Within the liberal arts tradition of The University of Montana and mission of the College of Education and Human Sciences, the HHP department faculty, staff and students engage in professional education, scholarly activity and meaningful public service. The department emphasizes all dimensions of health and human movement to enhance longevity and the quality of life.
If helping people develop their potential for a healthy lifestyle is the career you're after, then the Department of Health and Human Performance at The University of Montana can start you on the right track. Our primary focus is to advance and disseminate knowledge about the promotion of healthy lifestyle choices and behaviors, the enhancement of human movement and enriching the quality of life.
Within our department, we offer three specialization options in HHP and an academic major in athletic training, each leading to a bachelor's degree and preparing you for a satisfying career in a health or human performance-related field:
At the conclusion of your HHP undergraduate degree program, you may seek an entry level position in your chosen field or be fully prepared to pursue an advanced degree. Your coursework will help you to:
