A focus on health and wellness
Interested in athletic training? Human development and family science? Teaching health & P.E.? Pursuing a minor in coaching? Welcome to health & human sciences at Bridgewater College.
With a master of science in athletic training; majors in health and exercise science, human development and family science and more; exceptional facilities; and highly trained faculty, the department of health & human sciences offers a variety of exciting options for your degree at BC.
Explore our master’s program in athletic training – you can graduate with both your master’s and bachelor’s in just five years. Or you might decide to pursue human development and family science (HDFS) in conjunction with our secondary teacher education program. Our graduates in HDFS have a 100% first-time pass rate on the PRAXIS II.
Check out our pre-professional opportunities for occupational therapy, physical therapy and physician assistant programs. Start your career in any number of exciting, growing fields through a health and human sciences program from Bridgewater College.
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Master of Science in Athletic Training
Develop your skills in athletic training, and see what rigorous preparation can do for your AT career. Through the Bridgewater College Master of Athletic Training (MSAT) program, you’ll delve deeply into the profession, gaining real-world experience on campus and at a variety of clinical sites.
Minors, pre-professional and certifications
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Meet our Faculty
Questions? Contact Us!
Dr. Donna Hoskins, Department Chair
540-828-5458
dhoskins@bridgewater.edu