Program Requirements
Athletic Training
The mission of the University of Utah Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) is to provide a comprehensive healthcare education that focuses on the physically active. The University's ATEP combines formal instruction in prevention, evaluation, rehabilitation, and management of injuries with clinical experiences in a variety of settings. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills. The University's ATEP prepares students for successful completion of the national Board of Certification (BOC) exam.
ATEP is a closed program. Students must apply and be admitted into the program. For more information, visit the ATEP site linked above.
Exercise Physiology
This non-vocational program is specific to those students who plan on attending a professional graduate program after their undergraduate degree. The requirements for the program are rooted in science and designed to give students the full knowledge of the workings of the human body by exploring human physiology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics, along with exercise physiology, kinesiology, and biomechanics.
Some of the graduate programs our students pursue are medical school, dental school, physical therapy, nursing, pharmacy, and nutrition.
Students must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA to declare the Exercise Physiology emphasis.
Exercise Science
This non-vocational program in the Exercise and Sport Science major is dedicated to helping students better understand the disciplines within ESS, including pedagogy, kinesiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor behavior, and sport/exercise psychology. After completing the undergraduate program, students typically go on to a graduate program in ESS, Occupation Therapy, Physical Therapy, Nutrition, Physician's Assistant, etc. As a student, you may be required to complete any prerequisite courses for graduate programs in addition to major and University requirements.
The twelve hours of required electives allow students to supplement and enhance their ESS education with ESS courses from the four other programs in the major, along with courses in Nutrition and Health, Education and Promotion.
Fitness Leadership
The Fitness Leadership program in the Exercise and Sport Science Department is committed to preparing students to work professionally in the fitness and health wellness fields. Students will be able to help optimize sport skill learning experiences for children and adults, administer safe and effective fitness programs, adopt and modify physical activity for individuals with special needs, and promote physical activity in the community. Students will also gain first-hand experience working with individual in a fitness setting by working at the PEAK academy on campus and through an internship in the community.
Students can also supplement their education by taking six credit hours of electives. The elective courses in ESS, Nutrition and Health, Education and Promotion have been selected by the department to enhance the knowledge learned in the major courses.
Physical Education Teaching
The Physical Education Teacher (PETE) program at the University of Utah is committed to the development of quality physical education teachers through the integration of theory and practice in a wide range of experience and settings.
Through intensive academic coursework and field experience, combined with continuous student reflection, the goal of the program is to provide individuals who believe ALL students deserve the opportunity to learn and can learn; who act on the principle that diversity is to be valued; and who are committed to provided quality physical education instruction.
PETE is a closed program. Students must apply and be admitted into the program. For more information, visit the PETE site linked above.
Coaching Minor
A Coaching minor in the department is available to those students who are education majors only. This program is there to help students understand and effectively coach at the high school level and beyond. For information on the coaching minor, please contact Shannon Mulder at 585-5840 or shannon.mulder@utah.edu.
Career Opportunities:
Elizabeth Mimms
Career Counselor
University of Utah Career Services
Student Services Building 350
Phone: 801-581-5624
Fax: 801-581-5936
https://careers.utah.edu
Career Library (located in Career Services) is another valuable resource that offers many services to assist students, including:
- A resume bank
- Profession overviews
- Job descriptions
- Salary information
Typical Career Paths:
Athletic trainer, secondary physical education teachers, special physical education teachers, personal trainer, cardiac rehabilitation, corporate wellness, hospital rehabilitation, brand/product representation, product research and development, sport journalism, county recreation facilities. Graduate programs in: physical therapy, occupational therapy, nutrition, exercise and sport science, medical, dental, nursing, pharmacology.
