Exercise Science Professional Skills (EXMD3372)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2015
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Human Movement & Nutrition Sci
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
2L 1P 1C
Incompatible
HMST3372
Prerequisite
[HMST2362 or HMST3362 or EXMD2362] + [HMST2382 or HMST3382 or EXMD2382] + First Aid (CPR)
Restricted
BScApp(HMS-ExSc), BHMS(ExSc), BHMS/BBus, BExSS, BExSS/BBus, BExSS(Hons)
Assessment methods
Assignments and reports
Course enquiries
Dr Sean Tweedy
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
The aim of this course is to provide students with a grounding in the principles underpinning professional practice in exercise science/exercise physiology. Content includes clinical notetaking, communication (interprofessional, peer to peer and practitioner/client), ethics, legal frameworks and industry structure. Students acquire practical experience in applying technical and professional skills through the delivery of a personal training intervention to one apparently healthy client over the course of the semester (approximately 20 hours of practical experience). Lectures from industry experts and opportunities for introductory experiences in corporate, clinical, community, fitness, health and sport settings and to assist students with decisions on career direction and major practicum.
