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Dec 03, 2024
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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Exercise Science Major, B.S.
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Exercise Science Major
This major is designed for students interested in the fitness and exercise science professions. Examples of professions in the fitness and exercise science field include: cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, physical medicine clinics, research, public and private industry wellness programs, worksite health promotion, recreation center wellness, strength and conditioning, and personal training for general and special populations.
Students who are interested in careers in exercise physiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or as a physician’s assistant will find that the exercise science curriculum provides a solid foundation and includes many required prerequisites for those programs.
A grade of “C” or better is required for each course in this program to count toward the bachelor’s degree.
Written Communication: 6 credits
See the General Studies section of this catalog for approved courses.
Oral Communication: 3 credits
See the General Studies section of this catalog for approved courses. Quantitative Literacy: 3 credits
See the General Studies section of this catalog for approved courses. Arts and Humanities: 6 credits
See the General Studies section of this catalog for approved courses.** Historical: 3 credits
See the General Studies section of this catalog for approved courses. Natural and Physical Sciences: 8 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences I: 3 credits
See the General Studies section of this catalog for approved courses.
Social and Behavioral Sciences II: 3 credits
Global Diversity: 0 or 3 credits
See the General Studies section of this catalog for approved courses. General Studies Total: minimum of 35-38 credits
Multicultural: 3 credits
See the Multicultural section of this catalog for approved courses. Theory and Application Courses
Students must choose one course from the following:
Minor
Students are required to complete a minor approved by an Exercise Science program advisor.
Total: 18 credits minimum
Summary of minimum required Credits for the Exercise Science major
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General Studies Requirement
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35 credits
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Multicultural Requirement
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3 credits
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Global Diversity Requirement
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0-3 credits
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Exercise Science Courses
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52 credits
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Approved Minor
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18 credits
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Suggested Electives
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12 credits
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Total for Exercise Science degree program
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120 credits
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Notes:
Students must have a 2.75 major GPA and must have completed all Exercise Science major courses in order to be eligible for an internship.
All students who are pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science are required to complete a professional certification prior to graduation. The certification must be either 1) Certified Exercise Physiologist - American College of Sports Medicine, or 2) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - National Strength and Conditioning Association or permission of instructor. All courses in the program will prepare the student for the certification.
The department recommends that students take HPS 2060 - Emergency Rescue/First Responder & CPR or verify equivalent certification.
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