Nov 21, 2024  
2023-2024 Endicott College Academic Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Endicott College Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

School of Sport Science - Undergraduate Programs


Programs

Athletic Training
Athletic Training Major (Bachelor of Science)

Coaching Certification
Coaching Certification

Exercise Science
Exercise Science Major (Bachelor of Science)
Exercise Science Major with Allied Health Concentration (Bachelor of Science)
Exercise Science/Pre-Professional Athletic Training Major (Bachelor of Science)

Athletic Training

(We are no longer accepting applications for the undergraduate athletic training program. The final cohort will graduate in May 2022)

Accreditation

The athletic training education program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

Requirements

Requirements for the athletic training education program are as follows:

  1. SAT Scores
    A combined score of at least 1100 on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math portions of the SAT.
  2. Promotion and Graduation
    Students must achieve a “C+” (77) or better in all athletic training courses and sciences. Courses can only be repeated once. Students must also have a 2.5 GPA at the beginning of their junior year to be promoted and graduated from Endicott College. At selected points in the program, students must pass a comprehensive examination to continue in the major.
  3. Clinical Sites
    The clinical coordinator of athletic training places students in formal clinical sites. Students gain a variety of clinical experiences under the direct supervision of Endicott’s certified athletic training staff and through placements at our formal affiliations with high schools, colleges, and sports medicine clinics.
  4. Transportation to Clinical Sites
    Students are responsible for their own transportation to clinical sites.
  5. Transfer Students
    (from another athletic training education program)
    Transfer students from another college must present a course description of each athletic training course taken and a transcript from the previous program for evaluation by the Athletic Training Curriculum Committee. A grade of “C+” or better is required for transfer credit to be considered for all athletic training courses and science courses.
  6. Technical Standards
    In order to register for classes and before students can be officially enrolled in the athletic training education program, they must sign the form that states that they meet the technical standards for the program, which is a requirement of the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). This form may be obtained from the Athletic Training Student Manual and the Endicott College website.   
  7. CORI Check and Drug/Alcohol Screening
    Some clinical sites may require students and faculty to have a Criminal Offenders Records Information (CORI) check and/or agree to be subject to drug/alcohol screening prior to participation in a clinical education experience at their agency.
     

The athletic training education program meets all eligibility requirements for students to sit for the Board of Certification examination.

  

Coaching Certification

The coaching certification program provides students with knowledge in the care and prevention of injury, principles associated with coaching, basic nutritional guidelines, personal health issues, and the role of sports in society. In addition, sport-specific field experiences assist in the development of practice organization, coaching techniques, and strategies. Students who wish to become certified in coaching by the School of Sport Science and Fitness Studies must complete a separate application with the dean of the school.

  


Coaching Certification


 

 

Exercise Science

  


Exercise Science Major (Bachelor of Science)


Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 126


First Year - Credits: 34


  • Values and Ethical Reasoning General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3)

Sophomore - Credits: 33


  • General Education Electives    (Cr: 3) 
  • Literary Perspectives General Education Requirement     (Cr: 3)
  • Science and Technology General Education Requirement     (Cr: 3)
  • World Cultures General Education Requirement     (Cr: 3)

Junior - Credits: 32


  • Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3)
  • General Education Electives  (Cr: 6)
  • Global Issues General Education Requirement (Cr: 3)

Senior - Credits: 27


  • General Education Elective  (Cr: 3)

Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the exercise science program, students will:

  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of the theories and concepts of the exercise science field.
  • Create exercise programs for diverse populations.
  • Communicate effectively in written form within the conventions of the exercise science discipline.
  • Demonstrate the inquiry and analysis skills needed to engage constructively in intellectual discourse within the discipline of exercise science.
 


Exercise Science Major with Allied Health Concentration (Bachelor of Science)


Requirements
Requirements for the Exercise Science with Allied Health Concentration program are as follows:

A. Concentration requirements
Students may apply to the concentration at the completion of their first year (freshmen) semester. To become accepted, students must demonstrate a minimum of a B- in their core exercise science courses, as well as, Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO201).

B. Promotion and Graduation
Students must achieve a minimum of a B- (80) or better in all exercise science/allied health concentration courses and sciences. Courses can only be repeated once. Students must also have an overall 3.0 GPA at the beginning of their junior year to be promoted and graduated from Endicott College.

