Movement Science Degree, Exercise Science Concentration, B.S.

Major

Part of the

Sports Medicine and Human Performance Department

Overview

The Exercise Science Program is accredited by the Commission of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) through the Commission on the Accreditation of the Exercise Sciences (CoAES). CAAHEP accredited programs are assessed on an ongoing basis to assure that they meet the Standards and Guidelines of students seeking employment in the health, fitness and exercise industry as adopted by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and related organizations. The Exercise Science Program is also recognized by the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) as an Education Recognition Program (ERP) that meets approved and standardized strength and conditioning & personal training curricula.

Topics Covered

Professional Issues in Exercise Science
Exercise Injuries: Prevention and Treatment
Principles of Group Exercise
Principles of Strength and Conditioning
Fitness Assessment & Exercise Prescription
Organization and Administration in Exercise Science
Fitness Rehabilitation for Special Populations

Commission on Accrediation of Allied Health Education Programs & ESCA Education Recognition Program

Program Highlights

The Exercise Science Program provides students with practical experience as well as academic preparation to become professionals in exercise science positions in commercial, corporate, and hospital settings or to continue in related graduate work. Students concentrating in Exercise Science are prepared for nationally recognized certifications, specifically those offered by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

120

credits
Prep for

National Certification
Personalized

INTERNSHIPS

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program students will have met the academic requirements necessary to sit for an examination for a nationally recognized certification in exercise and sport science.

2023 Program Outcomes:

Culminating Experience Pass Rate: 100%
National Certification Exam Pass Rate: 100%
Graduate Positive Placement: 100%

Admission Requirements

Once in the Sports Medicine and Human Performance Major students must apply to be formally accepted into the program.

Requirements

Learning Outcomes

Students will understand and demonstrate cultural competence.
Students will understand the need for and will demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communications and be able to utilize different forms of current technology.
Students will use reflective practices to plan, implement and evaluate program, personal, community and professional goals.
Students will demonstrate an ability to explain the relevance of scientific and theoretical knowledge appropriate to his/her chosen field of study to everyday problems.
Students will utilize critical inquiry to advance knowledge and apply that knowledge to practice.
Students will understand the importance of and will engage in professional behaviors including pursuit of appropriate credentials.
Students will understand the role of Physical Activity in the Health and Wellness of individuals across the lifespan.
Students will value and participate in Civic Engagement.