Successful completion of our Exercise Science curriculum will prepare you for an array of graduate degree programs and careers.
Our flexible B.S. program will fulfill the requirements for different health-related graduate programs. Common medical professions our students aspire toward and the prerequisites we offer include:
Required for EXSC degree and fulfills the prerequisites for admission to this graduate program:
- EXSC 191 - Physical Activity and Health
- EXSC 223/224 - Anatomy and Physiology with lab (2 semesters)
- EXSC 330 - Exercise Physiology with lab
Cognate courses that count towards the EXSC degree and support your application to this degree program:
- EXSC 200 - Sports Medicine and Athletic Training
- EXSC 410 - Psychology of Physical Activity
- EXSC 454 - Health/Fitness Programs
- EXSC 464 - Conditioning in Athletic Training
- EXSC 507 - Exercise, Sport, and Nutrition
- EXSC 541 - Physiological Basis for Strength and Conditioning
- EXSC 608 - Apps, Wearables, and Technology for Lifestyle Behavior Change and Weight Loss
Required for EXSC degree and fulfills the prerequisites for admission to this graduate program:
- EXSC 223/224 - Anatomy and Physiology with lab (2 semesters)
Cognate courses that count towards the EXSC degree and support your application to this degree program:
- EXSC 563 - Physical Activity and the Physical Dimensions of Aging
Required for EXSC degree and fulfills the prerequisites for admission to this graduate program:
- EXSC 191 - Physical Activity and Health
- EXSC 223/224 - Anatomy and Physiology with lab (2 semesters)
- EXSC 330 - Exercise Physiology with lab
- EXSC 351 - Acquisition of Motor Skills
- EXSC 410 - Psychology of Physical Activity
Cognate courses that count towards the EXSC degree and support your application to this degree program:
- EXSC 201 - Foundations of Phyisal Therapy
- EXSC 275 - Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy with lab
- EXSC 303 - Perceptual-Motor Development
- EXSC 335 - Biomechanics of Human Movement
- EXSC 562 - Impairments of the Human Motor System
- EXSC 563 - Physical Activity and the Physical Dimensions of Aging
- EXSC 669 - Skeletal Muscle Physiology: Form and Function
Required for EXSC degree and fulfills the prerequisites for admission to this graduate program:
- EXSC 191 - Physical Activity and Health
- EXSC 223/224 - Anatomy and Physiology with lab (2 semesters)
- EXSC 330 - Exercise Physiology with lab
- EXSC 351 - Acquisition of Motor Skills
- EXSC 410 - Psychology of Physical Activity
Cognate courses that count towards the EXSC degree and support your application to this degree program:
- EXSC 201 - Foundations of Phyisal Therapy
- EXSC 335 - Biomechanics of Human Movement
- EXSC 541 - Physiological Basis for Strength and Conditioning
- EXSC 669 - Skeletal Muscle Physiology: Form and Function
Required for EXSC degree and fulfills the prerequisites for admission to this graduate program:
- EXSC 191 - Physical Activity and Health
- EXSC 223/224 - Anatomy and Physiology with lab (2 semesters)
- EXSC 330 - Exercise Physiology with lab
Cognate courses that count towards the EXSC degree and support your application to this degree program:
- EXSC 507 - Exercise, Sport, and Nutrition
- EXSC 562 - Impairments of the Human Motor System
- EXSC 563 - Physical Activity and the Physical Dimensions of Aging
- EXSC 585 - Women's Health and Physical Activity
- EXSC 620 - Nutrition and Immunology
- EXSC 666 - Cardiorespiratory Exercise Physiology
Required for EXSC degree and fulfills the prerequisites for admission to this graduate program:
- EXSC 191 - Physical Activity and Health
- EXSC 223/224 - Anatomy and Physiology with lab (2 semesters)
- EXSC 330 - Exercise Physiology with lab
Cognate courses that count towards the EXSC degree and support your application to this degree program:
- EXSC 395 - Research Seminar in Exercise Science
- EXSC 562 - Impairments of the Human Motor System
- EXSC 563 - Physical Activity and the Physical Dimensions of Aging
- EXSC 585 - Women's Health and Physical Activity
- EXSC 620 - Nutrition and Immunology
- EXSC 666 - Cardiorespiratory Exercise Physiology
But that's not all! Our students can choose from dozens of career paths!
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- Athletic Trainer (MSAT)
- Provide rehabilitation for injuries and medical conditions, wellness promotion & education, illness prevention, emergent care, examination, and clinical diagnosis
- Cancer Exercise Specialist (CES or CET)
- Guide cancer patients through specialized exercise programs during and after surgery and treatments to improve physical and mental well-being
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Assist cardiac patients to strengthen and rehabilitate their hearts and bodies through exercise following trauma or an operation
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Guide healthy clients to achieve certain fitness goals, including but not limited to weight loss, strength training, toning, or overall health management
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
- Use recreational means to improve or maintain physical, cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual functioning for individuals with illnesses and/or disabling conditions
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP)
- Develop fitness and exercise programs to help patients recover from chronic diseases and improve cardiovascular function, body composition, and flexibility
- Corporate Wellness Specialist
- Lead a comprehensive wellness program to facilitate health and fitness activities and programs for employees to encourage healthier lifestyle choices in the workplace
- Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)
- Diagnose and treat problems with patients' teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth, providing advice and instruction on taking care of one's oral health
- Exercise Physiologist (EPC)
- Analyze their clients’ fitness level using scientific principles to help them improve their health, maintain good health, or achieve athletic performance goals
- Exercise & Sports Scientist
- Acquire & expand the existing knowledge to improve health, fitness, well-being, performance, and assist in the prevention of chronic conditions
- Health Education Specialist
- Inform the public about the dangers of certain behaviors and their effects on health, emphasize prevention practices for disease and disability
- Kinesiologist
- Help the body perform more efficiently at work, home, sport, and daily life, study how movement influences human health and prescribe movement practices as medicine
- Life Coach
- Assist individuals in setting goals, identifying obstacles, developing strategies to overcome those obstacles, and ultimately improving their personal & professional lives
- Massage Therapy
- Assess physical condition of soft tissue, muscle strength, joint quality & function, and range of motion, use pressure & massage to treat medical conditions and physical injuries
- Medical Doctor (MD)
- Use allopathic medical approaches to diagnose and treat different medical conditions in a variety of patient populations
- Occupational Therapy (MSOT or OTD)
- Treat individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities and develop a plan to help them restore function and gain or regain independence
- Orthontist & Prosthetist
- Design and fit custom medical devices for patients who need extra support or artificial limbs after injury or other disability
- Osteopathic Doctor (DO)
- Use osteopathic medical approaches to diagnose and treat patients in a variety of patient populations
- Performing Arts Medicine
- Care for unique injuries and educate on the prevention of injuries affecting performing artists, including musicians, dancers, singers, and actors
- Physical Activity Practitioner (MPH)
- Develop health interventions to improve the health of entire populations, influence public policy, study & monitor public health threats, educate the public on best health practices
- Physician Assistant (PA)
- Diagnose illness, develop & manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, and often serve as a principal healthcare provider
- Physical Therapist (DPT)
- Diagnose and enhance functional abilities and prevent the onset and progression of limitations that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions or injuries
- Sports Psychologist
- Teach professional and amateur athletes, coaches, and referees different mental skills for enhanced motivation and performance
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Improve athletic performance and develop systematic training programs for both teams and individual athletes
- Athletic Trainer (MSAT)
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