
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
Kinesiology, EdD @ Concordia University St. Paul
An action-oriented program designed to prepare students for expertise in the study of human movement and physical activity.
APPLYING ADVANCED PRINCIPLES
The program emphasizes relevant techniques for applying advanced exercise and sport science-related principles in a variety of academic and clinical contexts. The dissertation process follows the Carnegie Model for applied research allowing students to engage in industry-relevant projects.
- Action-oriented graduate program
- Focus on human movement and physical activity
- Industry-relevant exercise and sport science related course content
- Dissertation follows the Carnegie Model for applied research
- High transferability of courses from other graduate programs
Health and Human Performance, PhD/EdD @ Concordia University Chicago
An interdisciplinary degree program designed to prepare students to pursue academic, clinical, leadership, and/or research roles in the fields of health promotion, exercise science, kinesiology, human performance and other related disciplines.
STRONG RESEARCH ORIENTATION
This 100% online doctorate program has a strong research orientation and aims to develop outstanding scholars and researchers who create and disseminate new knowledge about issues arising out of the intersection of physical activity, health promotion, and human performance.
Leadership, Gerontology, PhD/EdD @ Concordia University Chicago
Provides a multidisciplinary framework from which to respond to existing age-related questions, and intensive, in-depth training for those who want unique preparation for leadership roles for addressing issues related to aging.
BECOME A HIGHLY QUALIFIED SOCIAL SCIENTIST
The doctoral candidate’s knowledge base of research methods and theoretical perspectives encompasses various social and basic science disciplines rather than relying on a single disciplinary approach to aging and leadership.
This PhD program in leadership and gerontology produces highly qualified and trained social scientists that have training in research methodology and its application in an aging society.
Graduates of our program will be armed with specialized training and will be well-positioned to assume leadership roles as a gerontologist in government, healthcare or academic settings.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED EXERCISE SCIENCE @ CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO
In our 100% online program, you choose one of four concentrations and complete the program in as little as a year and a half.
Human Movement Science
This concentration provides students with the knowledge to develop injury prevention programs and teach students how to help athletes improve functional capacity and correct faulty movement patterns.
CERTIFICATION: NASM-CES
Graduates may sit for the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s (NASM) Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) credential.
Sports Nutrition
Designed for individuals who aspire to provide sound sports nutrition information to athletes and individuals. The BLS estimates a rosy job outlook for dietitians and nutritionists, increasing by 20%.
CERTIFICATION: CISSN
Graduates may sit for the Certified Sports Nutrition (CISSN) exam from the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN).
Sports Performance Training
Designed for coaches, athletic trainers and other sports professionals who work with all levels of athletes from high school players up through Olympic competitors.
CERTIFICATION: NASM-PES
Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). According to NASM, “top teams in the NFL and NBA have now begun requiring the NASM–PES credential.”
Strength and Conditioning
Designed for current practitioners, aspiring strength and conditioning coaches and athletic performance coaches.
CERTIFICATIONS: NSCA-CPT, NSCA CSCS
Recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Education Recognition Program (ERP), our program prepare students for the NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer® (NSCA-CPT®) and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) certifications.


BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS
KINESIOLOGY @ CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO
Provides students with a fundamental background in health promotion and disease prevention.
PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN HUMAN MOVEMENT FUNCTION
Over the last 30 years the rates of obesity and chronic disease have been rising rapidly in both adults and children. An undergraduate program in kinesiology will prepare students to help to curb the national obesity epidemic, improve human movement function, and meet the needs of aging individuals.
EXERCISE AND MOVEMENT SCIENCE @ ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE BROOKLYN
Provide students with a well-rounded curriculum covering kinesiology, sports psychology, biomechanics, and the physiology of exercise.
MAXIMIZE ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE
The science of health, wellness and sports performance is becoming more important and relevant in our daily lives. At the center of this is exercise and movement science. Exercise scientists work to maximize athletic performance while minimizing injury regardless of sport. Whether you’re interested in traditional sports, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or wellness activities like yoga, a degree in exercise and movement science will separate you from others and put you on a path to helping individuals stay fit, active and healthy.
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