This course is important for students because it provides exposure to the development that every human being goes through, starting from conception to death. The development that an individual goes through includes physical growth and maturity, cognitive development, and socio-emotional and personality development. The life-span course approach that touches on each phase of human development through various theoretical perspectives is an important foundation for students to deepen any aspect of future psychological development.

Applied Exercise Physiology courses are designed to apply the principles of exercise physiology in a practical setting, such as in athletic training, rehabilitation, and fitness and to meet demand in the challenging field of sports and exercise science. The emphasis is on applying exercise physiology principles to help individuals achieve their performance, fitness goals and health.