The study of exercise science is a growing field that involves multidisciplinary efforts among exercise physiologists, physicians, nurses, athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other health professionals. The discipline draws on knowledge from anatomy, physiology, sociology, and related fields to address the many specialty areas of professional practices and research. It is a career field that requires professionals who have the special qualities of analytical thinking, insight, and strong interpersonal skills.

Your interest and professional objectives help determine the sequence of courses to be taken. Students with unique interests may combine various fields to create a special major with approval from the program director and dean of the college.

Some possible positions for our exercise science graduates:

Physical therapist
Director of corporate employee health and fitness program
Exercise specialist in medical wellness/rehabilitation program
Athletic trainer
Technical sales representative for health/fitness-related goods and services
Exercise physiologist
Fitness specialist
Director of health and fitness club
Personal trainer
College professor
Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation specialist
Reseacher

Some of the graduate/professional schools our exercise science students have attended:

University of Kentucky, University of St. Louis, St. Joseph's University, Vanderbilt University, University of Tennesee, Eastern Kentucky University, Morehead State University, University of St. Augustine.