Careers

Graduates of the exercise science major work in a variety of areas within the fitness and wellness industry. Many graduates also pursue graduate studies, including physical therapy programs. Some careers of interest for exercise science majors include:

• Aquatic management
• Athletic director
• Athletic trainer
• Country club manager
• Dance instructor/aerobics instructor
• Emergency medical technician
• Exercise physiology
• Exercise test technicians
• Fitness and wellness program manager
• Fitness instructor
• Health club manager
• Health/fitness consultant
• Nutrition specialist
• Occupation exercise scientist
• Park manager
• Personal trainer
• Physical therapy
• Sports medicine
• Sports nutritionist
• Strength and conditioning specialist for athletes