Exercise Science Minor
An undergraduate degree in exercise science helps to prepare students for entry-level
exercise science careers in the four main health-fitness sectors: sport, industry,
health and education.
An undergraduate exercise science degree also serves as a great foundation for advanced study in exercise science and other areas such as exercise physiology, medicine, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, sports nutrition, sports biomechanics or other health-related disciplines.
The Exercise Science minor prepares students to:
- Become effective managers and leaders in the wellness industry
- Analyze critical factors that drive the health and wellness industry
- Apply knowledge of current fitness and wellness programs and opportunities
- Develop valuable skills in communication, problem solving and management
- Become innovators in the health and wellness field
- Develop independence and positive self-image
Exercise Science Minor Sequence:
The following courses are recommended for the minor. Those marked with an asterisk meet the minimum requirement.
- Human Anatomy and Physiology BIOL 107 *
- Nutrition HLTH 230 *
- Kinesiology PETH 325 *
- First Aid and Athletic Training PETH 326 *
- Essentials of Strength and Conditioning PETH 327 *
- Exercise Physiology PETH 330 *
- Personal Fitness I PEC 129X
- Personal Fitness II PEC 131X
- Weight Lifting PEC 135Y
- Human Anatomy and Physiology BIOL 108
- Special Topics in Health HLTH 310
- Internship in Exercise Science PETH 397
- Sport and Exercise Psychology 329
Exercise Science Careers:
- Camp Director
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Chiropractor
- Community Program Director
- Dietitian
- Fitness Coach
- Fitness Consultant
- Fitness Manager
- Health Care Aide
- Health Care Consultant
- Health Educator
- Kinesiologist
- Message Therapist
- Personal Trainer
- Physical Education Teacher
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Physical Therapist
- Physiologist
- Physiotherapist
- Quality Control Specialist
- Recreation and Leisure Supervisor
- Recreation and Sports Director
- Recreation Therapist
- Registered Nurse
- Research Assistant
- Spa Manager
- Sporting Goods Sales Representative
- Sport Agent
- Sports Coach
- Sports Facility Manager
- Sports Medicine Physician
- Sports Nutritionist
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- University Professor
- Wellness Coordinator
- Activity Specialist
- Aerobics Instructor
- Anatomist
- Athletic Director
- Athletic Scout
- Athletic Therapist
- Entrepreneur
- Ergonomist
- Exercise Physiologist
- Occupational Therapist
- Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Orthopedic Technician
- Osteopathic Physician