Overview

Course overview

Students in the Health and Human Performance program at Henderson State University can focus their coursework within one of the following concentration areas: Pre-Athletic Training, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre Occupational Therapy, and Strength and Conditioning.

Health and Human Performance Pre-Physical Therapy program: is a pre-professional curriculum whereby all the necessary prerequisites can be completed in preparation for applying to a school of physical therapy. The department provides advising to assist each student in developing a plan best suited to his/her needs. If you want to go into physical therapy, you are looking at earning a doctorate degree. To get there, you must first obtain your bachelor’s degree and complete a number of prerequisite courses in biology, anatomy, physics, statistics, chemistry, physiology, psychology, professional writing and humanities.

HPER Department/HHP offers a Pre-Occupational therapy program which is a pre-professional curriculum whereby all the necessary prerequisites can be completed in preparation for applying to a school of Occupational Therapy. The department provides advising to assist each student. A strong undergraduate academic record is important. Occupational therapy education programs are based on a foundation in the behavioral and biological sciences. Recommended courses include anatomy, physiology, statistics and several psychology course.

HPER Department offers an entry-level program in Pre-Athletic Training providing a student interested in pursuing a masters’ degree in Athletic Training with a curriculum to include modalities, prevent and diagnose injury and treat and rehabilitate acute and chronic issues.
Health and Human Performance – Strength and Conditioning: Students will study advanced topics such as motor behavior, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and strength and conditioning theory, as well as gain the skills and knowledge to develop a strength and conditioning philosophy of their own. Not only will students be prepared for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam; they will learn how to apply strength and conditioning principles, fine tune their programming skills, and be prepared for graduate programs and advanced certifications. Students will study advanced topics such as strength and conditioning theory as well as gain the skills and knowledge to develop sound strength and conditioning protocols.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Medical Terminology
Prevention & Treatment of Athletic Injuries
Motor Development
Injury Management
Sports Psychology
Assessment of Upper Extremities
Therapeutic Modalities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Arkadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science Physiology Health Education View 112 other Bachelors in Physiology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

International admissions application

Non-refundable $30 application fee.
Official academic credentials
Demonstration of English proficiency
Provide vaccination records listing all required immunizations.
A copy of your passport, including photo of yourself.
Proof that you, or someone who will sponsor you, can pay for your studies at HSU. The Statement of Financial Responsibility is required for this purpose. The financial statement should show that the student has at least $18,490 (USD) to cover tuition, fees, room and board, mandatory health insurance, and books and other course related expenses.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11310 USD / year

≈ 11310 USD / year
Out-of-State

11310 USD / year

≈ 11310 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8250 USD / year

≈ 8250 USD / year

Living costs

Arkadelphia

United States

857 - 1243 USD / month

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