Students may choose a minor field of study, commonly called a minor, along with their major. A minor usually consists of 20 credits of study. Minors are optional, but many students find that a minor is helpful in providing greater career opportunities after graduation. The requirements for the various minors are listed within individual majors as well as in this section.
Following are the requirements for official University of Maine at Farmington minors. Contact the chairperson of the department offering the minor for an application.
*Starred courses have pre-requisites not included in the minor requirements.
Required Courses:
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BIO 150N |
Anatomy & Physiology I |
4 |
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HEA 200 |
Athletic Injuries: Prevention and Emergency Response |
4 |
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PEC 100 |
Foundations of Coaching |
2 |
|
PEC 219 |
Athletic Management and Administration |
2 |
|
PEC 225 |
Physical Training Theory and Applied Biomechanics |
4 |
Four credits from one of the following courses:
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HEA 102 |
Group Fitness Instructor Training |
2 |
|
HEA 203 |
Theory and Practice for the Personal Train |
4 |
|
HEA 241 |
Nutrition and Exercise |
4 |
|
HEA 303 |
Physiology of Exercise |
4 |
|
PEC 211 |
Coaching Methods |
2 |
A minimum of one third of the required credits must be earned at UMF for a minor to be awarded.
Total credits for the Minor: 20
