Degrees, Majors, and Certificates
Undergraduate Certificate in Martial Arts
Students earning the 23 credit hour Undergraduate Certificate in Martial Arts demonstrate the motivation, discipline, and expertise to exceed the normal standards of martial arts training and teaching. The certificate program incorporates key foundation courses offered by the Department of Kinesiology, such as Structural Kinesiology, Concepts of Physical Fitness, and an Introduction to Sport Management, into the martial arts curriculum. In addition the student is guided to selected elective courses in the areas of sport management and physical fitness. Each student chooses to specialize in one of three areas of martial arts: hapkido, karate, or T'ai Chi Ch'uan. In addition, each student must attain black belt proficiency or the equivalent in at least one of the martial arts.
Special Opportunities
We offer students the opportunity to apply the theoretical and practical aspects of the martial arts while providing a service to the public/community through internships with Indiana University, local independently owned businesses, clubs, local schools, and care centers. Our students have access to several newly upgraded training sites within the HPER Building and the SRSC through credit hour instruction and Club Sports programs.
Careers
Undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in physical education, recreation, sport management, law enforcement, philosophy, social sciences, and psychology can all derive necessary skills and a solid, well-rounded education from this multidimensional program. Students who complete the Undergraduate Certificate in Martial Arts will have certification in the martial arts to teach professionally in community settings, including private clubs, fitness centers, and YMCA's.
See the requirements for this certificate
For more information, contact:
Department of Kinesiology
School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation
Indiana University
HPER 112
1025 E. Seventh Street
Bloomington, IN 47405-7109
Phone: (812) 855-5523
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