Applied Health Science (B.S.) Exercise Science Concentration

Program Overview

Exercise Science Concentration. Students in this concentration are prepared to pursue careers in fields such as corporate fitness, cardiac rehabilitation, personal training, strength and conditioning, or other health and wellness positions. In addition, students who are interested in pursuing degrees in fields such as occupational therapy, chiropractic medicine, or public health can tailor this major to prepare them for graduate work.

Dedicated faculty, a human performance laboratory, and a state-of-the-art fitness/wellness facility are some of the resources that enable Messiah to offer a quality Applied Health Science major. This program equips graduates with the necessary knowledge and abilities to qualify for positions in this highly competitive field.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s Applied Health Science program can:

1. Describe the anatomical and physiological responses to acute and chronic exercise.
2. Explain the role of exercise in disease prevention.
3. Prescribe safe and effective exercise programs for diverse individuals.
4. Integrate scientific information and research into professional situations.
5. Identify factors influencing health and human performance.
6. Identify how faith impacts professional practice in the applied health sciences.

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Three credits from the following:

Three credits from the following:

Exercise Science Concentration (25-28 credits)

At least 6 credits from the following:

Three or four credits from the following:

At least 8 additional BIOL credits in consultation with the student’s major advisor from the following list:

Four credits from the following:

General Education Requirements