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Our department offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Education, Human Performance, or Leisure Studies. Our focus on diverse curriculums provide an excellent foundation for graduates of the program to pursue careers in health, sports, medicine or related fields. Students from other schools and colleges can Minor within our department in Community Health, Maternal & Child Health and Sports Administration. 

Health Studies

Health Education

Promote good health and healthy lifestyles throughout our nation's diverse communities with a focus on Community Health or Maternal and Child Health. 

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Human Performance

Develop a working knowledge of the effects of exercise on the structure and function of varying physiological systems with a focus on Sports Medicine.

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Leisure Studies

Utilize skills related to planning, organizing, directing, controlling, budgeting, leading, and evaluating within the context of an organization or department whose primary product or service is related to sports and/or physical activity with a concentration on Sports Management.

Health, Human Performance & Leisure Studies
600 Girard Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20059
Phone: (202) 806-7142

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