Bachelor of Science -Exercise Science Major

The mission of the Exercise Science Major program at Central Christian College is designed to produce graduates who are qualified in the areas of exercise leadership, exercise testing, and evaluation, exercise prescription, and program directors. Also, graduates would be qualified and prepared to pursue particular certification levels in exercise as per the guidelines developed by the American College of Sports Medicine. Finally, graduates would also be prepared to pursue graduate studies in the area of Exercise Science and/or related fields such as Kinesiology, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy.

The curriculum for this major is designed to provide a combination of academic study and practical experiences which will provide meaningful and effective learning experiences for the student in a variety of exercise settings. Each student is required to complete an internship in an approved fitness related agency supervised by a qualified professional in the related field.

The Exercise Science Major is using the NASPE Basic Standards for the Professional Preparation in Exercise Science.

Career Opportunities:

Fitness Programs
Exercise Test Technologist
Parks and Recreation Worker
University Instructor
Personal Trainer
Sports Club Trainer

Component 1- General Education Requirements

To help keep your educational experience broad enough to deal with the reality of the world marketplace, the Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science major also requires that you complete a series of General Education Courses. These courses include:

6 hrs English Composition I & II
3 hrs Principles of Speech
3 hrs Philosophy or Modern Culture & Christianity
2 hrs Fitness and Wellness
1 hr P.E. Activity or Varsity Sport
3 hrs Math
4 hrs Science
3 hrs Personal Finance or Marriage & Family
2 hrs Computer Literacy
3 hrs History
3 hrs Psychology or Sociology
6 hrs Bible Survey Course I & II
3 hrs Old Testament Course
3 hrs New Testament Course
4 hrs Humanities

Component 2 - Major Requirements

Building on the foundation received through the General Education Core courses, you will add courses directly related to your major. These courses could include:

2 hrs First Aid
3 hrs Introduction to Physical Education
2 hrs Care and Treatment of Athletic Injuries
3 hrs Exercise Physiology
3 hrs Kinesiology
2 hrs Adaptive Physical Education
3 hrs Measurement and Evaluation in Health and Physical Education
3 hrs Exercise Testing, Evaluation & Prescription
3 hrs Exercise Leadership
3 hrs Administration and Organization of Physical Education and Sports
3 hrs Exercise Practicum
3 hrs Internship
3 hrs Basic Nutrition
3 hrs Sport Nutrition
2 hrs Personal and Community Health
4 hrs General Biology with lab
4 hrs Anatomy and Physiology with lab
3 hrs General Chemistry
3 hrs Physics

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