Exercise and Human Performance
Division: STEM and Health Professions
Division Chair: Kristopher Baker, kbaker@sunyrockland.edu
Department Chair: Patricia Zodda, pzodda@sunyorkcland.edu
Department Support Staff: Karen Griffith, kgriffit@sunyrockland.edu
Department Office: Fieldhouse, Room 5121, Phone: 845-574-4451
Why Study Exercise and Human Performance?
Exercise is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle. Rockland Community College offers a variety of Exercise and Human Performance courses that will provide the student with the ability to sustain lifelong wellness through appropriate practices applicable to their personal interest.
Students interested in a degree in physical education can begin their educational goals by pursuing the Human Performance Studies degree at Rockland Community College.
Related disciplines Human Performance Studies and Fitness Specialist.
Occupational Objectives:
Students who wish to pursue careers in physical education can continue their education by transferring to a four-year institution. Upon completion of their education students can obtain positions in education, athletic training, fitness and other related areas.
5 Top Reasons
To Study Exercise and Human Performance at RCC:
- VALUE: Affordable tuition for a high-quality education. Scholarships are also available.
- SUPPORT: Dedicated faculty. Small class sizes allow more individual attention. Free tutoring.
- CAREER: The AS in Human Performance Studies at RCC serves as a foundation toward career options in multiple recreation and wellness fields.
- TRANSFER: Seamless transfer to continue your studies for a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, or other fitness/wellness- related fields.
- FLEXIBLE: PE theory and activity courses at RCC serve as preparation for many higher-level courses at four-year institutions.
Opportunities at Rockland Community College:
Our 90,000-square-foot Fieldhouse includes a fitness center, basketball courts, human performance lab, racquetball courts, and a half-Olympic-size swimming pool. There are 11 sports teams, with golf, baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis and bowling for men and soccer, basketball, volleyball, bowling and tennis for women. You can join intramural programs for sports or get involved in more than 30 other student clubs and organizations.
Discipline Goals:
The Exercise and Human Performance discipline will provide students with the knowledge base to take control of their lifelong personal health and wellness. Students will be able to effectively manage their personal health and well-being, promote physical activity to those around them, and incorporate what they have learned into their daily living.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of courses in exercise and human performance, students will be able to:
- Develop fundamental concepts that promote lifelong health and wellness with a sense of confidence and expertise
- Demonstrate a variety of skills necessary to plan and safely execute physical activities aligned with their personal interest
- Develop a variety of skills related to learning how to monitor and evaluate various health and related indicators