Sport and Exercise Science Advising Information

Information specific to this program is provided below. The full course catalog, policies, textbook information, and major declaration form are available from the Office of the Registrar. For additional advising information, contact your academic advisor. Course offerings are subject to change due to staffing, curriculum changes, or course enrollment numbers.

Courses, Requirements, and Sample Plans - Major

Degree Planner - Major

Courses and Requirements - Minor

Degree Planner - Minor

SPE Student Handbook
ADVISING-ATHLETIC TRAINING INTEREST

A career in athletic training requires an Athletic Training degree from a certified AT program which can be obtained at the graduate level.
For a list of schools with accredited entry level master's programs (approximately 20 schools) visit the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.

ADVISING-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY INTEREST

A career in athletic training requires licensure from the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
Check the list of schools with accredited entry-level master's programs on the American Occupational Therapy Association site.
Learn more about a career in occupational therapy and getting licensed.

ADVISING-PHYSICAL THERAPY INTEREST

A career in physical therapy requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited DPT program. Course requirements for all DPT programs (pdf)

CERTIFICATIONS

It is recommended that all students receive one of several certifications prior to graduation. These programs include personal training, strength and conditioning, and clinical exercise specialist.
Group Exercise Instructor (ACE Certification)
Group Exercise Instructor (ACSM Certification)
Personal Trainer (ACE Certification)
Personal Trainer (ACSM Certification)
Personal Trainer (NASM Certification)
Personal Trainer (NFPT Certification)
Strength and Conditioning Specialist

MORE CAREER OPTIONS

Many more career options exist for Sport and Exercise Science majors. Here are other areas to explore:
American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists - The ABPTS offers board-certification in eight specialty areas of physical therapy: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary, Clinical Electrophysiology, Geriatrics, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Pediatrics, Sports, and Women's Health.
Cancer Exercise Trainer
Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy Specialist Certification
Certified Exercise Physiologist
Community Health Educator
Public Health Specialist

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