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Employment in the exercise science field.

Employment in the exercise science field.

Exercise science majors are eligible for certification as an advanced personal trainer, health and fitness instructor, weight management consultant, and strength and conditioning specialist.

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Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

Exercise science majors study the science of human movement. They serve as important partners in improving the health and wellness of people of all ages. A Becker College degree in exercise science provides the skills you need to work in a variety of organizations and settings—or to prepare for graduate school.

Exercise science majors play a strong role in helping people live healthier lives. Most Americans are more fitness conscious than ever, leading to an explosive growth in the health and fitness industry and the demand for those trained to service their needs. In addition, an aging population that seeks a quality of life and good health will increase the demand for qualified health and fitness professionals. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it is projected that a 29 percent increase in employment in the exercise science field is expect to 2018—a rate of employment that is faster than the national average for all occupations.

Becker College exercise science program graduates are well-prepared for careers in athletics, health care, exercise physiology, fitness training, and more. Exercise science students at Becker College benefit from a combination of coursework in liberal arts, scientific theory, a capstone course, and a variety of projects of their interest. In their study of exercise science, students examine the effects of exercise and physical activity and how to promote healthy living through exercise and other behaviors. The Becker College exercise science program gives students hands-on experience during their senior year practicum experience. Exercise science majors are eligible for certification as an advanced personal trainer, health and fitness instructor, weight management consultant, and strength and conditioning specialist.

For more information about the Becker College exercise science program, call 877.523.2537 or email admissions@becker.edu.

Learning Outcomes:

Students will be able to perform fitness assessment procedures and interpret the results according to health-related and high physical fitness standards.

Students will be able to provide fitness prescription for healthy and unhealthy populations.

Students will be prepared to teach and guide others in: (a) ways to assess and develop fitness skills, and (b) behavior change strategies for achieving higher levels of fitness.

Students will acquire: (a) American Red Cross CPR certification, and (b) the preparation to qualify to take certification exams for personal trainer, strength and conditioning specialist, and/or exercise specialist from a nationally recognized organization.

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