Human Performance Studies
Associate of Science
School: Nursing, Health and Wellness
Dean: Sara Annunziato, sara.annunziato@sunyrockland.edu
Program Director: Patricia Zodda, patti.zodda@sunyrockland.edu
Support Staff: Erin Wik, erin.wik@sunyrockland.edu
Location: Fieldhouse, Room 5121, Phone: 845-574-4451
Degrees Offered:
Associate of Science (AS): Human Performance Studies
Program Description:
The goal of the Human Performance Studies program is to provide a foundation that introduces the student to the physical education, exercise science, and recreation fields. With an A.S. in Human Performance Studies, students choose between three (3) tracks: Physical Education, Exercise and Sports Science or Sports and Recreation Leadership.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Identify culture, social, psychological, and historical impact exercise and sport has on a profession in the fitness and wellness field
- Interpret research relevant to the field of Human Performance
- Express the importance of integrating all dimensions of wellness into health behaviors
- Apply evidence based critical thinking relevant to the field of study
- Apply principles of human movement in a variety of activities