Health and Human Performance
February 18, 2022 2025-09-09 20:07Health and Human Performace
Health & Human Performance at Rocky Mountain College
At Rocky Mountain College, Health & Human Performance is more than a major, it’s an exploration of how the human body moves, recovers, and thrives. Our programs blend scientific rigor, hands-on experience, and mentorship, all while preparing you for impactful careers in health, wellness, teaching, coaching, and performance.
No matter your professional goal—improving community health, fostering athletic excellence, teaching in schools, or preparing for health professions—you’ll chart your own path at Rocky. Through engaging labs and mentored field experiences, you’ll join a campus community where curiosity and ambition are celebrated.
You’ll make connections with local professionals and organizations, gain confidence through direct engagement beyond the classroom, and graduate with both practical skills and meaningful connections.
Why Choose Health & Human Performance at Rocky
Here, you’ll actively learn by doing, working side by side with professionals in physical therapy clinics, athletic departments, hospitals, gyms, and classrooms. Our faculty are invested in your growth, providing personal guidance and support throughout your journey and well after graduation.
Rocky’s partnerships across Montana and beyond mean plenty of opportunities for internships, research projects, and specialized placements. As you grow, you build a professional network while discovering your leadership style and strengths.
88%
of students are placed in internships
99%
of students receive scholarships or grants
Major and Minor Learning Outcomes
Graduates of Health & Human Performance programs at Rocky Mountain College are prepared to inspire, educate, and lead in health, wellness, and human performance. You’ll learn the science of movement, nutrition, injury prevention, and wellness, and sharpen skills in problem-solving, communication, and ethical decision-making.
Our students are encouraged to think critically, adapt to diverse populations, and pursue lifelong learning. You’ll leave ready to make a positive impact—no matter the path you choose.
$77k
average annual pay for Health and Human Performance degree in Montana according to ZipRecruiter
Coursework and Requirements
Your journey begins with foundational classes in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, kinesiology, exercise science, and more. As you progress, you can tailor your studies to your interests: focus on Human Performance, Health Science, or prepare to teach Health and Human Performance in K–12 schools. Add minors such as Exercise Science or Coaching, or pair your program with popular double majors like Education, Psychology, Business, or Biology.
Information
Majors:
Health and Human Performance
Health & Human Performance K–12 Education
Minors:
Coaching
Exercise Science
K-12 Physical Education
Concentration
Human Performance
Health Sciences
- Contact
- Call: (406) 657-1026
- Text: (406) 606-6440
- Email: admissions@rocky.edu
Flexible by Design
Health & Human Performance at Rocky is exceptionally customizable. Many students choose to combine this program with degrees or minors in Education, Biology, Psychology, Business, Coaching, or other fields, preparing them for unique and versatile careers. Whether you want to be a strength coach and a biology teacher, pursue physical therapy, or add an Exercise Science minor to your primary major, you’ll graduate with an education uniquely attuned to your ambitions.
Explore Areas in Health & Human Performance
Health Science
Health Science at Rocky Mountain College is a holistic, science-centered program that prepares you to understand the complex factors shaping wellness, disease, and healthcare delivery. Through a combination of biology, chemistry, anatomy, social sciences, and hands-on coursework, you gain the knowledge to assess and promote health at both the individual and community level.
Career Pathways:
Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapy, Athletic Trainer, Chiropractor, Health Educator, Physician Assistant, Wellness Program Director, Pharmaceutical Sales, and Medical Doctor
Pair With:
Biology, Psychology, Business, Education, or a minor in Coaching or Exercise Science.
Health and Human Performance
The Human Performance program is rooted in kinesiology, sport science, and applied exercise knowledge. Students explore how the body moves and adapts, learning to design and deliver evidence-based training and wellness programs. Courses span biomechanics, physiology, nutrition, injury prevention, and psychology of performance, complemented by abundant practical and laboratory experience.
Career Pathways:
Strength & Conditioning Coach, Community Health Specialist, Exercise Physiologist, Sports Performance Consultant, Sports Scientist, Personal Trainer, Corporate Wellness Director, and Research Assistant
Pair With:
Business (for facility management), Psychology (for mental performance), Biology, Coaching, or minors in Education or Exercise Science.
Health & Human Performance K–12 Education
This track is designed for future educators who want to make a difference in schools. You’ll blend exercise science, health, and teaching methods, preparing to lead physical education and health classes—and to coach—in elementary, middle, and high schools.
Career Pathways:
K–12 Health/PE Teacher, Athletic Coach, School Wellness Coordinator, Youth Program Director
Pair With:
Education (double major), Coaching, Psychology
Coaching
The Coaching minor equips you to motivate and manage athletes with effectiveness and care. Courses cover leadership philosophy, safety, injury prevention, skill acquisition, planning practices, and ethical issues in coaching. You’ll gain practical strategies for working with diverse ages and abilities and learn how to build a winning culture in sports at any level.
Career Pathways:
Head/Assistant Coach, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Sports Camp or Clinic Director, Athletic Program Administrator, Sports Event Management
Ideal Add-On For:
Human Performance, Health Science, Education, Business, or anyone aspiring to work with athletes or teams.
Exercise Science
The Exercise Science minor deepens your understanding of anatomy, nutrition, biomechanics, fitness assessment, and exercise programming. You’ll learn scientific principles that inform health promotion, rehabilitation, and athletic performance—bringing this expertise to whatever your primary field may be.
Career Pathways:
Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Corporate Wellness Coach, Health Club/Facility Staff or Manager
Ideal Add-On For:
Biology, Psychology, Education, Health Science, or Business, giving a professional, science-backed edge in wellness, healthcare, and sports.
Immersive Fieldwork and Career Launch
Learning at Rocky Mountain College extends beyond the campus. You’ll gain classroom experience from your first year, partnering with local schools, instructional mentors, and peers. By graduation, you’re ready to step confidently into your own classroom, as a sought-after educator and leader.
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Ready to inspire the next generation?
Information
Majors:
Health and Human Performance
Health & Human Performance K–12 Education
Minors:
Coaching
Exercise Science
K-12 Physical Education
Concentration
Human Performance
Health Sciences
- Contact
- Call: (406) 657-1026
- Text: (406) 606-6440
- Email: admissions@rocky.edu
