Sport, Health & Wellness Programs at University of Western States

SPORT, HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS AT UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN STATES

University of Western States

PROGRAM OFFERINGS University of Western States (UWS) offers multiple sport and health-related programs that encompass a variety of interests and education levels. Whether you are looking to enhance your current training, specialize in your industry or change careers, our programs provide a quality, science-based education that will allow you to succeed in this competitive field.

SPORTS MEDICINE

CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING

MS in Sports Medicine

MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling EdD - Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Sport and Performance Specialization

SPORT AND PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY

MS in Sport and Performance Psychology

+ Concentration: Positive Coaching EdD in Sport and Performance Psychology

SPP GRADUATE CERTIFICATES

Sports Nutrition Positive Leadership and Administration Applied Sport Psychology

+ Concentration: Positive Leadership and Administration

+ Concentration: Individual Studies

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPORTS MEDICINE The accredited Master of Science degree in Sports Medicine at University of Western States (UWS) is designed for health care providers seeking specialization in the management of physical fitness, prevention and treatment of injuries related to sports and exercise. This education and degree opens up opportunities in the sports industry and enhances a provider’s marketability to athletic populations.

Sports medicine refers to all individuals responsible for keeping an athlete healthy. This team often includes an athletic trainer, chiropractic physician, physical therapist and/or medical doctor. Depending on the size of the athletic organization, the sports medicine team can range from one person to 20. In many settings, other specialties like dentists, ophthalmologists, sport psychologists, nutrition specialists, massage therapists and acupuncturists are also included on the sports medicine team.

The Masters of Science in Sports Medicine is a natural fit for chiropractic physicians and other health care professionals who desire a specialty practice working with athletes. A sports medicine degree can open up opportunities to work with various sports teams (high school, collegiate and professional) and in sports-related facilities. In addition, this degree provides appropriate credentials for teaching in higher education settings.

EXPERT INSTRUCTORS Our expert instructors have extensive backgrounds in sports medicine and first-hand experience treating athletes of all levels. The science-based curriculum gives graduates the skills to work with athletes in a clinic setting or as a team physician.

Graduates will also be eligible to sit for several credentialing exams.

FIELD SPECIALIZATION Practicing clinicians need only complete 38 of the program’s 60 quarter credits because prior education and clinic experience may be used as transfer credits. This allows most health care professionals to finish the degree in just a year and a half. This is a quick way to specialize in your field and start practicing more of the work you’re most passionate about.

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE

SAVE TIME AND MONEY

Hands-on training is emphasized in this program, along with current evidence and trends in sports medicine and research. An essential part of the program includes field experience working with local sports teams, multi-level athletes and at rehab clinics during labs and practicum.

Current chiropractic students enrolled in the sports medicine program save time and money because the curriculum overlaps with courses in our doctor of chiropractic program. This means students can finish the Master of Science degree coursework in less time because the credits are dually attributed.

IDEAL FOR DC students and practicing clinicians FORMAT hybrid LENGTH 60.5 quarter credits TUITION $417 per credit

MASTER OF SCIENCE

SPORTS MEDICINE

Ideal for current chiropractic students, chiropractic physicians or other practicing health care professionals who want to add value to their practice, this clinically-focused Master of Science in Sports Medicine program builds upon prior health care education and emphasizes evaluation, management, treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.

The program is delivered in a hybrid format, which means the majority of the classes are online and students will be required to attend labs at our Portland campus once per quarter.

Because of the hybrid format of the sports medicine program, students who are not concurrently enrolled in the UWS DC program will typically need to come to the UWS campus in Portland, Oregon once per quarter. Students should expect to spend two to three days on campus each visit.

Careers this focused coursework can lead to or enhance are:

ATHLETIC COACH strength and conditioning coach sports chiropractor performance enhancement specialist SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICIAN PROFESSOR

CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING (CMHC) The clinical mental health counseling (CMHC) curriculum at University of Western States (UWS) is supported by research in the field, evidence-based practices and clinical experiences provided by highly-trained faculty.

The Master of Science and Doctor of Education degree - Clinical Mental Health Counseling, SP Specialization (MS-CMHC and EdD-CMHC, SP specialization) integrate sport and performance content.

