Program Overview
The Exercise Science program at this university prepares students for careers in exercise prescription, health promotion, and program implementation. Through coursework, practicum experiences, and an internship, students gain practical skills in assessing fitness, promoting exercise, and evaluating health programs. Graduates are eligible for certification as health education specialists and may pursue advanced degrees in healthcare fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview
Exercise science education involves studying physical activity and exercise's structural, functional, and behavioral phenomena in sport, clinical, and community settings. It also addresses promoting exercise and other health behaviors in community, work-site, and health care settings, or in other programs including health program implementation and evaluation initiatives.
Objectives
- Understand the structural, functional, and behavioral phenomena related to physical activity and exercise
- Promote exercise and other health behaviors in various settings
- Implement and evaluate health programs
Program Description
- Prepares students for work in hospitals, clinical fitness centers, rehabilitation programs, and other settings requiring exercise prescription, evaluation, body composition, general fitness testing, and physical activity, exercise, or health program delivery
- Also prepares graduates for work as certified health education specialists in community agency health programming, corporate health, public health agencies, and university wellness centers
Outline:
Program Content
- Exercise science
- Health promotion
- Program implementation and evaluation
Program Structure
- Students enroll as Exercise Science pre-majors upon admission to the university
- Automatically admitted into the full major once admission criteria are met
- Admission criteria:
- 2.75 GPA
- C- or higher in the following courses:
- English 1110
- Mathematics 1148 or higher
- Biology 1113
- Chemistry 1210 and 1220
- Regular classes and practicum courses focusing on areas such as:
- Body fat percentage determination
- Muscular strength and flexibility assessment
- Fitness evaluation, prescription, and supervision
- 300-hour internship during senior year
- Senior Honors thesis option for students pursuing graduate study with a research emphasis
Assessment:
Assessment Methods
- Regular coursework assessments
- Practicum coursework assessments
- Senior Honors thesis (for students pursuing graduate study)
Assessment Criteria
- Coursework grades
- Practicum performance
- Senior Honors thesis quality
Teaching:
Teaching Methods
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Practicum experiences
- Independent study
Faculty
- Faculty with expertise in exercise science, health promotion, and program implementation and evaluation
Unique Approaches
- Emphasis on practical experience through practicum courses
- Senior Honors thesis option for students pursuing graduate study
- Partnerships with external organizations for internship opportunities
Careers:
Potential Career Paths
- Exercise physiologist
- Certified health education specialist
- Health program coordinator
- Personal trainer
- Fitness instructor
- Rehabilitation specialist
Opportunities
- Work in hospitals, clinical fitness centers, rehabilitation programs, community agencies, public health agencies, corporate health, university wellness centers, and other settings
Outcomes
- Graduates may be prepared for work as certified health education specialists or for graduate programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic, athletic training, dentistry, medicine, optometry, pharmacy, or veterinary medicine
The Ohio State University
Overview:
The Ohio State University is a large, public research university with a main campus in Columbus, Ohio, and regional campuses in Lima, Marion, Mansfield, Newark, and Wooster. It is known for its strong academic programs, extensive research facilities, and vibrant student life.
Services Offered:
The university offers a wide range of services to students, including:
Academics:
Colleges and schools, libraries, academic calendar, courses and classes, graduate school.Student Accounts:
Buckeye Link, BuckID, financial aid, student health insurance, Ohio State Account.Student Experience:
University housing, off-campus and commuter student engagement, dining services, organizations and involvement, inclusion, student health and wellness, recreational sports, counseling and consultation.Research:
Opportunities for business and industry, researchers, students, entrepreneurs, research administration, research stories.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Ohio State boasts a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for student involvement. Students can participate in a wide range of clubs, organizations, and activities, including sports, arts, and community service. The university also offers a variety of housing options, dining services, and recreational facilities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Strong Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines.Research Opportunities:
Ohio State is a leading research institution with extensive facilities and opportunities for students to engage in research.Vibrant Campus Life:
The university provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience with numerous opportunities for student involvement.Affordable Education:
Ohio State strives to provide an affordable, high-quality education while minimizing student debt.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate:
Majors and programs in various disciplines.Graduate:
Degrees and programs in various disciplines.Professional:
Degrees and programs in various disciplines.Online:
Degrees and certificate programs.Other:
The university has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and it offers a variety of resources and support services to students from all backgrounds. Ohio State is also home to a number of notable research centers and institutes, including the Wexner Medical Center, The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, and the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center.
Entry Requirements:
2.75 GPA and a C- or higher in the following courses: English 1110 Mathematics 1148 or higher Biology 1113 Chemistry 1210 and 1220
