BSc in Exercise Science
North Central College
Key Information
Campus location
Naperville, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 42,866 / per year *
Application deadline
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Introduction
Why pursue an Exercise Science degree at North Central College?
An exercise science degree will prepare you for a career as an exercise professional in the rapidly growing world of health, fitness, and human performance. Its broad-based curriculum balances the applied art of fitness programming with the scientific fundamentals of anatomy and physiology. North Central’s exercise science program is also recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Students in the major are prepared for careers in strength and conditioning, medical fitness, corporate fitness and wellness, personal training, and human performance. Many students choose to use the exercise science major to prepare for graduate programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, medicine, exercise physiology, chiropractic, or others.
You can also:
- Utilize Dartfish motion analysis software in your coursework.
- Benefit from networking with area exercise professionals.
- Take advantage of support from our pre-health advisor if you wish to pursue graduate studies.
- Benefit from a curriculum recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Educational Recognition Program (ERP).
- Engage in practical hands-on learning in a new state-of-the-art Human Performance Laboratory and throughout the curriculum.
- American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP) and/or National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS). The Exercise Science curriculum at North Central College prepares students with the knowledge and skill areas needed to succeed at these rigorous certifications.
Curriculum
Exercise Science is a broad discipline that studies the effects of physical activity on the human body. Exercise Science includes topics such as kinesiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness assessment, exercise training techniques, and exercise programming for healthy and special populations. Exercise Science is a degree that prepares graduates to work in a wide range of careers related to health, fitness, and human performance.
Major Requirements
- EXSC 101 - Foundations of Exercise Science
- EXSC 345 - Training Techniques
- EXSC 347 - Physiology of Exercise
- EXSC 410 - Fitness Evaluation
- EXSC 420 - Exercise Program Design
- EXSC 490 - Internship Seminar
- EXSC 497 - Internship
- HTSC 100 - First Aid and Personal Safety
- KINE 247 - Functional Anatomy
- KINE 317 - Kinesiology
- BCHM 140 - Introduction to Nutrition
- PSYC 255 - Research Design and Experimentation
Practicum/Topics
One of the following:
- EXSC 295 - Research Practicum
- EXSC 390 - Special Topics
Additional Requirements for the BSc Degree
- BIOL 201 - Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIOL 202 - Anatomy and Physiology II
- PSYC 250 - Statistics
Career Opportunities
A North Central education integrates career preparation with rich academic study. Our faculty encourages you to refine and apply your knowledge in an interconnected world. Here you'll learn to think independently and work globally to solve problems and lead.
Internships
Recent graduates in exercise science interned in:
- Athletic Development
- Medical Fitness
- Youth Fitness
- Corporate and Community Fitness
- Rehabilitation
Careers
Careers in exercise science include:
- Strength and conditioning specialist
- Personal fitness trainer
- Corporate fitness administrator
- Medical fitness administrator
- Youth fitness specialist
- Exercise physiologist
- Physical therapist
- Occupational therapist
- Chiropractor