Korean
Division of Sports & Exercise Rehabilitation Major
Division of Sports & Exercise Rehabilitation Major
(Undeclared Major Division – Sports Exercise Rehabilitation Major & University Articulation Program)
- Location: East Campus, University Main Building (E4), Room 304-3
- Phone Number : +82-42-629-6911
- Admissions Contact : Prof. Jae-Hak Lee +82-42-629-6257 / Prof. Sang-Kyun Park +82-42-629-6998
Vision & Objectives
- Vision
- Nurturing future-oriented talents through integrated majors focused on the field of sports.
- Educational Objectives
- To foster sports rehabilitation professionals who can contribute to performance enhancement and physical fitness in elite and recreational sports fields. This program emphasizes practical education tailored to lifelong employability in response to social demands and allows students flexibility in choosing a major, cultivating future-ready individuals.
Major Overview
Sports Exercise Rehabilitation Major
This major aims to train athletic trainers (ATs), exercise rehabilitation specialists, and sports instructors who can lead training and rehabilitation in elite and recreational sports settings.
- Practice-centered education focusing on health rehabilitation knowledge and hands-on skills.
- Development of personalized exercise programs to prevent musculoskeletal issues and adult diseases across all life stages.
- Training in basic rehabilitation programs that restore and improve musculoskeletal functions caused by lifestyle diseases and injuries.
- Systematic education combining health science theory and practical exercise courses to produce skilled professionals in rehabilitation.
- Advanced tracks include aquatic rehabilitation and corrective exercise, as well as martial arts & sports instruction (Taekwondo, Judo, Jiu-jitsu).
University Articulation Undeclared Major
Designed to provide flexibility in major selection, enabling students to become adaptable professionals.
- After completing general and foundational courses in the first semester, students can choose their major based on their interests and aptitudes.
- Linked with Woosong University, allowing priority admission into partnered programs.
- Free choice among 39 majors, including 13 Woosong University transfer articulation majors.
Career Paths After Graduation
Sports Exercise Rehabilitation Major
- Athletic trainers for professional/national teams
- Health and fitness centers (gym, pilates, yoga)
- Youth sports centers, swimming pools
- Rehabilitation hospitals and clinics, oriental medicine clinics
- Public health centers, growth clinics, geriatric hospitals, pain management centers
- Martial arts instructors (Taekwondo, Judo, Jiu-jitsu, Hapkido), fitness and public/private sports facility instructors
- International Taekwondo instructors, sports management professionals, military officers, security industry
Relevant Certifications
- Nationally Certified Sports Instructors (General, Special, Senior, Youth)
- Certified Health Exercise Manager
- Sports Instructor for Seniors, Youth, and People with Disabilities
- U.S. Certifications: ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine), NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association), NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
- Martial arts black belts (Taekwondo, Judo, Jiu-jitsu, Hapkido)
- Exercise prescription, sports taping, sports massage, CPR certification