School of Exercise Science & Sport

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www.millikin.edu/ess

Barbara Broadbear, Director • (217) 420-6798

Exercise Science & Sport Faculty

Full-Time: Joel Blanco, Barb Broadbear, Tina Cloney, Traci Hayward, Tisha Hess, Matthew Munjoy
Administrative Assistant: Andrea Ohl

Developing skills, habits, and attitudes that promote health and wellness is strongly recommended for all students. The School of Exercise Science & Sport prepares professionals to provide care for athletes, direct physical education in school settings, and lead fitness and sport organizations.

Accreditation and Approval

A recent mandate from the Strategic Alliance (NATA, CAATE, BOC) requires the entry-level degree into the athletic training profession to be at the master’s level. In accordance with the mandate, the School of Exercise Science and Sport is no longer offering the baccalaureate program in Athletic Training but is beginning a new Master of Science in Athletic Training Program with master level courses beginning in August of 2024.

Students who are interested in pursuing Athletic Training should enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science major. Please contact the Director of the School of Exercise Science and Sport for more information.

The Millikin University Physical Education (K-12 Specialist Licensure) program is an Illinois State Board of Education Approved Program for the Preparation of Educational Personnel in Illinois Institutions of Higher Education.

Degree Programs

Students may elect a program leading to either the Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), or Master of Science (MS) degree. The school offers four major programs:

• Exercise Science (BS)
• Physical Education (K-12 Specialist Licensure) (BS)
• Sport & Recreation Management (BS)
• Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) 

School Mission

The School of Exercise Science & Sport prepares students to become professionals who effectively apply exercise science and sport concepts in varied approaches and environments with the goal of influencing health, fitness, healing, performance, and overall wellness. The intentional combination of classroom instruction and performance opportunities encourages students to acquire the knowledge and skills to achieve professional success and engage the community in professional service.

School Policies

Students shall refer to the program handbooks for specific guidelines related to each major.

Liability Insurance

The university provides liability insurance to cover Millikin University School of Exercise Science and Sport majors. This insurance only covers students in specified agencies during university-sponsored experiences when students are under the direction of the program’s preceptors.

Miscellaneous Expenses

Students should be aware of additional miscellaneous expenses associated with ESS majors. The following is a list of common ESS student expenses. Costs vary by year. Some costs* are included in lab or assessment fees each semester.

• Transportation to off campus sites
• Certification Exam fees*
• Graduation Fee
• Optional Graduation Expenses (robe rental, graduation invitations, etc.)
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Drug and/or TB Screenings (if required by an agency)
• Flu and/or Covid Vaccinations (if required by an agency)

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