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SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE COMMUNITY SPORT AND FITNESS TRACK 3* (*Only Available on Regional Campuses)
Your future in Community Sport and Fitness starts today, only at UCF Regional Campuses. THE COMMUNITY SPORT AND FITNESS TRACK is offered at UCF South Lake in Clermont, Florida, and is designed to prepare students for careers in school and university athletic programs, community sports organizations, private and public fitness and recreation programs, and multipurpose facilities. The program is appropriate for students interested in pursuing careers in areas such as: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Parks and Recreation Director Youth Sports Director Aquatic Director Health and Wellness Coordinator Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer Camp Director Youth Sports Coach Campus Recreation Management Campus Intramurals/Sport Clubs Outdoor Pursuits Event & Facility Operations Event Marketing and Public Relations Theme/Water Park Membership Services
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: - Complete the University General Education Requirements or its equivalent, i.e. an A.A. degree from a Florida college System or State University System institution. - Have a minimum 2.5 overall GPA. - Complete program prerequisite courses prior to admission to the major and upper level courses. COMMON PROGRAM PREREQUISITES (CPP): Biology 1 (with laboratory) CORE REQUIREMENTS: BASIC LEVEL Exercise Physiology Anatomy Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science Health and Wellness Nutrition and Metabolism Biomechanics/Kinesiology Exercise Physiology Assessment and Evaluation CORE REQUIREMENTS: ADVANCED LEVEL TRACK 3-COMMUNITY SPORT AND FITNESS Teaching Sports Skills I Outdoor and Leisure Activities Coaching Methods and Principles Public Relations Aquatic Management Human Injuries: Mechanisms and Prevention Fiscal and Facilities Legal Issues Please see other requirements for completion of the Sport and Exercise Science Degree (B.S.) in the UCF Catalog http://catalog.ucf.edu/
What Students of the South Lake Campus Say: “I like the small classes where I can reach out and talk to instructors with ease and frequency.” “Professors know how to make classes fun and interesting and bring their passion to the classroom. “I feel more like a part of a team where advisors and teachers know me by name and know my goals.” “Going on bike trails, kayaking, and access to the NTC have made my time at South Lake campus much more enjoyable.” “It’s great to learn what we need for our future career while we also build long lasting relationships at the South Lake campus.”
What Alumni of the South Lake Campus Say: “I received an outstanding, practical education that truly prepared me for the future.” Scott Armanti, Spring 2008
“Graduating from this program has given me the tools and the confidence to overcome life’s many challenges.” Tina Meadows, Spring 2013
“I wouldn’t trade what I’ve learned for anything! The program offers state-ofthe-art facilities including the National Training Center (NTC) and other community partners.” Donnie Burchfield, Spring 2008
“My time at UCF as a Sports and Fitness major was great because of the professors I had. Each one of them took time after class to answer any questions I had. Most importantly they cared about me and wanted to see me succeed not only in the classroom but in life as well.” Matt Kolszvary, Summer 2013
We’re already networking for you. UCF’S INDUSTRY PARTNERS enrich our program by offering opportunities for students to prepare for careers in sport and exercise science. Our major partners include: • Central Florida Sports Commission • Central Florida YMCA • Central Florida Triathlon/Sommer Sports • City of Clermont Parks and Recreation Department • ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex • Florida from a Kayak • Lake County School District • National Training Center/Live Well Fitness Center • Sports Medicine Institute, P.A. • P360 • ProForm PT • South Lake Hospital • Special Olympics Florida • U.S. Track and Field
UCF SOUTH LAKE SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE, B.S. COMMUNITY SPORT AND FITNESS TRACK 1250 North Hancock Road Clermont, FL 34711 P 352.536.2169 F 352.243.7489 CSF@ucf.edu www.facebook.com/pages/UCF-Community-Sport-and-Fitness
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