This program consists of 56 credits in core lecture classes, 15-16 credits of Related Requirements, and either A) 14 credits in the Clinical Exercise Physiology Specialization, B) 15 credits in the Strength and Conditioning/Personal Fitness Training Specialization, or C) 22 credits in the Health Sciences Specialization.
A minor is not required with this major.
Major Requirements (70-78 credits)
Core Courses (56 credits)
| EXS 109 | Intro to Human Performance | 3 |
| EXS 207 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science I | 3 |
| EXS 208 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science II | 3 |
| EXS 211 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science I Laboratory | 1 |
| EXS 212 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science II Laboratory | 1 |
| EXS 215 | Physiological Aspects of the Human Performance of the Aging | 3 |
| EXS 216 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| EXS 301 | Applied Kinesiology | 3 |
| EXS 307 | Human Nutrition | 3 |
| EXS 325 | Organization and Management in Exercise Science | 3 |
| EXS 332 | Sport-Exercise Psychology & Behavioral Coaching | 3 |
| EXS 408 | Physiology of Sport and Exercise | 3 |
| EXS 409 | Clinical Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EXS 415 | Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription | 3 |
| EXS 417/ATR 517 | Prevention and Care in Sports Medicine | 3 |
| EXS 411 | Research Methods in Exercise Science | 3 |
| or | |
| PE 597 | Research in Physical Education and Exercise Science I | 3 |
| EXS 421/ATR 521 | Pharmacology in Sports Medicine | 3 |
| EXS 470 | Internship in Exercise Science | 6 |
| EXS 450 | Practicum in Exercise Science | 3 |
Students will take either EXS 411 or PE 597.
Related Requirements (15-16 credits)
Specializations
All specialization courses require a C- or better
Clinical Exercise Physiology Specialization (14 credits)
This specialization is for students who are looking to pursue a Clinical Exercise Physiology career.
| EXS 280 | Leadership in Exercise & Wellness | 3 |
| EXS 405 | Exercise and Sport Nutrition | 3 |
| EXS 416 | Graded Exercise Testing | 3 |
| BMS 102 | Introduction to Biomolecular Science | 3 |
| BMS 103 | Introduction to Biomolecular Science Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 162 | General Chemistry Laboratory | 1 |
Strength and Conditioning/Personal Fitness Training Specialization (15 credits)
This specialization is for students looking to focus on a career in Strength and Conditioning/Personal Fitness Training
| EXS 275 | Training for Sport Performance | 3 |
| EXS 280 | Leadership in Exercise & Wellness | 3 |
| EXS 376 | Theories of Strength Training and Conditioning | 3 |
| EXS 405 | Exercise and Sport Nutrition | 3 |
| BMS 102 | Introduction to Biomolecular Science | 3 |
| or | |
| BMS 111 | Cells and the Human Body | 3 |
Health Sciences Specialization (22 credits)
This specialization is for students who are looking to pursue a career in Health Sciences.
| EXS 240 | Therapeutic Modalities | 4 |
| or | |
| EXS 317 | Therapeutic Exercise | 4 |
| EXS 275 | Training for Sport Performance | 3 |
| EXS 416 | Graded Exercise Testing | 3 |
| BMS 102 | Introduction to Biomolecular Science | 3 |
| BMS 103 | Introduction to Biomolecular Science Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 162 | General Chemistry Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 210 | Organic Chemistry I - Foundations | 3 |
| CHEM 211 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory - Foundations | 1 |
| MATH 116 | Pre-Calculus Mathematics | 3 |
| or | |
| MATH 125 | Applied Calculus | 3 |
Admission and Retention Policy:
Applying for Admission into the Exercise Science Program:
Undergraduate applicants seeking admission to the exercise science program are required to submit their materials online through Taskstream for review by the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance. The applicant's completed file should be submitted prior to September 10 for fall candidates and February 10 (second semester sophomore year) for spring candidates. Applications for admission may be obtained in the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance, Kaiser Hall, Room 0180.
Requirements for Admission:
The following are departmental requirements for admission to the exercise science program:
- Completion of application to the professional program for exercise science;
- Completion of 45 credits of academic work; of which 15 credits were completed at CCSU;
- Successful completion of the following courses: EXS 109 plus 7 additional credits of EXS courses. Courses must be completed before full admission is granted;
- University GPA of 2.50;
- Departmental GPA of 2.70;
- Two Letters of Recommendation (signed originals) from persons able to testify to candidate's suitability as a professional in the exercise science field. Avoid seeking letters from family or friends;
- Submit an essay demonstrating the command of the English language, describing in written narrative the reasons for wanting to enroll in the Professional Program, emphasizing experiences which are relevant to exercise science;
- An interview with the personnel committee of the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance, including at least one exercise science faculty member.
Retention Policy:
Once admitted to the professional program, the following requirements must be maintained in order to remain in "good standing" within the exercise science and health promotion program:
- Students must maintain a University GPA of 2.50;
- Students must maintain a departmental GPA of 2.70; and
- A letter grade of C or higher is required in all professional program courses.
Note: Internship assignments require the student to be in good standing by having a University GPA of 2.50 and a major GPA of 2.70.
If a candidate drops below the required GPA levels, and/or fails to get a C or higher in any professional program course, he or she may be denied admission to the professional program courses, practicum courses, and internship assignments until the GPA or grade reaches the appropriate level.
Note: Revisions to the exercise science education program may occur in order to maintain compliance with national accreditation standards. Students should check with the program director and/or the CCSU exercise science website regarding the possibility of new requirements. All practicum courses and internship assignments require the student to be in "good standing."