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The minor in Adapted Physical Activity and Sport serves students interested in working with individuals with disabilities in physically active environments and the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively plan, lead and evaluate physical activity programs that meet the participants' varying needs and interests. An emphasis will be placed on motor functioning, activity, and sport modifications and adaptations.

This 19-credit interdisciplinary program combines the expertise of the Department of Health and Movement Sciences and the Department of Recreation, Tourism and Management's Therapeutic Recreation program.

Program Requirements ››

Topics Covered

  • Adaptive Recreational Sport
  • Motor Learning
  • Inclusive Recreation
  • Exercise for Special Populations
  • Introduction to Exceptionalities

Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate the ability to adapt and modify individual and group activities and sports programs.
  • Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of disability in general and familiarity with varying groups encountered by those seeking to participate in physical activity.
  • Demonstrate the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual and group physical activity and sports.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of risk management and injury prevention techniques as applied to the provision of various modified and/or physical activity or sports.

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Health and Movement Sciences
Recreation, Tourism and Management

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Dr. James MacGregor
Dr. Gary Morin

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