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The department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science provides undergraduate and graduate degree programs and specializations in four primary areas.
At the undergraduate level there are two degree programs: Bachelor of Education in Physical Education Teacher Education and Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science.
A post-baccalaureate teaching certificate is also offered in Physical Education.
The graduate level offers four tracks for a Master of Science, one Master of Education, and two tracks for a doctoral specialization in Kinesiology. The four Master of Science tracks include: Adapted Physical Education, Physical Education, Entry-level Athletic Training, and Advanced level Athletic Training. The Master of Education degree is in Counseling and Guidance with a specialization in Rehabilitation Counseling. At the doctoral level, the two tracks are in Adapted Physical Education and Sports Medicine/Exercise Science.
Careers
Career opportunities with a degree from KRS include teaching physical education, athletic training in athletic programs, youth physical activity programs, personal training, fitness, and allied health professions (e.g., physical therapy, medicine, etc) and rehabilitation counseling.
Contact Information
Nathan M. Murata, PhD., Chair
Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science
College of Education
1337 Lower Campus Road [PE/A 231]
Honolulu, HI 96822
808-956-3800 [Office] // 808-956-7976 [Fax]
Email: nmurata@hawaii.edu
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