This pathway allows you to turn your passion for fitness, health, wellness, and human performance into a meaningful career.
Area of Interest: School of Sciences and Nursing
Program Location: Hardin Valley Campus
Outcome: Associate of Science (A.S.)
This pathway allows you to turn your passion for fitness, health, wellness, and human performance into a meaningful career. Students are prepared to tackle careers in a multitude of spaces including but not limited to fitness, sports performance, rehabilitation support, education, and wellness promotion.
During this pathway, students’ complete coursework geared toward creating a foundation in anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, exercise prescription, and human performance principles. After transitioning to, and completing the degree at a four-year institution, graduates enter the work force in careers in kinesiology, exercise science, education, coaching, athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, strength and conditioning, or other allied health professions.
Clubs and Organizations
Science Club
Promoting interest exploring life science through discussions, lectures and field trips.
Contact: Nicole Hergott, nmhergott@pstcc.edu
Explore program courses and requirements, and potential job placements below, to find out if it’s right for you.
You can also view more information about Imaging from the college catalog.
| Credit Hours | Curriculum | Career Readiness Milestones |
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| Before You Start |
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| 0–15 hours |
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| 16–30 hours |
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| 31–45 hours |
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| 46–60+ hours |
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Legend:
- Foundational Courses (General Education)
** - Courses include industry recognized certifications that prepare students for careers in the field
| Dean of Sciences and Nursing | Department Head of Sciences, School of Sciences and Nursing |
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| Jessica Belnap, DNP, RN jsbelnap@pstcc.edu 865-225-2334 |
Rebecca Glatt, PhD |