The clinical mental health counseling graduate program emphasizes a systems approach in which students consider the influence of families, groups, teams and organizations on individual mental health and performance.

Both the MS degree and the EdD degree can be completed fully online with consistent and meaningful contact with faculty and instructors.

One of the unique features of this program is the standardized patient component, which provides unique and personalized learning for clinical mental health counseling students. Faculty design specific case studies, which create opportunities for students to apply their knowledge in simulated “realworld� scenarios with specially trained actors. Students also have the opportunity to design their own case studies to demonstrate conceptualization skills and process understanding.

PROGRAM Master of Science FORMAT online LENGTH 8-12 quarters CREDITS 90 quarter credits TUITION $525 per credit

MASTER OF SCIENCE

CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH

COUNSELING

The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS-CMHC) program at University of Western States (UWS) is designed for students who want to diagnose and treat mental health disorders as licensed counselors. As careers progress, students can become clinical supervisors and clinical counselor program administrators.

This comprehensive, systems-based approach covers eight core content areas through the lens of sport and performance psychology. Students will learn professional counseling orientation and ethical practice; social and cultural diversity; human growth and development; career development; counseling and helping relationships; group counseling and group work; assessment and testing; and research and program evaluation.

Comprised of 90 quarter credits, this degree can be completed 100 percent online with face-to-face internship requirements within student’s communities. Five terms of clinical field placement (one term of practicum and four of internship) give students the opportunity for real-life application of their skills with live clients. Faculty assist students in finding these field placements and provide feedback on practicum experiences during regular mentorship meetings.

This program prepares students to sit for the National Counselor Exam (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam (NCHMCE). This program prepares students for license eligibility in their states.

PROGRAM Doctor of Education (EdD) FORMAT online LENGTH 14 quarters CREDITS 138 quarter credits TUITION $650 per credit

DOCTORAL DEGREE

CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH

COUNSELING

The Doctor of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Sport and Performance Specialization (EdD-CMHC, SP specialization) program at University of Western States (UWS) is ideal for students already working in the field of sport and performance as trainers, consultants, coaches or administrators. This three-and-a-half year, 100 percent online program prepares students to assess, diagnose and treat clients with mental illness.

Professionals with this degree work as counselors, consultants, program administrators, educators, coaches, researchers and clinical supervisors.

The EdD-CMHC program is designed for students who understand the value of a counseling degree and the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) consultant certification.

For those who have demonstrated success in a bachelor’s or master’s program, this degree gives you the opportunity to complete a master’s-in-passing and a doctorate of education without having to apply to two different programs. The CMHC and SPP programs are integrated and share course components. In addition to within-course integration of sport and performance content, this degree option places clinical counseling courses alongside sport and performance courses during most terms.

This program prepares students to sit for the National Counselor Exam (NCE), the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam (NCHMCE) and the AASP – Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC®). This program prepares students for license eligibility in their states.

SPORT AND PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY (SPP) The sport and performance psychology (SPP) program at University of Western States (UWS) provides students with the skills in positive and applied sport psychology needed to enhance performance and maximize human potential. The program offers a Master of Science degree as well as a doctoral degree.

The Master of Science program transfers seamlessly into the doctoral program should a student wish to continue after completing the master’s degree.

EXPERIENCED FACULTY Our faculty is comprised of recognized leaders in the field of applied sport psychology who have extensive experience in the classroom and private practice. This practical experience is a key strength of the program because it provides students with diverse learning opportunities from professionals with established careers and experience as certified consultants.

APPLIED FOCUS The program focuses extensively on the science and practice of sport and performance psychology.

Beyond learning the basic principles of sport psychology, our professors and curriculum help you apply the information with a hands-on approach.

EXTENSIVE CURRICULUM The program is designed specifically to teach the science, theory and application of sport and performance psychology in the most comprehensive

DIVERSE PRACTICUM Beyond the classroom, our programs provide many diverse practicum opportunities for students to apply learned skills with athletes and performers in real-world settings. In addition to established locations, students are encouraged to pursue practicum experiences that meet their particular interests.

curriculum possible.

FLEXIBILE AND PERSONALIZED Our program offers great flexibility and several personalized elective options. This allows our students to select interesting, relevant coursework to meet their individual job and certification needs.

