- Program Description
- Educational requirements
- Admission Requirements
- Admission Standards
- Academic Standing
- Frequently Asked Questions
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Announcement
There will be several Kinesiology Program information sessions this fall if you would like to learn more about the undergraduate options in Kinesiology. These sessions are not required but provide a forum to ask questions specifically about the Kinesiology undergraduate program (as a major) and find out more about graduate programs in allied health field (physical therapy, athletic training, registered dietician exercise physiologist, etc.). Students should make an effort to attend one of these information meetings rather than trying to arrange an individual meeting. Below are the dates (if you are first or second year and need more information, contact Terry Grindstaff
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):
Friday, November 6
11:30 in the McCue Center Conference Room (ground floor)
Wednesday, November 11th
(Commonwealth Room in Newcomb Hall, from 4:30-5:30)
Program Description
The Kinesiology Major is a four-year, pre-professional curriculum leading to a B.S.Ed. in Kinesiology. Most students electing this option will go on to pursue a graduate degree in professional studies. The undergraduate program in kinesiology is an interdisciplinary program designed to provide students with a foundation in the sciences of human movement that will be applied to one of several specialty areas within kinesiology:
- Sports Medicine
- Exercise Physiology
- Adapted Physical Education
The Kinesiology major does not qualify students to sit for licensure or certification in any professional domain. This program is designed to prepare students to enroll in graduate programs that provide entry-level training and the route for certification in physical therapy, medicine, athletic training, physician's assistant, nutrition, personal training and teaching special education. Admission preference for the Kinesiology Major will be given to students whose general education program is competitive for graduate school.
Kinesiology students indicate their preference for one of the concentrations during the application process. However, students generally will take courses in Exercise Physiology and Adapted PE during their 3rd year. During this time, students should meet with the directors of each concentration to plan their curriculum of study to meet both their major and concentration requirements as well as their preparation for graduate school.
The Sports Medicine option
The Sports Medicine option allows students to expand their knowledge of the basic sciences related to the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of the physically active individual. This program is for those intending to pursue advanced study in areas such as athletic training, rehabilitation services (physical/occupational therapy), medicine or physician's assistant. Students in this concentration area are advised by Susan Saliba, PhD, PT, ATC and Terry Grindstaff, PhD, DPT, ATC. This program does not qualify students to obtain certification in athletic training. Interested students must seek an accredited entry-level graduate program to fulfill the requirements. The University of Virginia does not have an accredited entry-level athletic training program; the Masters' and Doctoral Programs are advanced professional programs.
The Exercise Physiology option
Students interested in pursuing graduate study in exercise physiology, nutrition, cardiac rehabilitation or medicine are recommended to concentrate in the exercise physiology category of kinesiology. Art Weltman, PhD is the concentration advisor for exercise physiology. This program permits qualified students to begin graduate study in conjunction with the undergraduate curriculum.
The Adapted Physical Education option
Students interested in adapted physical education or recreational therapy should consider the adapted physical education concentration in kinesiology. Students in this concentration area are advised by Martin Block, PhD. The University of Virginia has an accredited entry-level program in Health and Physical Education leading to licensure and endorsement through the BSEd/Masters of Teaching Program. For information, contact the Office of Teacher Education 434-924-0748.
