In addition to having the region’s most affordable tuition, we offer thousands of dollars in scholarships every year. Learn more about scholarships and aid for your applied human and sport physiology degree.
Applied Human and Sport Physiology Degree
A degree for studies in human physiology, exercise physiology, and sport physiology.
The movement of the human body is a fascinating thing. Most of us don’t even think twice about it. But it is important, and there are many careers that make it their priority to study how it works and help athletes and people who are injured, disabled, or want to improve their mobility. An Applied Human and Sport Physiology degree can help prepare you for careers in sports medicine, athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and chiropractic medicine. You’ll study anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, and injury identification, treatment, and prevention. And you’ll be ready to take on a variety of careers in the field of allied health and sports medicine.
Recommended preparation: Students considering this major should have a minimum of one year of biology, one year of chemistry, 3.0 high school GPA, and an ACT score of at least 25.
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Our Focus is Results
Wayne State has the keys to your success and offers just what you need to become well prepared for the real world with a human physiology degree.
Skills Learned
- Anatomical dissection
- Body composition assessment
- Functional movement assessment
- Health status and risk factor identification
- Prevention and care of injuries
- Fitness appraisal
- Injury evaluation and rehabilitation
- Exercise technique and prescription
- Biomechanical or motion analysis
- Chemistry and lab techniques
- Nutritional assessment
Possible Careers
- Sports medicine practitioner
- Physical therapist
- Occupational therapist
- Exercise physiologist
- Wellness program coordinator
- Sports lab research technician
- Athletic trainer
- Health education specialist
- Chiropractor
- Health promotion
- Corrective exercise specialist
Employers
- Hospitals or medical clinics
- Gyms or fitness centers
- Sports rehabilitation clinics
- Physical therapy offices
- Sports teams or clubs
- Schools, colleges, and universities
- Community wellness centers
- Assisted living facilities
- Government programs
- Non-profit organizations
- Sports labs and research facilities
- Sports equipment manufacturers
Learn From the Best
Our faculty are accomplished. Several are highly regarded as experts and have been recognized with notable honors and awards. And with a low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll be sure to receive an excellent education in the human and sport physiology degree program.
Outside the Classroom
At Wayne State College, you’ll have opportunities to enhance your education by participating in clubs, organizations, activities, and more.
Clubs and Organizations
Service-Learning
Make a difference in the community while learning skills you can apply toward your future career. Wayne State’s Service-Learning program has received national awards in recognition of outstanding community service, with more than 400 students participating in Service-Learning projects each semester. Examples of community and Service-Learning events include:
- World Heart Day: Provide free blood pressure screening, share heart health information and heart-healthy snacks, and facilitate recreation opportunities for local families and children
- Boomerfest: Help with this event geared towards seniors, a day created to give back to the older generation of the community, filled with education, food, dancing, and fun.
Opportunities
- Body tests - Help local high school wrestlers meet NSAA program guidelines by measuring their body composition and hydration levels.
- Clinics and conferences – Travel with other students to the NSCA clinic and CNOS conference to gain in-depth knowledge from industry experts in nutrition, mobility, training, sports medicine, and more.
- Recognition – Each year, the department awards and recognizes one student from each of the HHPS majors for their achievements.
- Study Abroad - Earn credit toward your degree while experiencing exciting global adventures overseas.
Internships
Before graduating with your applied human and sport physiology degree, you’ll have a chance to earn credit through on-campus services like the wellness program or human performance lab, or anywhere you’d like to do an internship. Career Services is available to help you find the best internship opportunities.
