School of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences

UCF College of Health Professions and Sciences

The School of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences at UCF includes the Athletic Training Program, Division of Kinesiology and Division of Physical Therapy. Academic programs in the school lead to a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with an Exercise and Sport Physiology Track, a Master of Science in Kinesiology, a Master of Athletic Training, an Anatomical Sciences Graduate Certificate, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a doctoral-level Applied Exercise Physiology Track.

We’re home to specialized teaching labs and equipment; the Institute of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation Science, which has dedicated facilities for research on exercise performance, human physiology and mobility; and community initiatives such as Knights on the Go Café and UCF Go Baby Go!

Our faculty members are recognized for excellence in teaching, scholarship and service in their respective disciplines both at UCF and in the global community. Our students learn to be evidence-based researchers, advocates of best practices, and/or contemporary providers in healthcare settings.

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Research Roundup: Publications by CHPS Faculty, Spring and Summer 2025
Research

Research Roundup: Publications by CHPS Faculty, Spring and Summer 2025

Students at the College of Health Professions and Sciences benefit from faculty who conduct research into a broad number of health and wellness topics, discovering new insights and creating innovation...
Knight Life @UCFCHPS Students Explore Personal Fitness and Wellness Abroad in Costa Rica
Kinesiology

Knight Life @UCFCHPS Students Explore Personal Fitness and Wellness Abroad in Costa Rica

Junior Sara Weiss spent her summer studying kinesiology and focusing on exercise under the Costa Rican sun.  Weiss studied abroad in San Jose, Costa Rica, where she took a course...
Beato Appointed to National Task Force on Specialty, Residency, and Fellowship Practice
Physical Therapy

Beato Appointed to National Task Force on Specialty, Residency, and Fellowship Practice

UCF and Orlando Health Neurologic Residency Director Morris “Rick” Beato has been appointed as the newest member of the Description of Specialty and Residency Practice Task Force of the American...

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