Exercise Science has quickly become one of Walsh University's most popular majors. With its foundation of coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education and Clinical Sciences, an exercise science degree can lead to careers in areas such as coaching, personal training and exercise physiology. With additional education, exercise majors can also go on to work in physical education, chiropractic care, and other medical fields.
Exercise Science is also an alternative route to the Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy graduate programs, both of which are available at Walsh.
Exercise Science majors can choose from four options:
- Exercise Science - Pre-Athletic Training: For students interested in continuing on to graduate school or pursuing a career athletic training
- Exercise Science - Pre-Professional: For students interested in continuing on to graduate school or pursuing a career in areas such as physician assistant, pharmacist, chiropractic, medical, cardiac rehabilitation, etc.
- Exercise Science - Pre-Occupational Therapy: For students who intend to pursue a master's degree in Occupational Therapy
- Exercise Science - Pre-Physical Therapy: For students who intend to pursue a graduate degree in Physical Therapy
A student graduating with a degree in Exercise Science is prepared to continue on to graduate school or to begin a career such as:
- Wellness specialist
- Personal trainer
- Fitness instructor
- Health/wellness writer
- Recreation program director
- Athletic trainer
- Sports coach
- Corporate fitness director
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