Our performance in life is directly tied to our health.

Through an emphasis on lifestyle and fitness, you can achieve greater levels of physical performance than you thought possible, while at the same time learning to competently and compassionately lead others into healthier lifestyles as well. Our online Master of Science in Health & Human Performance (MSHPP) degree program focuses on two relevant concentration areas: Health and Fitness Promotion, and Coaching and Fitness Leadership. If you want to achieve effective and ethical leadership styles in guiding individual and team performance, this is the program for you.

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Programs & Requirements

Programs & Requirements

Master of Science in Health & Human Performance (MSHHP)

This online master’s in health and human performance will provide you with an understanding of chronic disease prevention along with intervention skills to execute health promotion programs for diverse populations. In short, not only will you be better able to improve and maintain your own health and fitness, but you will also be able to effectively guide others into healthier lifestyles after completing this human performance master’s degree. Accepting that our mental and emotional wellbeing is directly linked to our physical health, by helping others improve their physical wellbeing, you will also aid in improving their mental and emotional health, increasing their potential to live more confident and successful lives.

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Mission & Goals

The mission of the online master of science and human performance program is to prepare you for an effective career in health-related vocations.

Understand the connection between lifestyle behaviors, general health, and chronic disease
Implement health and fitness assessment, intervention, and planning appropriate to diverse populations
Develop and apply effective coaching and fitness leadership strategies and styles in a physical activity context, from fitness to competitive athletic levels
Effectively communicate with and educate others on behavior changes, assessment procedures and results, and program implementation
Have a meaningful impact on the overall health and wellbeing of others, inside and outside your career
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Health & Human Performance Careers & Outcomes

All stats from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Fitness Trainer: $45,380

Fitness Trainer: $45,380

Fitness trainers and instructors lead, instruct, and motivate individuals or groups in exercise activities.

Fitness Studies Teacher: $72,650

Fitness Studies Teacher: $72,650

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Physical Therapist: $97,720

Physical Therapist: $97,720

Physical therapists help injured or ill people improve movement and manage pain.

Coach/Scout: $44,890

Coach/Scout: $44,890

Coaches teach amateur or professional athletes the skills they need to succeed at their sport. Scouts evaluate athletes as possible recruits.

Health Education Specialist: $59,990

Health Education Specialist: $59,990

Health education specialists develop programs to teach people about conditions affecting well-being.

Athletic Trainer: $53,840

Athletic Trainer: $53,840

Athletic trainers specialize in preventing, diagnosing, and treating muscle and bone injuries and illnesses.

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Common Questions

A master’s degree in health and human performance prepares students to enhance physical health and wellness through fitness promotion, chronic disease prevention, and coaching techniques. This degree provides the skills needed to lead health programs and promote healthy lifestyles.

Typically, the master’s program requires 30 credit hours and can be completed in about two years, depending on your pace and course load.

Yes, the master’s in health and human performance is available fully online, offering flexibility for working professionals or those with other commitments.

Yes, this degree is valuable for those looking to advance in health-focused careers, such as fitness training, health education, and athletic coaching. It provides a solid foundation in health leadership and disease prevention.

With this degree, you can pursue roles as a fitness trainer, health educator, athletic trainer, physical therapist, or coach. These roles allow you to make a positive impact on individuals’ health and wellness.

To earn this degree, you’ll need to complete 30 credit hours of coursework, focusing on fitness, health promotion, and leadership in health programs. Applications generally require a bachelor’s degree and may include transcripts and relevant experience.

The program can be challenging, as it combines scientific knowledge of health and fitness with leadership skills. However, with dedication and interest in health, many students find the content engaging and manageable.

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Faculty Experts

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Dr. Anita Bowman

Dr. Anita Bowman

Professor / Program Director
Health, Exercise and Sport Science
Master's in Coaching
Master Health & Human Performance

Dr. Anita Bowman

Contact Information

anita.bowman [at] ucumberlands.edu
Luecker Building
Dr. Eric Stephens

Dr. Eric Stephens

Professor
Master Health & Human Performance
Master's in Coaching
Psychology

Dr. Eric Stephens

Contact Information

eric.stephens [at] ucumberlands.edu
Luecker Annex 156
Dr. Ann Livengood

Dr. Ann Livengood

Adjunct Faculty
Health, Exercise and Sport Science
Master Health & Human Performance
Master's in Coaching

Dr. Ann Livengood

Contact Information

ann.livengood [at] ucumberlands.edu

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