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The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.

The Department of Clinical and Applied Movement Sciences offers a Kinesiology concentration. This concentration culminates in a Bachelor of Science in Health (B.S.H.) degree. Of major concern to society is the health and well-being of its citizens. The field of Kinesiology includes healthcare professionals that utilize knowledge of the human body's adaptive responses to exercise to address an individual's health, fitness, or performance goals.

Kinesiology students who wish to continue their academic studies will benefit from a well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare students for admission into graduate programs in Kinesiology or other Health Care professions. The Kinesiology curriculum provides a strong foundation for students interested in the advanced degree of Physical Therapy. Other graduate programs that are of interest to Kinesiology students are: Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic, Medicine, Physician's Assistant, Sports Psychology, and Pharmacy. Kinesiology students who seek employment after receiving the undergraduate degree are successful in 4 distinct areas of employment: (1)Clinical Exercise Physiology: healthcare-based positions that incorporate exercise testing, prescription, and supervision for a wide spectrum of patients such as cardiac rehabilitation, elderly care, and weight management. (2)Fitness/Recreation field: positions in personal training, fitness instruction, corporate wellness, wellness coach, and recreation. (3)Human Performance: strength coach, performance coach, and athletic exercise testing. (4)Other Related fields: medical supply reps (pacemakers, artificial joints, medical instruments) and pharmaceutical representatives.

Career Planning
Engaging in career planning activities is significant to student success. ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ offers customized career centers to deliver targeted programs, events, services, and resources. First-Year and Exploratory students should visit the webpage and Sophomore or higher-level students with a declared BCH major should visit the Brooks College of Health Career Services office.

Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an academic advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies and procedures. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.

Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.

• Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). Visit the Kinesiology webpage for a complete list of prerequisites.
• HSC2619 Introduction to Exercise Science is a recommended Free Elective, and may be completed any term it is offered on the Osprey Map prior to Term 5.
• Honors in the Major is available to admitted Kinesiology students. One student per program faculty member is accepted each year. Requirements include: completion of at least 60 credit hours of college credit including at least 12 graded upper-division hours at the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ; at least 3.5 GPA within the major and at least 3.2 GPA in all upper-division courses regardless of Institution. Honors in the Major in Kinesiology is awarded upon completion of an advanced Honors Thesis, and the completion of at least three but not more than six hours of Direct Independent Studies course work as determined by the student's honors thesis advisor and at least three but no more than 12 hours of Honors Thesis or Project works taken in Kinesiology. In addition, the Department may (but not required to) ask students to also complete IDH3922 - Thesis Research Prospectus Colloquium: 1 hour and/or IDH 3920 Thesis Symposium Colloquium: 1 hour.
• Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2010, AMH 2020, or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog, and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
• Students must earn additional Free Elective credit if needed to satisfy the university minimum 120 total semester hours for graduation. Students considering graduate or professional school admission after earning their BSH should utilize Free Elective hours by completing the required prerequisites for graduate/professional school.
• ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ currently admits one group of Kinesiology students every fall term. Visit the Kinesiology webpage for the current application deadline and admission criteria. The Kinesiology program is a Specialized Admissions program. In addition to meeting the university admission criteria, applicants must be junior status (earned a minimum of 60 semester hours). Program admission requires a decision by a college administrator or faculty member. Students are not guaranteed admission into this program, and can not degree progress into Term 5 (61-75 hours) until admitted into this program. Find specific admission criteria for this program on your Degree Evaluation, college website, university catalog, or consult your academic advisor. See the Kinesiology webpage for the deadline for receipt of transcripts from other institutions.