Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at MidAmerica Nazarene University prepares students for a career as a fitness worker, physical therapist, or athletic trainer. The program focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish research and service goals. Program courses include: human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and fitness, principles and techniques, basic athletic injury prevention and treatment, and organizing and leading fitness and sports programs. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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MidAmerica Nazarene University

Also known as MidAmerica Nazarene College

1600 E. Euclid, McPherson, KS

MidAmerica Nazarene University is a nonprofit private institution located in Olathe, Kansas and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The Church of the Nazarene affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Mid-America Nazarene College.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Mid-America Nazarene College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Theology And Religious Vocations

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Most students accepted to Mid-America Nazarene College earn an SAT score within the range of 410 - 460, or an ACT composite score between 19 - 25. More information on admissions can be found at mnu.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $24,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. MidAmerica Nazarene University may offer financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at MidAmerica Nazarene University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.mnu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MidAmerica Nazarene University offers a bachelor's degree program in sports medicine.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Athletes and Sports Competitors

Description

Compete in athletic events.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, athletes and sports competitors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Coaches and Scouts

Description

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, coaches and scouts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors

Description

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, fitness trainers and aerobics instructors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).