Exercise Science

Exercise Science Path

Students choosing the Exercise Science concentration take courses related to comprehensive physical assessments and exercise prescriptions in sport, fitness, and clinical contexts. These students are encouraged to seek internships in sport, fitness, and clinical environments. Upon completing the Exercise Science program, students will be able to:

1. Conduct and interpret preparticipation health screening procedures and health-related fitness assessments.

2. Prescribe and implement safe and effective exercise programs for special populations (i.e., older adults, younger adults, and pregnant women), apparently healthy clients, and clients with controlled disease.

3. Apply effective behavioral strategies, motivational techniques, and communication techniques to optimize adoption and adherence of exercise and other healthy behaviors.

4. Develop and disseminate risk management guidelines for a health/fitness facility to reduce member, employee, and business risk.

5. Seek certification and employment in clinical exercise, fitness, and athletic settings.

Career Opportunities for Exercise Science Path Graduates

Graduates of MSU-Northern's Integrated Health Sciences program Exercise Science Path pursue employment as athletic trainers, personal trainers, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Sports coaching, own or run an athletic club, health educators, and consultants. They find jobs at government agencies, non-profit organizations, and community-based organizations. Many graduates also, apply to graduate programs (Master's degrees) throughout the country in allied health and health related programs, such athletic training, Sports Therapy, Kinesiology.

To learn more about an Integrated Health Sciences minor, click here.