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Sports Medicine, minor

Sports Medicine, minor

Program Overview

What causes common athletic injuries, and how can they be prevented? What role does rehabilitation play in long-term athletic performance? How can I help athletes recover and return to play safely and effectively? If these types of questions interest you, or if you're passionate about human performance, injury prevention, and recovery, consider adding a minor in sports medicine.

The Sports Medicine minor at ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç offers a focused study of the anatomical, physiological, and biomechanical foundations of injury, movement, and rehabilitation. Through coursework in kinesiology, injury prevention, and therapeutic exercise, students gain a strong foundation that complements majors such as health science, kinesiology, or sport science. You'll also benefit from courses that combine scientific theory with hands-on learning to prepare you for careers or graduate study in athletic training, physical therapy, or other allied health professions.

Course List

For information about the courses required for the Sports Medicine, minor program, view the ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç Catalog.

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Student Support

For most students, the transition into college life is one full of adjustments. There is the excitement of newfound freedoms, but also some uncertainty as you begin to make choices and take responsibility for your own future. 

At ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç, we’re committed to supporting you â€” academically, professionally, spiritually, personally — so that you may be successful both in your time as a student and beyond. That’s why we offer a holistic support system that focuses on your unique experiences, particular needs, and personal and professional goals — resulting from our deep concern for you, our student.

With a focus on authentic relationships and personalized attention, our goal is to help transform you so you can follow your calling in your own career and life.

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Career Opportunities

As awareness of injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization continues to grow, so does the demand for professionals with specialized training in sports medicine. ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç’s Department of Kinesiology prepares graduates who are passionate about improving physical health and supporting recovery through evidence-based care.

A minor in sports medicine is an excellent complement to a variety of careers and graduate school pathways, including:

  • Physical Therapist
  • Athletic Trainer
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Physician Assistant (with a focus in orthopedics or sports medicine)
  • Medical Doctor (Orthopedics or Sports Medicine focus)
  • Sports Rehabilitation Specialist

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