HSEP 4550. Exercise Physiology Internship. 12 Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in all course requirements for the Exercise Physiology Bachelors of Science degree except HSEP 4550; submission of internship agreement, prof of CPR/AED certification, professional liability insurance coverage, immunization record, background check, drug screen clearance, and any other requirements specific to internship site or VSU. A capstone experiential learning experience at a professional workplace that reflects an area directly related to exercise physiology such as strength and conditioning, clinical exercise physiology, or fitness and wellness. Students are required to complete at a minimum 10 weeks and 400 cumulative hours, with no more than 40 hours per week permissible. The course includes reports of daily activity and coursework reflection teaching, educational in-services, and evaluation of internship and the Exercise Physiology degree program. Te student must sit for the ACSM EP-C or NSCA CSCS exam and submit copies of the certification exam results.
