HEA 275 - Kinesiology and Public Health Internship

1 credit hour - Five hours of site placement weekly and one hour of faculty contact biweekly; one 8-week term.
Explore professional roles in health, fitness, rehabilitation, and human performance settings. Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world practice by engaging in supervised, hands-on experiences at worksite locations including physical therapy, athletic training, personal training, health department and non-profit public health organizations. Perform 40 hours of work-based learning cumulative during the 8-week internship combined with a minimum of 5 hours of faculty contact to include site coordination and reflection on learning. Course may be repeated for a total of three credit hours.

Prerequisite(s): 1) Kinesiology or Public Health major; 2) Successful completion of at least 9 credit hours in the program of study; 3) Minimum GPA of 3.0; and 4) Approval of academic chair or coordinator prior to enrollment.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Arnold Main Campus (MC) and Off Campus (OF)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall and spring

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Integrate concepts from exercise, sport and public health into professional practice in an applied setting.
Demonstrate proficiency in assessment tools, exercise programming, injury prevention strategies, and/or health promotion and health navigation techniques relevant to the internship site.
Exhibit professional behavior, communication, and ethical decision-making consistent with the standards of kinesiology and related public health professions.
Articulate personal strengths, areas for growth, and career pathways within kinesiology and public health fields.
Work successfully in interdisciplinary teams, recognizing the roles of allied health professionals, educators, coaches, community stakeholders and administrators.
Demonstrate cultural competence and inclusivity in delivering exercise, sport or health promotion to diverse individuals and communities.
Critically reflect on internship experiences to connect academic learning with professional practice and lifelong learning.