Exercise & Sport Science

• Exercise and Sport Science — A.S. Degree 64 credits
• Exercise and Sport Science — A.A.S. Degree 64 credits
• Personal Training — Certificate 16 credits
• Group Fitness — Certificate 16 credits
• Geriatric Health and Fitness — Certificate 16 credits
• Advanced Personal Training — Certificate 16 credits
• Community Coaching — Certificate 16 credits

Major Description

This program will provide educational experiences to students interested in seeking positions in a variety of health, fitness and sport occupations. The curriculum includes core courses in exercise and sport science, as well as classes in supporting academic areas such as health science and physiology. Practical experiences are available throughout the program of study and through a final semester internship. Opportunities for practical experiences and internships are available on and off campus. An on-campus opportunity will be working in the college's Wellness Center.

The program will provide comprehensive curriculum content that will prepare students for various certification exams, such as those offered by the American Council on Exercise (ACE).

Nature of Work

This program is designed for students planning to secure positions in fitness, sport and health occupations.

Career Opportunities

Students will learn skills that will prepare them for various certifications as well as skills that will enable them to be valuable employees in fitness centers, the YMCA/ YWCA, corporate fitness centers, hospital-based wellness centers and cardiac rehabilitation centers.

Program Delivery

Students can begin this program full- or part-time in the Spring or Fall semesters. Courses are offered during the day, evening, weekend and online.

Advanced Standing

Previous college courses, certification, licensure and training may be considered for credit in the major. The responsibility for seeking credit rests with the student and can be initiated by completing the course SMGT2950 Prior Experiential Learning Portfolio Development (1 elective credit)

After DCTC

DCTC has transfer agreements for this program with the following colleges: College of Saint Catherine, Mankato, Winona, Southwest Minnesota State, St. Cloud State University. See Career Services for more information.

Program Prerequisites

Students must complete HLTW/HEAL1000 First Aid/CPR or have equivalent certification before internship or completion of program.

Student Outcomes

1. Graduates of this program will be prepared for immediate employment in the exercise and sport science field or for transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a degree.
2. Graduates will be prepared for many national certification exams in the field of exercise and sport science.
3. Graduates will have the opportunity to gain work experience in the field through a practicum.
4. See General Education outcome statement
   

Faculty

Related Programs:

• General Education