Exercise Science, Applied Exercise Physiology, BS

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Applied Exercise Physiology

More on the Applied Exercise Physiology major

The Exercise Science major prepares students for employment in commercial, corporate, clinical, community, and governmental settings focused on physical activity, health promotion, and human performance. The curriculum provides the academic foundation necessary to pursue nationally recognized certifications, including the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise Physiologist and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), ensuring that it meets rigorous national standards for quality, curriculum, and professional preparation. Students must earn a minimum grade of C in all required courses.

Requirements for Admission

The following courses are required to be admitted into the program:

Program Contact
Dr. Rachele Kappler
Professor of Clinical Instruction
Program Director - Exercise Science
330-972-6524
kappler@uakron.edu

The following information has official approval of The School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences and The College of Health and Human Sciences, but is intended only as a supplemental guide. Official degree requirements are established at the time of transfer and admission to the degree-granting college. Students should refer to the Degree Progress Report (Stellic) which is definitive for graduation requirements. Completion of this degree within the identified time frame below is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others. The transfer process is completed through an appointment with your academic advisor.

Three year accelerated option: for first time students who have earned credits for at least the first year of courses. Credits can be earned through qualifying scores on appropriate Advanced Placement (AP) exams or through College Credit Plus Program (CCP) courses. Credits for qualifying AP scores or CCP courses are determined by the appropriate academic department. Departments may assign varied course credit, depending on the student’s score on an AP exam or grade in a CCP course. Students may also receive credit by examination or via placement tests, where appropriate.

Requirements

Summary

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Several courses required for the major also satisfy General Education requirements. The University minimum of 36 credits are required for General Education and credit for these courses will apply to multiple requirements. 

General Education Requirements

Pre-admission Courses 

 Required Courses

Applied Exercise Physiology Concentration Electives 

Recommended Sequence

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Preadmission courses must average 2.5 GPA with an overall GPA of 2.75 or higher for admission to the program.

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ENGL 111 and ENGL 112 must be completed with a grade C or better.

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See advisor for appropriate electives based on career choice 

Alert: By the end of your first 48 credit hours attempted, you must have completed your General Education Writing, Mathematics, Statistics, and Logic, and Speaking requirements.