Center for Health and Sport Sciences

This former residence hall was converted to a learning center and opened in the fall of 2015.

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🎓 Graduate Programs in Health and Sport Sciences

Master of Science in Athletic Training

The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) combines a liberal education base with professional academic and clinical experiences necessary to qualify a student to sit for the Board of Certification examination. The clinical experiences involve, but are not limited to, assignments from collegiate, high school, clinical, pediatric, geriatric, recreational, theater, equine and other unique settings.

Master of Science in Allied Health

Health and wellness professionals are in great demand as corporate wellness programs increase and more emphasis is placed on controlling healthcare costs. But it is a highly competitive field. A Master of Science in Allied Health in Exercise and Health Science from Otterbein University will help you stand out and help maximize your career potential.

⭐ Other Health & Sport Sciences Highlights

Biomechanics Lab

This state-of-the-art 3D motion capture lab allows Otterbein students and faculty in the Department of Health and Sport Sciences and the Department of Engineering to work collaboratively to understand more about human movement. Students use the technology within their curriculum and have labs and projects take place in the Institute as early as their sophomore year. Students also work individually and in small groups to complete research projects. This experience of getting to work closely with a faculty member on a meaningful project is what Otterbein is all about!

🏈 Academic Departments at the Center for Health and Sport Sciences

Department of Health and Sport Sciences

The Department of Health and Sport Sciences works to prepare students to become competent, self-directed professionals through sound curricular programming, dedicated faculty, and outstanding facilities and equipment.

Otterbein's Department of Health & Sport Sciences offers undergraduate programs in the following areas:
- Allied Health Pre-Athletic Training (major)
- Exercise and Health Promotion (major and minor)
- Nutrition (minor)
- Public Health Education (major)
- Sport Management (major and minor)

The Department of Health & Sport Sciences is also affiliated with the Race & Ethnic Studies interdisciplinary minor.

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