Clinical Exercise Physiology
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ContactSamuel A. E. Headley, PhD |
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The clinical exercise physiology (CEP) concentration prepares students to be competent entry-level clinical exercise physiologists. Students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to further their education, either in a related allied health profession or to conduct clinically focused research. Students take courses that cover varied aspects of the field of clinical exercise physiology. Embedded in the curriculum are the job task analysis items required to prepare students for ACSM clinical exercise physiologist certification. All students within the CEP track are required to complete 600 hrs of clinical internships spread primarily between cardiac, pulmonary, metabolic and musculoskeletal areas. Students have the option of either completing a thesis or an independent study, both of which focus on clinically relevant topics.
Clinical exercise physiology is studied by students with varied undergraduate backgrounds, including biological sciences, exercise science, physical education, and nursing. Our concentration is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Professionals and is one of a small number of clinical exercise physiology programs accredited in the United States.
Admissions Requirements
This program enrolls students in the fall and spring terms only.
Complete the application form. No application fee.
Start your application process by completing the online application form. Be sure to complete your application by submitting all the required materials outlined in this section.
Graduate Admissions Essay
Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials. Once you login to your application portal you'll be able to upload your essay.
In two to three double-spaced pages, please describe significant life experiences that have contributed to your interest in your field, your understanding of this field, your occupational objectives, and why you have chosen Springfield College.
Resume
Please include any college activities, out-of-school leadership experiences, work history, and community involvement to support your interest in or qualifications for graduate study. Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials. Once you login to your application portal you'll be able to upload your resume.
Letters of Recommendation
This program requires two letters of recommendation. Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application.
GRE
*Please note: The GRE requirement for the Clinical Exercise Physiology track is waived for the 2021-2022 application cycle.
This program requires the GRE.
The Springfield College GRE code is 3763.
You will be able to input your scores on your application, but please make sure your official scores are submitted.
Official Transcripts from All Institutions Previously/Currently Attended
- An official transcript from each college/university you have attended is required.
- Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. In some cases, including if you plan to request coursework be transferred, a course-by-course translation is required. For this we recommend the World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
- In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu, or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
International Applicants
All international applicants from non-English speaking countries are required, in addition to the items listed above, to submit:
- Proof of English language proficiency by way of the TOEFL or IELTS. If your undergraduate degree was earned in the United States and you successfully completed College level English, we will consider English language proficiency met.
- Please note: Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. In some cases, including if you plan to request coursework be transferred, a course-by-course translation is required. For this we recommend the World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
Our Associate Director of International Admissions Nicholas Venn can answer any questions you may have about enrolling in Springfield College as an international student. You may email him at nvenn@springfield.edu or via phone at (413) 748-3891.
To submit materials:
After submitting your online application form you will receive user login credentials to access your student application portal. From that portal, you will be able to upload your graduate admissions essay and your resume. Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application. In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu, or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
Curriculum
I. Major Program Requirements (13-18 credits)
A. Core requirements (6 credits)
- AEXS 603 - Cardiopulmonary Exercise Physiology Credits:
- AEXS 604 - Neuromuscular Physiology and Exercise Credits: 3
B. Research requirements (3 credits)
- RSCH 610 - Foundations and Methods of Research Credits: 3
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Choose from one of the following two tracks:
C. Thesis Track (9 credits)
- RSCH 612 - Proposal Design Credits: 2
- RSCH 620 - Educational and Psychological Statistics I Credits: 3
- RSCH 635 - Thesis Credits: 4-12
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(must complete 4 credits to meet program requirements)
D. Independent Study Track (4 credits)
- RSCH 625 - Independent Study Proposal Design Credits: 2
- AEXS 692 - Independent Study in Applied Exercise Science Credits: 2
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(must complete 2 credits to meet program requirements)
A. Clinical Exercise Physiology Requirements (21 credits)
The Clinical Exercise Physiology program is CAAHEP accredited. The objectives of the Clinical Exercise Physiology track within the Exercise Physiology Program are as follows:
1. To prepare individuals to be competent entry level clinical exercise physiologist (i.e., practitioners)
2. To equip students with the knowledge and skills to further their education either in the medical field or to become clinical researchers
All students within this track are required to complete 600 hrs of internships accumulated by working in different settings including cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, musculoskeletal etc. The program is designed to prepare students for the ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist exam.
- AEXS 613 - Exercise for Special Populations Credits: 3
- AEXS 672 - Medical Physiology Credits: 3
- AEXS 675 - Graded Exercise Testing and Electrocardiography Credits: 3
- AEXS 692 - Independent Study in Applied Exercise Science Credits: 2
- AEXS 695 - Internship in Clinical Exercise Physiology I Credits: 1
- AEXS 696 - Internship in Clinical Exercise Physiology II Credits: 1
- AEXS 697 - Internship in Clinical Exercise Physiology III Credits: 1
- HLTH 601 - Health Behavior Credits: 3
- PHTH 550 - Clinical Pharmacology Credits: 3
- SMRT 679 - Performance and Personnel Management for Sport Credits: 3
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The CEP track offers students the option of doing a thesis or an independent study. The thesis is recommended for those students who want to have an easier path to pursing a doctorate in the future. The independent study option is recommended for students who plan on becoming practitioners with no intention of pursuing further advanced study. Students who choose the independent study option do not take RCSH 620 but are given the option of choosing two selectives from a menu of course offering.
The research requirement for the independent study option is as follows: - RSCH 610 - Foundations and Methods of Research Credits: 3
- RSCH 626 - Research Project Credits: 2-4
Deadline
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis prior to the start of the intended term of entry.
Cost
| Graduate Program Courses | $1,105 per credit |
| Approximate total cost for Thesis Track (39 credits) | $43,095 |
| Approximate total cost for Independent Study (34 credits) | $37,570 |
| Graduate Student Fee* | $385 |
| Enrollment Deposit | $300 |
All approximate costs above are based on 2020-21 academic year costs.
*The graduate student fee (full time) includes the following costs for the 2020-21 academic year.
- Student Government Fee: $20
- Community Engagement Fee: $35
- Recreation Fee: $315
- Class Dues: $15
The graduate student fee (part-time) is $85 per semester.
