2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

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Advising for students interested in the pre-occupational therapy program is done by Scott Drum, Ph.D., in the School of Health and Human Performance, 906-227-2195; email: sdrum@nmu.edu.

Students interested in a career in occupational therapy (OT) will need to complete graduate studies in occupational therapy after completing a baccalaureate degree program at NMU. Occupational therapy students must complete either an entry-level Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) or an entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) degree program before they can become a licensed occupational therapist. Note, hereafter, MSOT and OTD programs will collectively be termed *OT*. It’s up to individual students to apply to OT schools of their choice - whether a school infers a Master’s or Doctorate degree at this time does not affect becoming a licensed OT.

While students may enroll in any baccalaureate degree program at NMU, there are specific prerequisite requirements for admission into OT programs. Generally, these prerequisites include coursework in biology, chemistry, statistics, physics, psychology, and neuroscience. At NMU, the pre-occupational therapy adviser works with students to understand the specific requirements of the various OT programs around the country and helps students tailor their baccalaureate degree with the appropriate prerequisite courses. Because of the overlap between OT program prerequisites and the NMU baccalaureate degrees in Sports Science, Biology, or Psychology many students choose one of these majors.

An undergraduate education at NMU provides students with the level of rigor required for admission into an OT program.

In general, the following coursework at NMU is suggested to cover most pre-requisites for entrance into OT programs. However, we suggest that each pre-OT student research their chosen school(s) as needed and create a list of potential pre-requisite courses that can be taken as electives or to fulfill the Cluster Minor if part of the Sports Science major.

*What is the difference between an entry-level master's and an entry-level doctoral degree in occupational therapy?

Both degree levels are currently routes of entry to the profession, prepare graduates to be entry-level practitioners, and are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE©). The doctoral degree offers additional semesters of study focusing on clinical practice skills, research skills, administration, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, education, and theory development. Both degree levels require Level I and Level II fieldwork experiences. In addition, doctoral students must also complete an experiential component (16 weeks) and culminating project. (From the American Occupational Therapy Association)

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For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/occupational-therapists.htm

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The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Welding Technology is designed to prepare graduates for a career as a welding technician in the fabrication, construction, and manufacturing industries. The program includes hands-on application of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and gas metal arc welding (GMAW).The students will also be exposed to inspection procedures, safety skills, and basic robotic programming and welding skills.

Students completing this degree must achieve a minimum grade of "C" for each required course in the technical core to meet graduation requirements.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Technology and Occupational Sciences, College of department page.

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Athletic Training at NMU

This program is offered in two formats:
1) 3 + 2 Program - students complete an undergraduate degree in Sports Science and a Master's degree in Athletic Training.
2) Stand-Alone Master's in Athletic Training - for students who have already completed a Bachelor's degree.

The School of Health and Human Performance offers a CAATE accredited master of science degree in athletic training. The athletic training master’s degree will be offered through a 3 + 2 program that will award the student a bachelor of science (in sports science) degree and a master of science in Athletic Training when completed.  These students will meet all pre-admission requirements at NMU and apply to the master’s program during the fall semester of their third year. If accepted, the student will begin the master’s program in the summer between their third and fourth years.

Students wishing to transfer into this program will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Students who have already completed a baccalaureate degree either at NMU or at another institution may also apply for admission. 

Program Requirements

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Pre-Professional Programs department page.

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The Indoor Agriculture program is a collaborative approach among multiple departments and academic programs to create the first known higher education interdisciplinary Indoor Agriculture program. Students will learn about processes involved in growing and developing food and/or other plants in an indoor setting - including, but not limited to: space design and construction, facility maintenance, climate control systems, plant biology, and design of different types of indoor agriculture systems (including hydroponics, aquaponics, aeroponics), chemical and nutritional makeup of different plant types, basic business and accounting practices.  

Indoor Agriculture majors must achieve a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and a GPA of 2.25 in technical concentration courses. 

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Students pursuing the Sport and Fitness Management minor will have courses in Accounting, Management and Marketing which will provide a strong business foundation for future careers in the sport / fitness industry. In addition, students will take advanced coursework that directly applies the business concepts, and theories to the sport and fitness industry.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Health and Human Performance, School of department page.

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Students pursuing the Sport Performance and Fitness Leadership minor will take coursework that will provide them with skills and knowledge to be successful in a variety of potential careers including, Strength and Conditioning, Personal Training, Group Exercise Instruction, and Sport Specific Training. Students will have courses that prepare them to take certification exams that include the NSCA – CSCS, NSCA – CPT, ACSM GEI, which assist in future employment opportunities.20-21

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Health and Human Performance, School of department page.

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Provides an introduction to the knowledge and skills to help support careers in clinical exercise sciences including: clinical exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, gerontology, and medically supervised fitness.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Health and Human Performance, School of department page.

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For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Music department page.

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The Insurance and Risk Management major provides students with basic competency in the functional areas of insurance and risk management. The program provides students with an educational foundation that is needed to prepare for professional exams and national licenses in individual and commercial insurance, and risk management. This major combines the applications of analytical skills to the challenges in the commercial insurance industry. This program leads to careers in business, insurance, and risk management.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Business, College of department page.

For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/financial-analysts.htm

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