Educational Requirements: All students in the Kinesiology major must complete general education core requirements and then concentration area requirements. Core requirements include:
General Education Requirements:
• 12 hours Humanities: including ENWR 1505 (or equivalent)
• 12 hours Social Sciences: including SOC (any number) and PSYC (any number)
• 12 hours Natural Sciences: BIOL 2010/2020 with 2030/2040 and MATH or STAT above 1110
• Second writing requirement
Kinesiology Core (21 hours)
• EDHS 3630 Human Anatomy
• EDHS 3640 Neuromuscular Basis of Human Movement
• EDLF 3440 Sport and Exercise Psychology
• EDHS 4410 Exercise Physiology
• EDHS 3450 Adapted Physical Education
• EDHS4450 Motor Development
• EDHS 4600 Contemporary Health Issues
Concentration Area Requirements (courses must be taken from one of the following):
Sports Medicine (18 Hours)
• BIOL 2060 - Human Physiology and Anatomy I Credits: 3
• BIOL 2070 - Human Physiology and Anatomy II Credits: 3
• EDHS 4460 - Practicum in Health or Physical Education Credits: 3
• EDHS 4510 - Emergency Medical Care Credits: 4
• EDHS 5440 - Athletic Injuries Credits: 3
• EDHS 5530 - Nutrition OR BIOL 1060
Exercise Physiology (18 hours)
• EDHS 7500 Practicum 3 credits
• EDHS 7420 Advanced Exercise Physiology 3 credits
• EDHS 7430 Advanced Exercise Physiology (lab) 3 credits
• EDHS 8420 Metabolic Adaptations to Exercise 3 credits
• EDHS 5890 Selected Topics 3 credits
• EDHS 8430 Exercise Intervention in Disease 3 credits
Adapted Physical Education (27 hours)
• EDHS 2240 - Substance Abuse Credits: 3
• EDHS 3440 - Teaching Games, Rhythms, & Dance Credits: 2
• EDHS 3500 - Teaching Team Sports Credits: 2 to 4
• EDHS 3510 - Teaching Individual Sports Credits: 2 to 4
• EDHS 3770 - Teaching Assistant Program in Adapted PE Credits: 1
• EDHS 4460 - Practicum in Health or Physical Education Credits: 3
• EDHS 5460 - Assessment in Kinesiology Credits: 3
• EDHS 5510 - Teaching School Health Credits: 3
• EDHS 5530 - Nutrition Credits: 3 OR BIOL 1060
• EDHS 5630 - History, Issues, and Philosophy of Education Credits: 2
• EDLF 3150 - Introduction to Child Growth and Development Credits: 3
Kinesiology Corollary Elective (12 hours – students may choose)
BIOL 1210 Human Biology and Disease
BIOL 1490 Survival Biology for the New Millennium
BIOL 1061 Anatomy and Physiology Lab
BIOL 1071 Anatomy and Physiology Lab
BIOL 3000 Cell Biology and Biochemistry
CHEM 1410 College Chemistry
CHEM 1411 College Chemistry Lab
CHEM 1420 College Chemistry II
CHEM 1421 College Chemistry Lab II
PHYS 2010 Principles of Physics I
PHYS 2020 Principles of Physics II
PHYS 2030 Basic Physics Lab
PHYS 2040 Basic Physics Lab II
INST 2030 Emergency Medicine/Health Care Topics
ECON 4160 Economics of Health
EDHS 3240 Peer Health Education
RELG Theology, Ethics and medicine
EDHS 5670 Sports medicine Conference
EDHS 2240 Substance Abuse
Practicum in Kinesiology (3 hours – EDHS 4460 or EDHS 7500)
Each student is required to fulfill a 3 credit hour practicum experience as part of his or her concentration area. The student is responsible for organizing this practicum and getting it approved by his or her advisor prior to the experience. Generally, 120 contact hours are required; a 3-hour course requires about 10 hours/week for the entire semester.
The practicum experience allows students to examine specific interest areas, learn more about the field of interest, and gain important practical experiences. Specific information about this experience must be recorded on practicum forms in the student's advising folder.
Professional Conference
Each student in the Kinesiology major is required to attend a professional conference. The Art & Science of Sports Medicine (EDHS 4570) is a course in conjunction with a professional conference and fulfills this requirement. The conference can also be taken without the course. The student is required to place a "proof of attendance" in his or her advising folder once this requirement is met.
Admission Requirements
Eligibility for admission to the program is based on the admission requirements of the University of Virginia, the Curry School of Education, and the Kinesiology Program Area. Generally, applicants require at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA and 1000 combined score on the SAT. As the program is geared toward graduate study, a strong background in general sciences is recommended. Enrollment is limited to 30 students per year.
The Kinesiology program is housed in the Curry School of Education. Students interested in BSEd program in Kinesiology must apply for admission to the Curry School by March 1 of their second year in the College. Applications are available?online. (Transfer students from outside the University apply to the College of Arts and Sciences, noting an interest in Kinesiology on their application.)
Admission decisions will be made prior to pre-registration during the spring semester so that students will know whether to pursue a major in the College of Arts & Sciences or commit to the Kinesiology major in the Curry School. Admitted students become students in the Curry School, however, it is possible to double major or minor in another area within the College. Forms must be submitted in Garrett Hall to confirm double majors/minors and advisors in those areas will be maintained.
Admission Standards
Each year, students are accepted into the BSEd program in March. This program is part of the Curry School of Education and students will be SED students. In 2008, the average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.12 and the mean verbal SAT was 638 and mean math SAT was 614. The admission standards are based on:
- Profile of applicants - we cannot admit more than 30 students because of classroom space limitations
- Potential for admission into graduate schools.