PROGRAM Master of Science FORMAT online LENGTH 5-6 quarters

MASTER OF SCIENCE

SPORT &

CREDITS 53 quarter credits

PERFORMANCE

TUITION $525 per credit

PSYCHOLOGY

The Master of Science in Sport and Performance Psychology is a comprehensive, sciencebased program that educates students on the process of success, creating and leading highly effective teams, utilizing positive motivation and communication, as well as setting and achieving high goals. The program and faculty prepare graduates with the firsthand experience needed to serve as leaders in sport, coaching, exercise, mental health counseling and wellness disciplines.

Approved by the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP), the program’s comprehensive curriculum was specifically designed to help students complete the specialized coursework requirements to become Certified Mental Performance Consultants (CMPCŽ). The degree can be completed 100 percent online and is comprised of 53 quarter credits (equivalent to 35 semester credits), consisting of eight core courses and multiple elective options. This structure allows our students to select coursework to meet their individual job and certification needs. Students also have the opportunity to pursue a concentration in the exciting new field of positive coaching.

PROGRAM Doctor of Education (EdD) FORMAT online blended LENGTH 8-12 quarters

DOCTORAL DEGREE

SPORT &

CREDITS 86 quarter credits

PERFORMANCE

TUITION $650 per credit

PSYCHOLOGY

Using positive and applied sport psychology, the integrated Doctor of Education (EdD) program is designed to help optimize your skills and transform your abilities to inspire and motivate others. The curriculum was designed specifically to help students complete the specialized coursework requirements to become a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPCÂŽ) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).

The EdD program in sport and performance psychology offers advanced training for individuals in counseling, psychology, coaching, consulting, education, business, health care, leadership and administrative careers. This program blends research and applied skills to allow students to meet their specific career goals and educational needs.

The program has two pathways, individual studies or positive leadership and administration, that address the eight (K1-K8) Association for Applied Sport Psychology knowledge competency areas.

Students who are interested becoming a mental health counselor should complete our EdD path in clinical mental health counseling (CMHC) with the integrated SPP coursework.

In the EdD option, students complete the CMHC coursework and the full SPP curricula.

PROGRAM SPP graduate certificate FORMAT online LENGTH 6-9 months CREDITS 16-24 quarter credits TUITION $525 per credit

GRADUATE

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Our graduate certificate programs fall under the sport and performance psychology (SPP) program and are designed for those interested in completing graduate-level coursework to specialize in their field, further their education or distinguish themselves in the industry.

All certificate programs are 100 percent online and include four to six courses, allowing completion in under one year. Certificate programs consist of courses within our master’s and doctoral degree programs. Upon completion, participants may choose to finish the remaining coursework to earn a master’s or doctor of education degree.

UWS offers the following sport and performance psychology certificate programs: • Sports Nutrition • Positive Leadership and Administration • Applied Sport Psychology

SPORTS NUTRITION The graduate Sports Nutrition certificate consists of four courses designed specifically to prepare students to become a certified sports nutritionist (CISSN) through the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN). The CISSN is recognized as the premier certification backed by evidence-informed research in the field of sports nutrition and supplementation. In this program, students learn how to support body composition and physique changes for specific sports and positions, and optimize performance for endurance, power and speed.

POSITIVE LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION Positive leadership applies the principles of positive psychology to the challenges in competitive sport environments and in the workplace. It is intended to help leaders and their teams or organizations succeed through a gained understanding of human motivations and behaviors (emphasizing strengths rather than limitations) and apply that understanding to achieve positive results in long-term motivation, functional effectiveness, efficient work processes and optimal performance.

APPLIED SPORT PSYCHOLOGY This program is taught by instructors who are AASP Certified Consultants, with many also being recognized members of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) Sport Psychology Registry. Our comprehensive curriculum was designed to address each of the eight new Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPCÂŽ) coursework competency areas to prepare students to become experts in the field of sport psychology.

ONLINE LEARNING For some, learning in an online environment is a new experience. At UWS, we strive to make that experience community-driven and stress-free. Interactive discussion forums allow students with a diverse array of educational and professional backgrounds to learn from each other, as well as from assigned readings and lectures. Our weekly modular schedule means that students can log on at the times most convenient for them, rather than being required to bend their work and family schedules to meet at a predetermined hour.

