EXSS 4950 - Internship

6 cr.

Students gain 240 hours of field experience at an outside agency related either to the fitness industry or clinical physiology. Assignments are contingent upon the student’s abilities, interests, career goals, and acceptance by the cooperating institution. One or two full days during the week may be required. Two on-campus meetings are required, as is a critical incidents journal, an informational interview, a comprehensive paper and an oral presentation. A minimum of six credits is required. Fulfills the speaking and listening requirement for the EXSS major.

Prerequisite(s): Current CPR certification, EXSS 3450 , senior standing, a 2.5 in EXSS courses, and approval of the Exercise and Sport Science department. EXSS 3600 and EXSS 4045 are also required for students in the Clinical Exercise Physiology track.