To improve your chances of admission into the major, finish the General Education Requirements in the first 2 years at Virginia. It is not necessary to take the courses in the major prior to admission into the program. BIOL 2010-2040 is required and a good grade in these courses is a good predictor for admission into Kinesiology and graduate schools.
It is not necessary to meet with a Kinesiology Advisor prior to application. Students are encouraged to attend "pre-Kinesiology" sessions that are held periodically throughout the fall semester and prior to the March 1st application deadline. Specific questions may be addressed at that time.
ACADEMIC STANDING
It is important to demonstrate satisfactory progress toward graduation. Upon admission to the Kinesiology Program, the student has 2 years to complete the course of study. Any student who cannot meet this time limit must appeal to the Kinesiology Faculty in writing to determine whether the student may remain in the Program.
General Curry Standards are as follows: (Curry Undergraduate Record)
Any grade below a B- in a 500 or higher course must be repeated. Credit will be awarded for each course only once.
Probation and Suspension An undergraduate student must maintain good standing each semester by completing at least 12 credits of graded work (or S/U work if engaged in practica), with at least a 1.800 semester average and no more than one grade below C- (or C/NC). A student will be placed on academic probation after any semester in which good standing is not attained.
Suspension involves enforced withdrawal from the Curry School of Education. A student placed on probation in any semester may be suspended if he or she does not regain good standing at the end of the next semester. A student who has been suspended may apply to the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs of the Curry School of Education for readmission after one regular semester or one summer session has elapsed since the date of suspension. If readmitted, the student will be on probation and will be suspended again after one semester unless the cumulative grade point average for all courses completed is above 2.000.
120 Credit Hours are required for Graduation, with a GPA of 2.0
Frequently Asked Questions:
What if I missed the March 1st Deadline?
Unfortunately, the Curry school only accepts students once per year. You options would be to 1) stay in the college since you will have to declare a major or your registration will be blocked. If you have an interest in pre-allied health, we can help direct you so that you get all the pre-requisites, etc. You will only be allowed to take 12 hours outside the college - you could take anatomy, ex. phys, biomechanics or athletic injuries if you want. 2) Gamble on getting into the program next March - you would still have to declare a major in the college, but you would now take courses as if you are in our program. You would be taking too many courses outside the college for credit, so if you don't get in, it could potentially increase your timeline to graduate. Generally we need BIOL 2010-2040; Math > 1110; and gen ed requirements mostly done (12 hrs. Humanities, 12 Hrs Social Science; 12 Hrs Natural Science) and a GPA about 3.0.
Can I take Pre-med or Pre-allied Health Science Courses at home over the summer at a Community College?
Excerpt from PreHealth Listserve (3/31/06):
Consider what courses you will be taking and how they will fit into your academic plan and professional goals. Many questions that seem basic are not because the context and unique situational factors have to be considered and discussed. Come to walk-in hours (at Career Services) or make an appointment to discuss your individual needs. Preprofessional Services can advise you to take specific courses to satisfy professional school requirements; consult with your association dean or faculty/academic advisor to verify Area and Major requirements; these differ from the requirements for professional school. Make sure you are satisfying both!
Thinking about taking science courses over the summer? Med/dental/vet/pharmacy/etc schools are looking for evidence of your ability to complete a rigorous professional school curriculum. That's why admission committees expect to see at least 4 semesters where you've successfully completed more than one science courses simultaneously. Therefore, try to ensure that you are taking your required science courses at UVa during the regular academic year. If there is a compelling reason you cannot (e.g, study abroad, starting the premedical curriculum later in your time at UVa), do make certain that any required summer courses in which you enroll are at your home institution--that's UVa. If you are going to take additional science courses beyond the basic prehealth requirements, then it MAY be acceptable to take a few during summers--again assuming your grades are consistently strong and the summer courses are taken at UVa or a comparable four-year institution. Bottom line is that the admission process is very competitive so you want to demonstrate sound judgment as you make decisions about your academic, clinical, community service activities. Beyond the above guidelines, feel free to utilize daily prehealth walkins or call 924-8900 for an appointment.
Is the Art & Science of Sports Medicine Summer Conference Required as a Course?
Students do not have to take EDHS 4570 for credit, but this course can be used as a Corollary Elective. However all Kinesiology students must attend a professional conference and have that documentation in their folders before applying for graduation (Feb 1st). Options are 1) take the conference as a “conference participant” rather than for credit – you would need to pay the conference fee as a participant. 2) Take the conference and course for credit – register on SIS for summer sessions and pay tuition for 3 credits (you will not have to pay the conference fee in addition to tuition). Or 3) Attend another conference and file your “proof of attendance” in your folder.
