The exercise science major provides students with a theoretical and practical foundation for a wide range of career opportunities. Students with a major in exercise science may pursue careers in personal training, health coaching, corporate fitness, strength and conditioning, nutrition, dietetics, and wellness. Students often use their exercise science major as the foundation for advanced education in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, athletic training, and physical education, as well as professional programs such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician’s assistant, and medical school.

Programs

• Exercise Science, B.S.

Courses

• ESS 111 - First Aid and Emergency Care (2 semester hours)
• ESS 112 - Strength and Conditioning Techniques
• ESS 135 - Medical Terminology (2 semester hours)
• ESS 143 - Introduction to Exercise Science
• ESS 201 - Nutrition
• ESS 202 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
• ESS 220 - Sport and Exercise Psychology
• ESS 280 - Special Topics in Exercise Science
• ESS 341 - Kinesiology and Biomechanics
• ESS 342 - Exercise Physiology (WI)
• ESS 343 - Testing and Evaluation
• ESS 400 - Internship in Exercise Science (1-15 semester hours)
• ESS 425 - Scientific Principles of Strength Training and Conditioning
• ESS 426 - Advanced Program Design and Exercise Prescription
• ESS 480 - Special Topics in Exercise Science
• ESS 490 - Independent Study in Exercise Science (1-3 semester hours)