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Health Science (Track: Exercise Science)
Department of Athletic Training and Physical Therapy/Exercise Science - Exercise Scientists are health care professionals that utilize knowledge of the human body’s adaptive responses to exercise to address an individual’s health, fitness, or performance goals. Exercise Science students who wish to continue their academic studies will benefit from a well rounded curriculum designed to prepare students for admission into graduate programs in Exercise Physiology or other Health Care professions.  Exercise Science is often cited as the preferred undergraduate program of study for students interested in the advanced degree of Physical Therapy.  Other graduate programs that are of interest to Exercise Science students are: Occupational Therapy, Chiropractics, Medicine, Physicians Assistant, Sports Psychology, and Pharmacy.

CAREER PATHS
Department of Athletic Training and Physical Therapy/Exercise Science

  • Clinical Exercise Physiology: health care based positions that incorporate exercise testing, prescription, and supervision for a wide spectrum of patients such as cardiac rehabilitation, elderly care, and weight management.
  • Fitness/Recreation field: positions in personal training, fitness instruction, corporate wellness, wellness coach, and recreation.
  • Human Performance: strength coach, performance coach, and athletic exercise testing.
  • Other Related fields: medical supply reps (pacemakers, artificial joints, medical instruments) and pharmaceutical representatives
 
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LINK TO UNF PROGRAM
The College of Health at the University of North Florida offers a Bachelor of Science in Health With A Track in Exercise Science .
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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