This fully online master’s degree program offers a twist on a traditional master’s in exercise science with a focus on practical application, human performance and fitness and an MBA-level entrepreneurship and innovation track.
Graduates will be prepared to manage a practice as well as earn their certification through organizations like the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
Program Benefits
- This is a 100% online program with laboratory materials and books delivered to your door.
- Continue to work and focus on other priorities while earning your degree, taking one course at a time with all materials delivered to you.
- Learn from faculty who possess relevant and valuable real-world experience, with all professors working as clinicians in their field.
- The curriculum is designed to help students pass a strength and conditioning certification (i.e. CSCS through the NSCA) upon completion of the program.
What to Expect
Trevecca’s Master of Science in human performance and fitness brings actionable insights to the field of exercise science, empowering graduates to more effectively impact and optimize the performance of both their clientele and the organizations they manage. There’s no fee to apply, and no GMAT/GRE required.
This program will educate, equip and empower graduates to mentor and lead their clientele with an advanced knowledge of preventive health practices and fitness strategies.
This degree will provide students with advanced knowledge in:
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Biomechanical assessment
- Aerobic and anaerobic training
- Creation and progression of training programs
In addition to the human performance and fitness curriculum, students complete an MBA Entrepreneurship and Innovation Track. The track will equip students to effectively lead and manage a health facility. They will be empowered to effectively develop strategies to create rapport with staff and clients, market their services and brand and develop conflict management strategies.
Why Choose Trevecca?
Consistent with our beliefs as part of a Christian university, our Master of Science in human performance and fitness explores the ways faith and exercise science intersect. We view the health and fitness industry through a biblical lens as we aim to produce servants who coach, train and lead with strong ethics, expertise and integrity.
This program’s cohort model fosters incredible support between members, enhancing the learning process through a variety of perspectives. It fosters well-rounded students and provides the foundation you need to become a servant leader in the human performance and fitness sectors at the local, state, national and global levels.
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca has been recognized nationally and locally for providing students with the highest level of academic quality and rigor. We offer a holistic education focused on the intellectual, social, emotional, physical and spiritual health of all the students in our diverse student body.
Course Descriptions
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Admission Requirements
Admission into MS in Human Performance and Fitness program is based on a careful appraisal of the applicant's academic record, performance, and work experience, if any.
To be considered for admission, applicants must:
- Submit an online application
- Have earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher
Applicants must submit one official transcript from all colleges/universities attended (undergraduate and graduate work). These transcripts must be sent directly (by mail or fax) from the institution to the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies Admissions, Trevecca Nazarene University, 333 Murfreesboro Road, Nashville, TN 37210. All hours from accredited institutions will be considered in calculating the cumulative GPA.
Have prior credit (Grade C- or higher as reflected on transcript or equivalency) in the following exercise science related courses:
- General Biology I
- General Biology II
- Anatomy and Physiology I
- Anatomy and Physiology II
- Kinesiology or a science-related course
Students who do not meet the admissions requirements stated above may be granted conditional admission (see Conditional Admission policy below). To be admitted on a conditional status the applicant will need to complete an interview with the program coordinator (zoom or in person) and submit a 500-word essay on their personal philosophy of human performance and fitness. After the completion of eight credit hours, the program coordinator will review and decide if a student admitted under the Conditional Admission policy will continue in the program. The program coordinator will have a virtual meeting with the student to discuss the rationale behind the final decision.
- Have prior credit of a college English Composition course (grade "C" or higher), reflected on transcript, or equivalent
For those who do not have a four-year degree that was completed within the United States, a 40-minute, writing assessment at Trevecca is required as a part of the admissions process.
Course Descriptions
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