrators in kinesiology.
The USCCE is a national non-profit organization dedicated to elevating and enhancing the professions of sport coaching, coach education and coach development.
The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) is the only non-governmental higher education organization in the United States that engages in and awards recognition to institutional and programmatic accrediting organization. Much like the accrediting process conducted by the CAAHEP, CHEA periodically reviews CAAHEP's effectiveness in assuring and improving quality in higher education. CHEA's recognition of CAAHEP is assurance that CAAHEP is competent to engage in quality review of programs based on the CHEA Standards.
Troy University's College of Health Sciences has entered a new era with the opening of Jones Hall, a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide students with cutting-edge resources and immersive learning experiences. Named in honor of Troy University alumnus Billy Jones, this new building represents the University's commitment to equipping future healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in their fields.
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