Curriculum Requirements- Total Credits Required: 128


First Year - Credits: 34


  • Global Issues General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)

Sophomore - Credits: 32


  • Elective   (Cr: 3)
  • General Education Elective    (Cr: 6)

Junior - Credits: 32


  • General Education Electives   (Cr: 6)
  • Science and Technology General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)
  • Values and Ethical Reasoning General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)
  • World Cultures General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)

Senior - Credits: 30


  • Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)
  • Elective   (Cr: 3)
  • Literary Perspectives General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)

Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the exercise science program, students will:

  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of the theories and concepts of the exercise science field.
  • Create exercise programs for diverse populations.
  • Communicate effectively in written form within the conventions of the exercise science discipline
  • Demonstrate the inquiry and analysis skills needed to engage constructively in intellectual discourse within the discipline of exercise science. 
 


Exercise Science/Pre-Professional Athletic Training Major (Bachelor of Science)


Curriculum Requirements- Total Credits Required: 174


Promotion and Graduation
Students must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA, complete all prerequisite core coursework with a C+ or better, and meet academic and professional standards for matriculation into the master’s degree program at the end of their junior year.


Post Admission Requirements
A. Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA, complete all prerequisite core coursework with a C+ or better, and meet academic and professional standards for matriculation into the master’s degree program.
B. Prerequisite coursework includes:4 credits Human Anatomy (with lab)
C. 4 credits Human Physiology (with lab)
D. Documented minimum of 30 hours under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer.
E. Students must hold current certification in BLS Healthcare Provider.
F. Students must meet the Technical Standards and expectations with or without accommodations.

Continued Matriculation and Graduation
Once in the professional (graduate) phase of the program students must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students receiving grades lower than B- for six graduate credits will be placed under academic review. Students will be placed under academic probation if their GPA falls below 3.0. Continued unsatisfactory academic progress may lead to dismissal or loss of financial aid. Failure to meet or maintain any of the program’s Technical Standards may also result in dismissal from the program. Please see the MSAT student handbook to view the full academic policy regarding continued progress in the Athletic Training program.

Second Year - Credits: 36


  • Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education Elective (Cr: 3)
  • Global Issues General Education Elective (Cr: 3)

Third Year - Credits: 32


  • World Cultures General Education Elective (Cr: 3)
  • Literary Perspectives General Education Elective (Cr: 3)

MSAT Year One


Summer Session I, First Six Weeks - Credits: 5


Summer Session I, Second Six Weeks - Credits: 7


Fall - Credits: 17


(131 credits to confer degree B.S. in Exercise Science)

MSAT Year Two


Summer Session II - Credits: 3


Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the exercise science program, students will:

  • Practice in a manner that advocates for the health needs of clients and is congruent with the ethical standards of the profession.
  • Develop critical thinking and independent decision-making skills for the care of athletic related injuries and illnesses.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply clinical skills and make evidence-based decisions to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Communicate effectively and appropriately with clients/patients, family members, coaches, administrators, health care professionals, consumers, payors, policy makers, and others.
  • Demonstrate their confidence and ability to successfully transition to professional practice.
 

Sport Management

The sport management program has been awarded Maximum Accreditation by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA).

  


Sport Management Major (Bachelor of Science)


Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 125-126


First Year - Credits: 32


  • Quantitative Reasoning General Education Requirement (Cr: 3)
  • General Education Electives  (Cr: 6)
  • Elective  (Cr: 3)

Sophomore - Credits: 32-33


  • General Education Electives  (Cr: 3)
  • Science and Technology General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3-4)

Junior - Credits: 31


  • General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)
  • Individual and Society General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3)
  • Literary Perspectives General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)
  • Values and Ethical Reasoning General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3)
  • World Cultures General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3)

Senior - Credits: 30


  • Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3)
  • Global Issues General Education Requirement  (Cr: 3)

Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the sport management program, students will:

  • Effectively analyze issues and challenges in sport management using critical thinking and decision making techniques.
  • Communicate effectively in written form within the conventions of the sport management discipline.
  • Apply the best practices of the sport management field in internship and professional settings.
  • Demonstrate an awareness of the standards of ethical behavior as related to the sport management profession.
  • Demonstrate the critical inquiry and analysis skills needed to engage constructively in intellectual discourse within the discipline of sport management.
 


Esports Management (Bachelor of Science)


Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 129


Junior - Credits: 33


  • Aesthetic Awareness General Education Requirement (Cr. 3)
  • Science & Technology General Education Requirement (Cr. 3)
  • Esports Elective (Cr. 9)

Senior - Credits: 30


  • General Education Elective (Cr. 12) (Two courses must be above the 100 level)

Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the sport management program, students will:

  • Evaluate the esports ecosystem and its operation as a performance and commercial and entertainment activity
  • Analyze how esports organizations are managed and governed
  • Investigate principles to effectively enhance esports production, performance and engagement
  •  Design and develop software and gaming platforms
  • Research, plan, organize and produce various types of live events utilizing the latest in streaming technology
  • Promote events through digital technology and develop online communities