Minor Programs

The Department of Health and Exercise Studies offers four minors for NC State students who want to delve deeper into their HES coursework. The minors offer opportunities for students to apply the theories and knowledge they learn in practicum courses and explore career opportunities in their respective fields.

Coaching Education Minor

A coach has the ability to impact more people in one year than the average person does in a lifetime. From psychology to physiology to practical application, students learn the essential skills to become effective coaches. Whether your goal is a career in recreational, competitive or professional sports, the coaching education minor equips students for a future full of game days!

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Health Minor

Do you want to expand your knowledge of health-related topics? Do you dream of
working in a health-related career one day? If either of these applies to you, check out the health minor. This minor provides students with theories, concepts, and practical skills concerning health behavior and includes a practicum to apply theory to practice.

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Outdoor Leadership Minor

Interested in learning, living and teaching in the outdoors? The outdoor leadership minor provides diverse course offerings to explore nature and yourself through: rock climbing, canoeing, fly-fishing, mountaineering and more! You can experience and lead these adventures during your academic journey. Add the outdoor leadership minor to learn more about the art of adventuring.

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Sports Science Minor

If you are passionate about exercise programming and physiology, or are interested in a career in physical therapy or medicine, the sports science minor may be the program for you. Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, and Introduction to Athletic Training are among the courses in this minor that you can take to develop your knowledge and help others.

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