Ashland University

What you'll study

The curriculum combines research foundations with discipline-specific applied courses. Required and common courses include:

• NUHS 509: Quantitative Data Analysis (3 credit hours)
• NUHS 510: Ethics & Professional Responsibility (3)
• NUHS 558: Research Foundations & Methods in Health Sciences (3)
• APEX 671: Scientific Basis of Sport (3)
• APEX 675: Scientific Foundation of Nutrition in Sport (3)
• APEX 677: Physiological Basis for Exercise & Sport (3)
• APEX 678: Fitness Assessment & Exercise Prescription (3)
• APEX 679: Principles of Strength & Conditioning (3)
• Other possible components listed in the catalog: APEX 598 Independent Study; APEX 670 Sport Medicine Principles for Sport Professionals; APEX 673 Analysis of Sport Instruction; SMG 572 Sport Management; ED master’s-level course; discipline-specific elective (each typically 3 credits)

Students complete a capstone experience after 21 credit hours: options are NUHS 747 Internship (3), NUHS 778 Practicum (3) or NUHS 781 Thesis (6), bringing the program total to 33 credit hours.

Entry requirements

The published page provides program delivery, credit and course information but does not list specific admission criteria; consult the academic catalog or admissions office for formal prerequisites and application steps.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles such as strength and conditioning coach, personal trainer and sports performance specialist. The curriculum targets applied practice and professional certification readiness to support employment in athletic and performance settings.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program is eligible for Ohio Choose Ohio First scholarships funded by a state grant; eligible students may receive up to $2,700 per semester. For additional funding options and tuition rates, refer to the university’s tuition pages and financial aid office.