What can I do for my Practicum?
All Kinesiology students are required to fulfill a 3-hour practicum experience as part of his or her concentration area. It is 3 credits S/U grade and should be a clinical assignment. The student has the responsibility of organizing this practicum and getting it approved by their advisor prior to the experience. Generally, 120 contact hours is required; a 3 credit course requires about (10 hrs/week) for the entire semester.
The practicum experience is intended to examine specific interest areas, learn more about the field of interest, and provide important practical experiences. Specific information about this experience must be recorded on practicum forms in the student’s advising folder.
You can get paid during your practicum, however, you cannot receive credit for 2 different courses for the same clinical work. You can do your practicum in any clinical setting as long as it is approved. You can use the environment of an IUP, but you cannot register for the practicum and receive simultaneous credit for another course. This also is consistent with an Independent Study – you cannot do the same clinical work and get UVa credit for both a Practicum and Independent Study at the same time. Unfortunately, these other clinical assignments award letter grades for performance, while the Practicum does not; but there is no way to avoid the potential for “double dipping” credit and the Practicum is a required course.
You can fulfill the practicum requirements over the summer, but you will need to register for summer sessions (EDHS 4460). This may be a good option for some students who have work or athletic responsibilities that may preclude the clincal experience during the fall or spring semesters.
How should I approach the clinical supervisor about a potential practicum?
As a Kinesiology Student, you are representing all UVa students as a pre-professional. Call or email to introduce yourself and describe your intentions. Explain that this is part of a course requirement and list any personal goals that you have regarding the experience. Explain the course requirements and make sure that the clinical supervisor knows that he/she can require any additional activities (inservices, departmental meetings, Universal Precautions or CPR training, etc.)
Practicum Requirements: All documents must be turned in by the last day of class for the semester registered.
Case study
Clinical Supervisor Sheet
What are the pre-requisite requirements of graduate schools?
Pre-Med
University Career Services
• Biology 2010-2040
• Physics 2010-2020 with labs
• Chemistry 1410-1420 with labs
• Organic Chemistry 2410-2420 with labs
• Biochemistry?
Pre-Physician’s Assistant
www.aapa.org
• Biology 2010-2040
• Physics 201-202 with labs
• Chemistry 1410-1420 with labs
• Organic Chemistry 2410-2420 with labs?
• Biochemistry?
Pre-Physical Therapy
www.apta.org
• Biology 2010-2040
• Physics 2010-2020 with labs
• Chemistry 1410-1420 with labs
• Statistics
• Anatomy/Physiology in Biology department
• Psych
• Clinical experience in Physical Therapy
Anyone who has "dual enrollment" credit for basic science courses should check with the pre-requisite requirements of specific schools. Many graduate schools require students to retake those courses at the college level prior to application to graduate schools. The APTA website has a link to educational requirements at each accredited school.
Pre-Athletic Training
www.Nata.org
• Biology 2010-2040
• Physics 1010-1020 ?
• Exercise Physiology
• Anatomy/Physiology in Biology department
• Biomechanics (Neuromuscular basis)
• Athletic Injuries
• Clinical experience in Athletic Training
How do I volunteer in the UVa Athletic Training Room?
The UVa Athletic Training Department is run by Ethan Saliba, PhD, ATC, PT, SCS. He is the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer at the University. He is responsible for all sports medicine operations including prevention, emergency care, rehabilitation and treatment of medical concerns for the student-athletes. The UVa athletics department relies on students to assist in the daily operations. Students are welcome to volunteer on a semester basis to assist. After at least one semester, students are given sport assignments depending on their performance evaluations. Stipends or work-study is available for students with significant experience and responsibility.
Requirements:
• Must commit to a schedule for the entire semester (report before classes start)
• Must be present and on-time when scheduled, or have a substitute in place
• Must commit to 8-10 hours per week (students who work less have a harder time gaining confidence and responsibility)
• Must attend weekly inservices (staff meeting/educational session)
• Must represent themselves in a professional manner with respect to interaction with medical staff, student-athletes, coaches and administrators
• Must pass CPR/AED training; HIPAA and Universal Precaution Compliance
Students may use their experience as their practicum. Sign up for EDHS 4460 (instructor modifier number 3236- Susan Saliba). You must report before classes start at the beginning of each semester and get on the temporary schedule. This schedule will be used until classes start, and then a permanent schedule for the semester will be assigned. Contact Katie Serenelli
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for more information or stop by the Athletic Training Room at either the McCue Center or University Hall.
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