COMMUNITY MEET A FEW MEMBERS OF OUR SPORTS COMMUNITY

TIMOTHY RAY, DC, SPORTS MEDICINE DIRECTOR Dr. Ray contributes extensive global insight, developed through decades of clinical experience, games participation and management in international sports to the program. Rugby, an early and lasting passion for him, has led to travels to 26 countries and an appreciation of sports injuries and rehabilitation in collision sports.

MICHELLE COX, PHD, CMHC DIRECTOR Dr. Michelle Cox holds a PhD in human development and family sciences. She earned an MA in counseling from George Fox University.

Her doctoral research, on the topic of transcendence, focused on leisure, physical health behaviors and volunteer activities as predictors of mental health in older adults. Dr. Cox is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS).

CONRAD WOOLSEY, PHD, SPP DIRECTOR Dr. Woolsey holds a PhD in Educational and Counseling Psychology, with an emphasis in Sport Psychology. As a nationally-recognized expert in the field, he is a Certified Consultant for the Association of Applied Sport Psychology and a member of the US Olympic Committee (USOC) Sport Psychology Registry. He is also a certified health education specialist (CHES) and member of APA Division 47-Exercise and Sport Psychology.

GET STARTED TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD A REWARDING CAREER MASTER’S AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) or first professional degree • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale • Sports Medicine: current health care student or first professional health degree

EdD ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) • SPP: Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 • CMHC: Minimum cumulative 3.3 GPA in completed bachelor’s or a cumulative 3.0 GPA in a master’s program

WHEN TO START? The MS-SPP, MS and EdD-CMHC and graduate certificate programs start in spring and fall. The EdDSPP has a summer start in addition to spring and fall.

Sports medicine starts in winter and spring.

OUR APPLICATION PROCESS REQUIRES: • Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities • Statement of purpose and supplemental essays • Two professional recommendations • Current resume or CV • Personal interview

2018/2019 TUITION & FINANCIAL AID Sports Medicine programs: $417 per credit, 38-60.5 credits SPP and graduate certificate programs: MS - $425 per credit, EdD - $650 per credit MS: 53 credits, EdD: 86 credits Graduate certificates: $525 per credit, 16-24 credits CMHC program: MS - $525 per credit, EdD - $650 per credit MS: 90 credits, EdD: 138 credits Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

READY TO APPLY? You can apply online at uws.edu/apply

If you have any questions before you begin your application process, connect with one of our friendly and knowledgeable admissions advisors.

Call 800-641-5641 or email admissions@uws.edu.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN STATES - PORTLAND, OREGON Founded in 1904, University of Western States (UWS) is the second oldest chiropractic education program in the world. It has since evolved into a leading institution for an evidence-informed, sciencebased education, with a focus on health and wellness. UWS is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) – www.nwccu.org.

University of Western States has enduring commitment to educating health sciences practitioners with a passion for patient care. The university motto “For the good of the patient” guides every aspect of the institution and positions UWS to fulfill its mission of advancing the science and art of integrated health care through excellence in education and patient care.

Extending this pursuit beyond campus, UWS has cultivated several key community partnerships and is a founding member of the Oregon Collaborative for Integrative Medicine (OCIM). This collaborative provides students, faculty and staff the opportunity be a part of interdisciplinary education, research and advocacy for patients in support of integrated care.

UWS is located in Portland, Oregon, a beautiful city situated in the progressive Pacific Northwest.

This area embraces innovative approaches to health and well-being, which is reflected in the wholeperson health care education taught at University of Western States.

Pursuant to university Policy 1013B and Policy 2001, UWS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the university. UWS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other university programs. Find out more about this policy and how you can handle inquiries at www.uws.edu/consumer-information.

UNIVERSITY RESOURCES W.A. BUDDEN LIBRARY All of our online students have remote access to the vast assortment of digital resources from the university library. The resources are currated on a consistent basis and include online databases, fulltext electronic journals, eBooks and research guides available 24/7. This ensures students and faculty can stay current on new developments in sports, exercise and performance research.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT University of Western States is committed to providing tools and resources for students to succeed during their program and as they transition into professional practice. Through alumni services, UWS offers personalized guidance, networkin and shadowing opportunities, and other resources, including the UWS Mentor Network and UWS Switchboard, which both connect students, alumni and other health care industry professionals.

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