What is Exercise Science?
Exercise Science is the study of muscular activity and adaptations of the human body to this activity. Several sub-disciplines are involved in Exercise Science including Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics and Sports Nutrition. In the Exercise Science Department undergraduate students experience these sub-disciplines within the excellent facilities at East Stroudsburg University.
Program Objectives
- To provide students with a vehicle within an intellectual environment that fosters their knowledge in the areas of Exercise Science.
- To ensure that Exercise Science graduates will have developed knowledge and skills essential for entry-level exercise science professionals or a continuation to graduate level education.
- To prepare undergraduate Exercise Science students for advanced professional certifications/licenses from professional organizations like the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
In the BS Exercise Science the student covers all aspects of exercise science taught through classroom and laboratory experiences.
Students who enter the Exercise Science major begin their studies by taking the Exercise Science core classes.
As juniors and seniors, Exercise Science students choose a set of co-requisite courses to focus their studies in one of two concentrations:
Opportunities to gain experience in a work environment exist through internships offered as part of the major in Exercise Science while students are encouraged to participate in campus organizations emphasizing practical experience.
Certification opportunities are also available from nationally recognized organizations including the American College of Sports Medicine, the American Heart Association and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
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National Accreditation of the Program
The American College of Sports Medicine endorses the Exercise Professional program at ESU as matching the goals of the Health/Fitness Instructor level of certification.
The National Strength and Conditioning Association recognizes the Exercise Science program at ESU as matching the needs for professionals interested in Strength and Conditioning.
Admission Criteria
For information on the admission requirements for the Exercise Science major refer to the general university admission requirements listed in the East Stroudsburg University Undergraduate Catalog or review the information listed under the Admission section of the East Stroudsburg University web site.
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