This course is designed to provide 200 hours of practical experience working with diverse individuals and populations under the supervision and guidance of a preceptor. Settings may include those which provide cardiac and pulmonary care, physical rehabilitation or sports performance. Required seminars focus on program planning and evaluation, and human and fiscal resource management. 1 credit hour is 50 clock hours of internship.
Outcomes: 1) Apply specialized skills and knowledge acquired in exercise science core courses in a practicum setting; 2) Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team; 3) Participate in planning sessions, meetings, and other activities of the professional staff in the field setting; 4) Evaluate the effectiveness of the exercise science interventions on the individuals or populations served.
Outcomes: 1) Apply specialized skills and knowledge acquired in exercise science core courses in a practicum setting; 2) Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team; 3) Participate in planning sessions, meetings, and other activities of the professional staff in the field setting; 4) Evaluate the effectiveness of the exercise science interventions on the individuals or populations served.