Health Science and Human Performance

FLCC's Health Science and Human Performance Department promotes positive experiences in physical education and wellness by emphasizing the benefits of health, lifetime fitness, and active lifestyles. The faculty and staff who work in the department bring a mix of experience and passion for health and wellness to their roles, and are dedicated to optimizing the experience of all students within FLCC's health programs.

The department supports students who wish to work in the fields of nursing, health care, sports medicine, education, nutrition, and wellness. Students gain the skills and knowledge to pursue transfer and career opportunities through these degree programs:

Areas of Study

Health Science and Human Performance Mission Statement

The mission of the Health Science and Human Performance Department at Finger Lakes Community College is to promote positive experiences in physical education and wellness by emphasizing the benefits of health, lifetime fitness, and healthy lifestyles. 

More specifically, the department:

1. prepares students in the massage and emergency medical services programs to take state licensing and/or certification exams required for professional practice;
2. prepares students to transfer into academic disciplines related to physical education or health care with specializations in teacher education and athletic training;
3. develops  and disseminates applied knowledge in the areas of specialization;
4. provides instruction to nurture a student’s intrinsic reasons for physical activity; and
5. stimulates the student to develop interest in lifetime physical activity and an awareness of healthy lifestyle choices.

The instructors in the Health Science and Human Performance Department at Finger Lakes Community College will:

1. Provide a clear course outline at the beginning of the class.
2. Provide clear learning objectives for the course.
3. Provide clearly presented academic standards and timelines.
4. Actively participate in the course.
5. Grade student’s work in a timely fashion.
6. Be available to assist students during the office hours listed on the course outline.
7. Create a learning environment in which diverse points of view and different levels of preparation and skill are expected and respected. 

The students enrolled in courses will be expected to:

1. Read, understand and adhere to the course outline given out at the start of the semester.
2. Adhere to timelines, due dates and dates for opening and closing of modules.
3. Attend class or log-on prepared and participate in the class to the best of their ability.
4. Abide by the course requirements for attendance and tardiness.
5. Purchase the textbook(s), supplies and/or materials if required prior to the beginning of the class and complete all reading assignments.
6. Understand and abide by the Student Code of Conduct www.flcc.edu/offices/judicial. 
7. Activate an FLCC email account and monitor the account on a regular basis.

Health and Physical Education Links

• SHAPE America
• Human Kinetics
• American Heart Association
• CoAEMSP
• National Athletic Trainers' Association
• American College of Sports Medicine
• Finger Lakes Regional EMS Council