Annual course fee
AUD 27,000
Duration
4 Years
Intake months
September, january, may
Delivery locations
Eau Claire
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claires rehabilitation science degree is an excellent choice for those interested in kinesiology and providing care for special populations, such as older adults, individuals with disabilities and those with chronic health conditions. The first degree of its kind in the UW System, the growing major will prepare you for success in a variety of careers, including physical therapy, occupational therapy and chiropractic care. Throughout the program, youll learn the physiological basis of human movement and the functional changes in body systems. Comprehensive coursework, presentations and projects will introduce you to special topics and areas of focus within the field, such as corrective exercise programming, clinical exercise physiology, exercise physiology laboratory assessment, research, and adapted physical activity for populations with disabilities. The kinesiology department prides itself on providing students with opportunities to apply what theyve learned in the classroom to real-world situations. As part of the programs curriculum, youll participate in various practice at local hospitals and clinics, gaining real, professional experience along the way. Work with P.R.I.D.E (Physical Activity and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities in the Eau Claire Area), Community Fitness, or Cancer Recovery and Fitness outreach programs offered on campus will further provide you with critical skills and valuable connections. Our 3+2 program option lets you earn both your bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation science (pre-athletic training concentration) and master’s degree in athletic training in only five years. This accelerated format allows you to start your masters level coursework in your fourth year, saving you time and money and getting you into the field more quickly! Graduates leave the program prepared to demonstrate and teach patients how to best care for themselves and to promote physical activity as an essential compon
Type of institution
University
Year established
1916
Total students
11,000
On campus accommodation
Available
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