Health and Human Performance (BS)

This program is not accepting applications for admission after fall 2024.  Applicants interested in this field of study should refer to the BS in Exercise Physiology.

This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2024–Spring 2025 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.

Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance 
Unit: College of Education and Human Development
Department: Health & Sport Sciences (HSS)
Academic Plan Code(s): See Track Requirements tab.

Program Requirements

All students completing the Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Human Performance must complete the core classes, program requirements, and at least one track, along with appropriate related and supporting or elective courses.  The core provides students with a background in the social, physiological and historical knowledge needed for their chosen profession. 

The Exercise Science track prepares students for careers as exercise professionals in the specific fields of strength and conditioning, fitness and corporate wellness, and clinical rehabilitation.  Curriculum is designed to maximize certification exam success and follows guidelines set by the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

The Youth Sports Development track prepares students by integrating knowledge of sports skills, fitness skills, coaching skills, and teaching skills.  Curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in coaching, fitness organizations, and youth leagues.

The Health and Physical Education P-12 Teacher Certification track assists students in acquiring the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to become effective and committed health and physical education teachers.  Extensive school-based fieldwork experiences are integrated into the curriculum.

Degree Summary

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Some courses required in this degree program may satisfy multiple requirements. To complete the degree in the minimum number of hours listed, some hours from the General Education Requirements must be satisfied by courses defined by the unit and/or program. Using other courses to satisfy General Education requirements will require additional hours to complete the degree requirements or reduce the number of available electives within a track. See the Degree Requirements and Track tabs for specific coursework. 

Departmental Admission Requirements

Students must have completed a minimum of 45 credit hours and must have earned a minimum cumulative UofL grade point average of 2.25.

Students must have completed HSS 184 and HSS 320 with a grade of B-minus or higher, and HSS 202 with a grade of C or higher.

In addition to the requirements above, admission to the Health and Physical Education track also requires:

• Minimum 2.75 or higher overall GPA, or 3.0 in last 30 hours
• Minimum test scores as required by the Education Professional Standards Board
• C or better in ENGL 102  (or equivalent) and in Oral Communication course
• Completion of Pre-Professional Courses with a B-minus or better
• Any other requirements as outlined in Application.

General Education Requirements

All degrees require the completion of the University-wide General Education Program (link provided above).  To complete the degree in the minimum number of hours listed on the Overview tab, some hours from the General Education Requirements must be satisfied by courses defined by the unit and/or program.

College/School Requirements

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Not required for transfer students with 24 credits hours or more.  Students who successfully complete a first year experience course through another college may waive this requirement.

Program/Major Requirements

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To complete the degree in the minimum number of hours listed, some hours from the General Education Requirements must be satisfied by courses defined by the unit and/or program. Using other courses to satisfy General Education requirements will require additional hours to complete the degree requirements (or decrease the listed electives).

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HSS 319 is required for tracks in Health & Physical Education and Youth Sport Development.

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HSS 387 is required for the track in Exercise Science.  HSS 310 is required for tracks in Health & Physical Education and Youth Sport Development.

Track Requirements 

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These HSS electives must be approved by an HSS faculty member or academic counselor.

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Consult advisor.

Track in Health and Physical Education

Academic Plan Code(s): HHP_BS_PSH

Midpoint Assessment Prior to Student Teaching
All content methods classes passed with a cumulative 3.0 GPA; Electronic documentation of approved field experiences including assessment of dispositions; satisfactory performance on all Hallmark Assessment Tasks; Target performance or better on all rubrics.

Certification Assessment 
Satisfactory dispositions assessment; passing scores on PRAXIS content and PLT exams; completion of degree requirements.

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Courses restricted to students admitted to the professional teacher education program.

Flight Plan

Track in Exercise Science

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Must choose either HSS 507 or HSS 381 and HSS 391.  HSS 381 must be take concurrently or after previous completion of HSS 386.  HSS 391 must be taken concurrently or after previous completion of HSS 390.

Track in Youth Sport Development

Track in Health and Physical Education

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HSS 318 may be subbed for HSS 319 with advisor or departmental approval.

The Flight Plan outlined above is intended to demonstrate one possible path to completing the degree within four years.  Course selection and placement within the program may vary depending on course offerings and schedule, elective preferences, and other factors (study abroad, internship availability, etc.). Please consult your advisor for additional information about building a flight plan that works for you.

Degree Audit Report
Degree Audit reports illustrate how your completed courses fulfill the requirements of your academic plan, and which requirements are still outstanding. Degree audits also take transfer credits and test credits into account. "What-if" reports allow you to compare the courses you have completed in your current academic plan to the courses required in another academic plan.  Should you have questions about either report, please consult with your academic advisor.

Flight Planner
The Flight Planner tool is available for you to create a personalized Flight Plan to graduation.  Advisors have access to review your Flight Planner and can help you adjust it to ensure you remain on track to graduate in a timely manner.

To create these reports:

1. Log into your ULink account.
2. Click on the Academic Progress tile.
3. Select the appropriate report.
   1. To run a Degree Audit report, click on "View my Degree Audit."
   2. To create a What-if report, click on "Create a What-if Advisement Report."
   3. To run a Flight Planner report, click on "Use My Flight Planner."

Click here to run a Degree Audit report, create a What-if report, or run a Flight Planner report.

The Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance, track in Health and Physical Education program prepares students to meet the requirements for certification and/or licensure.  If you plan to pursue professional licensure or certification, you should first determine your state’s criteria for examination and licensure to see how/if our program meets those requirements prior to enrollment. We recommend that you also contact your state’s licensing board directly to verify that the requirements have not changed recently and to answer any questions especially those regarding additional requirements beyond the degree. 

More information about certification or licensure is available at the following website:  https://louisville.edu/oapa/licensure-information (you may search by school or by the name of the program then click on 'View Details' to display the information).

For programs with an online option, more information about certification or licensure is available here: https://louisville.edu/online/About-Us?tab=disclosure.