Exercise Science

The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science prepares students for careers in therapeutic sport- and fitness-related settings, as well as a MSE and a PhD. It also provides a strong scientific core necessary for careers in cardiac rehabilitation and strength and conditioning. Additionally, the requirements of the program meet the prerequisites of the University of Kansas Medical Center physical therapy program.

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Sample of Related Skills

Analyze how the body’s cells and organ systems respond to acute and chronic physiological stress
Prescribe exercise as a way to elicit positive functional adaptations
Develop preventive strategies to combat disease epidemics
Prevent and treat diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and cancer
Preserve functional capacity in aging adults to improve the quality of life and active lifespan
Utilize exercise programming and sound nutrition to maximize strength and conditioning required for optimal human performance

Popular Career Paths

Sports Medicine: Involves the prevention, identification, management and rehabilitation of injuries related to sport, exercise or recreational activity

Recreation and Fitness: Can include the development and implementation of sports and fitness programs, fitness and exercise instruction and/or consultation, performance enhancement, and strength and conditioning coaching

Rehabilitation/Therapy: Involves the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a physically impairing injury, disability or disease

Corporate Wellness: Involves the promotion, maintenance, and improvement of employee health and fitness through individual and group consultation, recreational activities and wellness programming

Jobs to Consider

Places to Seek Employment

Colleges and Universities
Community Center
Competitive Youth Training Centers
Corporate Health Centers
Health and Fitness Clubs
Hospitals
Military Training Centers
Olympic Training Centers
Professional and Amateur Sports Teams
Professional Fitness/Sports Organizations
Public Health Agencies
Recreation Centers
Rehabilitation Clinics
Retirement Centers/Nursing Homes
Sports Clinics
Sports Facilities
Sports Medicine Centers

Explore More Career Resources

American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance - health and fitness job and internship opportunities

American Physical Therapy Association - job postings and career resources in physical therapy

Athletic Link - coaching and sport camp opportunities

Corporate Fitness Works - job and internship opportunities with corporate wellness programs locally and nationwide (Headquarters is located in Overland Park, KS)

Exercise Jobs - nationwide job listings for fitness, exercise physiology, and kinesiology

Team EXOS - job and internship opportunities with fitness and wellness programs nationwide

National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association Job Board - job and internship opportunities in recreation and fitness at colleges and universities

National Strength and Conditioning Association - job and internship opportunities in fitness, assessment, performance enhancement and strength and conditioning

Physical Therapist - physical therapy-related job postings, career resources, discussion forums, and networking opportunities

Therapy Jobs - job opportunities for Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and other therapy fields

Explorehealthcareers - career resources and information for careers in sports medicine, physical therapy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, athletic training, etc.