Health, Physical Education, Exercise Science & Recreation Department

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Health, Physical Education, Exercise Science & Recreation Department

Students can meet their wellness requirements – and discover strategies for a more active, healthy life – from the Health, Physical Education, Exercise Science & Recreation (HPER) Department faculty.

Who We Are

Students with a passion for fitness and health can pursue an associate's or bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. Students can also earn an associate's in Community Health. Fitness Specialist and Coaching certifications are additional options.

The Health, Physical Education, Exercise Science & Recreation (HPER) Department’s courses offer inspiration (Wellness for Life, Yoga), lifesaving skills (First Aid and CPR) and high-energy fun (Weight Training, Bowling).

Students who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in health and wellness can get a head start at Anoka-Ramsey in community health, fitness specialist and coaching.

Course Descriptions
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Admissions | 763-433-1300
Dean Scott R. Stankey | 763-433-1396

Meet Mikhail Morrison

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Meet Mikhail Morrison
Exercise Science Program
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Degrees & Certificates We Offer

Courses offered range from CPR and Yoga to Weight Training and Sports Management.

The department offers two degrees and two certificates:

Free Wellness Program for Current Students!

Bring your student ID to the Fitness Center at the Cambridge Campus or the Health and Wellness Center at the Coon Rapids Campus for free programs and use of equipment.

Meet Our Students and Alumni

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    Arts & Communication
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    "Anoka-Ramsey is close to where I live and it has a great reputation."

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    Patty Koljonen
    Allied Health & Nursing
    Integrative Health and Healing
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    "The best aspect of Anoka-Ramsey Community College is the people. They simply make the learning experience enjoyable."

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    Dylan Herbst
    Allied Health & Nursing
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    "I was quite nervous during the transition from high-school to college. The faculty here worked with me and the process was very smooth. I was sitting in class working toward my future aspirations in no time."

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