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DEPARTMENT OF

ALLIED HEALTH AND KINESIOLOGY

About the Department

The Department of Allied Health and Kinesiology prepares students to advance health, rehabilitation, and human performance across the lifespan. Through hands-on clinical experience, lab training, and research, students learn from accomplished faculty and practitioners in a collaborative environment.

The Allied Health and Kinesiology faculty brings together academic expertise and real-world clinical experience. As educators, researchers, and practitioners, they work closely with students through mentorship, hands-on learning, and applied research, creating a supportive environment that prepares graduates to succeed in dynamic careers in health and human performance.

The Student Experience

In the department, you’ll have access to the resources and opportunities you’ll need to enhance and extend your education.

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Applicants are encouraged to speak with representatives in the Office of Student Financial Services (516-463-8000) to inquire about need-based aid and other resources to finance their degree. Matriculated students may also apply for a variety of campus jobs, which are continually updated on the Hofstra portal.

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Our programs include a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees, minors, and accelerated and dual-degree program options, which allow you to earn both an undergraduate and graduate degree in 5-6 years.

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Students majoring in athletic training or exercise physiology can pursue internships at health and fitness centers; physical therapy and chiropractic clinics; cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation clinics; strength and conditioning and elite performance facilities; corporate wellness programs; and medical, collegiate, and secondary school settings.

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WHERE HEALTH MEETS HUMAN POTENTIAL

Study the systems that move the human body and prepare to make a measurable impact in the world of health.