Exercise Science Program Major
The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Program prepares students to promote wellness, and regular participation in appropriate exercise and physical activity for a diverse population of individuals as exercise and fitness professionals in a variety of settings. Program graduates provide leadership, programming, and personal training in community and commercial fitness centers, YMCA and YWCA centers, hospital wellness/fitness centers, hospital cardiac rehabilitation centers, community recreation programs, corporate fitness centers, and serve as strength and conditioning coaches for athletic teams, and as personal training entrepreneurs.
The Exercise Science Program curriculum is designed to include the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Standards so that program students learn and demonstrate the ACSM knowledge, skills, and abilities that are required for ACSM Personal Trainer, and Health Instructor Certification. The EXSC Program is in the process of applying for ACSM program accreditation through the CAAHEP accreditation process.
Students in the EXSC Program participate in guided laboratory and a variety of clinical and field-based practicum experiences each semester, and an internship experiences.
