The Department of Health and Human Performance

Bachelor of Science Degree
Major in Health and Human Performance - Human Performance Option

Through coursework, research, laboratory, and internship experiences, the Human Performance Option prepares students with a thorough understanding of human movement.  Students in this option are equally well-prepared for work in professional positions in medical, community, corporate, or school settings (i.e., medical sales, rehabilitation programs, fitness centers, strength and training coaches, etc.) or for graduate study in any of the diverse disciplines that deal with human movement (i.e., athletic training, exercise physiology, kinesiology, physical therapy, physician assistant, etc.).  Coursework involves study in multiple disciplines and emphasizes the broad scientific basis on which sound clinical insight and understanding is based, while research, laboratory work, and internships provide students with valuable experience applying their understanding of human movement.  Students are expected to develop thorough understanding of human movement across the wide range of its physiological, neurological, mechanical, and nutritional dimensions, enabling them to serve as effective practitioners in the diverse, expanding and evolving fields related to human movement.  A grade of “C” or higher is mandatory in all health and human performance courses satisfying the major requirements.

Admission Requirements for Health and Human Performance – Human Performance Option

All students desiring admission to the Human Performance Option are required to file an application for admission.  Approval of this application by all appropriate individuals is necessary prior to registration for courses at the 300 and 400 levels.  Due to the competitive nature of the admissions process, application to this option does not constitute admission.

1. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.65 is required in all courses completed.

2. All applicants must complete a minimum of 30 hours from the Academic Foundations Category Requirements at Montana State University Billings, or at another regionally accredited institution of higher education, earning a minimum grade point average of 2.65.  For Academic Foundations Requirements (see page 70).  Courses taken on a pass/no pass or credit/noncredit basis will not be accepted to fulfill the requirements.  Students should consult with their academic advisor.

3. Each applicant must receive recommendations from the faculty advisor; Health and Human Performance Department Chairperson; and approval from the Dean of the College of Allied Health Professions.

4. Applications for admission to the Human Performance Option can be obtained from the Department of Health and Human Performance Office in the Physical Education Building, Room 120.  The application should be submitted to the faculty advisor for review and approval, signed by the advisor and the Department Chairperson.  A current working copy of the transcript will be attached to the application form.

5. Due to the competitive nature of admission to the Human Performance Option and the fact that only a limited number of students are admitted each year, applications must be completed and received in the Health and Human Performance Office by January 15 of each calendar year.  Students not accepted are encouraged to apply for admission during the next application period.  It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that a completed application is submitted by the deadline.  It is suggested that applications be submitted at least three (3) weeks prior to the deadline.

6. Applicants will be notified of the status of their application within forty-five (45) days of the application deadline (January 15). 

7. If admission to the Human Performance Option is denied, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Human Performance Committee of the Department.  The Department Chairperson serves as chair of the appeals committee.

8. No student will be allowed to register for restricted upper division courses in Health and Human Performance without formal admission to the Human Performance Option.

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