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Online B.S. in Exercise Science Program

The »¨½·Ö±²¥ exercise science program offers dynamic courses, practical internships, and quality instruction that lead to a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science.

The program focuses essential exercise science topics like life-saving emergency care, nutrition strategies, biomechanics, and the impact of exercise on specific diseases and special conditions to prepare for a wide range of potential career opportunities.

Learn theories and principles in anatomy and physiology, human kinetics, motor development, nutrition and wellness, psychology, and strength training and conditioning.

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Maximize Your Impact on People’s Lives and Your Career

Personal health and fitness are topics commonly shared across a variety of settings. In rehabilitation and corporate health environments, as well as athletics and health centers, there are several settings in which you — as someone with expertise in exercise physiology and anatomy — can make a difference in people’s lives. Take the first step towards making an impact with the online Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science degree program.

Of course, that’s also good news for your career prospects. When you graduate with an online exercise science degree from the »¨½·Ö±²¥, you’ll be prepared for many career opportunities. Plus, you can become certified through nationally recognized organizations like the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

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Career Outlook

The exercise science degree prepares students who are interested in careers focused on movement science, nutrition, recreation, and wellness, as well as those who wish to pursue graduate work in specialized areas of health care. Employment opportunities range from biomechanist to exercise physiologist to personal trainer.

Opportunities include roles as a personal trainer, exercise specialist, strength and conditioning coach, group exercise leader, and exercise physiologist in cardiac rehab. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that exercise physiologists earn a median annual salary of $50,280, and the employment of these professionals is projected to increase 13% by 2030.¹

Additional roles for the B.S. in Exercise Science include:

• Clinical exercise specialist
• Corporate fitness director/manager
• Movement specialist
• Public health advocate
• Sport performance coach
• Strength and conditioning coach

Applicable Skills: Be an Asset to Your Employer

When you complete this program, you will be able to:

• Accurately evaluate health-related fitness components.
• Instruct participants in the use of fitness equipment and testing procedures.
• Evaluate fitness assessment data and make appropriate fitness recommendations.
• Recognize the overall precautions to prevent sport injuries.
• Provide basic steps to care for sport injuries.
• Design a strength and conditioning program based on an individual’s fitness levels.
• Evaluate postural and movement dysfunctions using appropriate assessment techniques.
• Utilize movement assessment outcomes to implement corrective exercise solutions.
• Demonstrate procedures used to assess motor development.
• Develop exercise plans for individuals with common chronic medical conditions and physical impairments.

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Meet the Faculty

Briana Burgette, DAT, ATC

Assistant Professor of Athletic Training & Exercise Science, Clinical Coordinator
Email: Briana.Burgette@stmary.edu
Phone: 913-758-6245
Office: Berchmans 403B
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