Clinical Exercise Physiology (Professional Program: DCEP)
Admission Requirements
- Prior Degrees Applicants must possess a Master of Arts or Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or like degrees. Students must also have had at least 100 hours of experience working in a clinical setting (i.e., cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation, community wellness, adult physical fitness programs, cardiopulmonary exercise stress testing).
- Prerequisite Courses It is highly recommended that prospective students have taken courses in the following areas: electrocardiography; advanced exercise testing, interpretation and prescription; and advanced exercise physiology.
- Grade Point Average Minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00 in Master's program.
- Test Required None.
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English Proficiency Additional information on the English proficiency test requirement for international students can be found on the UIC Admissions website. Minimum test scores for this program are:
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Minimum English Competency Test Scores Exam Score Reading Listening Speaking Writing TOEFL iBT 80 19 17 20 21 IELTS Academic 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 PTE Academic 54 51 47 53 56
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- UIC Application and Transcripts Required.
- Personal Statement Required. A 300- to 500-word personal statement, in which the applicant addresses their desire to attend the professional doctorate program and how they intend to apply their newly acquired skills.
- Letters of Recommendation Required. Two letters in support of the application from people who can comment meaningfully on the applicant's work in academic and professional settings.
- Additional Requirements for International Applicants Please consult the International Requirements page for a list of credentials and requirements, including the following items.
- Financial Documents See the PT Department website for details.
- Academic Translations See the PT Department website for details.
Degree Requirements
- Minimum Semester Hours Required 50-52 hours from the Master's degree.
- Coursework
Code | Title | Hours |
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Degree Course Sequence | ||
Fall Semester (18 Hours) | ||
Nutrition for Healthy Living | ||
Healthy Living Medicine for Diabetes and Other Metabolic Disorders | ||
Professional Development I | ||
Clinical Education Experience I | ||
Cardiovascular Imaging and Research Methods I | ||
Spring Semester (18 Hours) | ||
Control of Posture and Locomotion | ||
or PT 550 | Teaching Approaches and Strategies | |
Behavioral Counseling for Healthy Living | ||
Healthy Living Medicine for the Clinically Complex Patient | ||
Clinical Education Experience II | ||
Cardiovascular Imaging and Research Methods II | ||
Ultrasound Clinical Rotation I | ||
Summer Session (14-16 Hours) | ||
Professional Development II | ||
Clinical Education Experience III | ||
Ultrasound Clinical Rotation II | ||
Project in Clinical Exercise Physiology |
- Grade Point Average Minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00 in all courses completed for the degree is required.
- Portfolio Required. The portfolio is a record of learning that occurs outside of coursework and reflects the learning process of an individual student.