Students interested in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy should enroll in the Bachelor of Health Sciences (concentration in Exercise and Sport Science) at IU Kokomo. By selecting appropriate elective courses, students can then complete the admission requirementsfor the Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) at IUPUI (http://shrs.iupui.edu/physical_therapy/admissions/).

Students are advised to consult with their advisors, Health Science faculty members, and the IUPUI DPT website regarding admission requirements including courses, required grades and other admission requirements.

Nutritional Science is another key component to a healthy life.  Everyone needs food and nutrition to sustain life. Courses in this concentration include both traditional didactic material and experiential learning through our nutrition laboratory.  Students study a variety of nutritional science that include how the body metabolizes of nutrients, food preparation, global sustainability, medical therapy, food as an art, and nutrition for chronic diseases and weight management.   https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dietitians-and-nutritionists.htm