Undergraduate - Lee University

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE 209
The Department of Health and Human Performance places great
value on the benefits of exercise as part of a person’s daily life. The
department prepares students for graduate school and careers as
Physical Education teachers (grades K-12) and fitness/wellness professionals.
In addition to major classes, the department offers a variety of
activity, sport, and lifetime fitness classes, including Healthy and
Effective Lifestyles. This required class mirrors the department’s goal of
encouraging daily healthy choices to help students stay physically fit
for a lifetime.
The Health Science major with an emphasis in Fitness and Wellness
prepares students for careers in corporate, commercial, community, and
hospital based settings. Knowledge of the human body and the effects of
exercise and general self-care are emphasized. Students are encouraged
to prepare for and take one of the American College of Sports Medicine
(ACSM) certification examinations immediately after graduation.
The Physical Education major prepares professionals for successful
and productive careers in teaching grades K-12. The program emphasizes
knowledge of the human body, self care, and methods and techniques to
motivate all students to lead healthy and productive lives throughout
their lifespan.
Guidelines for Fitness/Wellness Majors
The following guidelines must be followed by students majoring in
Health Science with emphasis in Fitness/Wellness (HFWS):
1. No grade below a “C” will be accepted in the following courses:
HSC 330, 331, 450, or 451.
2. All major Fitness/Wellness requirements must be successfully completed
before enrolling in HSC 470 Fitness/Wellness Internship.
3. A student enrolled in HSC 470 Fitness/Wellness Internship cannot
concurrently enroll in more than 7 additional hours. In rare circumstances
exceptions are made through an appeal process, which
should be initiated through the Department of Health and Human
Performance.