Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Exercise Science

The Department of Human Performance and Exercise Science offers a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science degree with a major in exercise science. This program prepares students for certification through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) as health/fitness specialists.

As such, graduates will be able to design safe and effective exercise prescriptions and conduct individual exercise programs, fitness testing, and health education for low- to moderate-risk individuals, individuals with controlled diseases, and individuals in special populations (e.g. pregnancy, hypertension, diabetes mellitus).

Graduates are employed in a wide variety of settings that include:

• medically based wellness programs
• corporate wellness programs
• strength and conditioning
• clinical rehabilitation programs such as cardiac rehabilitation
• public and private fitness clubs

In addition, the program serves as a strong foundation for students wishing to pursue advanced degrees in the field of exercise science or enter professional schools such as:

•  Athletic Training
•  Physical Therapy
•  Occupational Therapy
•  Physician Assistant
•  Medical school
•  Graduate degree in Exercise Science/Physiology

Learning Outcomes

The student learning outcomes for the BSAS in exercise science are as follows:

•  Students will accurately perform fitness evaluations for both healthy and clinical populations.
•  Students will demonstrate the ability to teach fitness skills and lead group exercise.
•  Students will demonstrate the ability to develop an exercise prescription tailored to healthy and clinical populations.
•  Students will display professional knowledge, skills, and abilities during their internship.

Admission

Application forms and other information for formal admittance to the Department of Human Performance and Exercise Science may be obtained in the department office, Room 307, Beeghly Center. This program can be completed in eight semesters if students average 16 hours per semester.

For individual semester advisement, including general education, minor, and additional requirements, see assigned departmental advisor.

For more information, visit Exercise Science - B.S. in Applied Science.

The following are HPES courses required in the major for this degree: