Exercise Science Transfer Pathway Winona Campus OVERVIEW The need for educated professionals in the field of fitness and nutrition is greater than ever. Are you passionate about fitness, health, and wellness? A 2-year degree in Exercise Science from Minnesota State College Southeast in Winona will prepare you to make a meaningful difference in this exciting career field. With obesity and chronic disease on the rise, the need for educated professionals in the field of fitness and nutrition is greater than ever. When you earn an Associate of Science degree in Exercise Science, you will develop a thorough understanding of the human body, including the principles of biology, chemistry, nutrition, human anatomy, human physiology, and kinesiology as they relate to physical fitness and wellness. Graduates will be ready to explore workforce options right away, or seamlessly transfer to a related major at a Minnesota State university. Transfer opportunities include college and university programs in physical therapy, exercise physiology, public health, rehabilitative medicine, and other health-related fields. MAJORS WITHIN Exercise Science Transfer Pathway See back for program plannng guide PROGRAM OUTCOMES Program graduates will be able to: 1. Demonstrate sound foundational understanding of the principles of biology, chemistry,nutrition, human anatomy, human physiology, and kinesiology as they relate to physical fitness and wellness. 2. Demonstrate basic laboratory skills pertaining to assessments, laboratory methods, sound experimental and analytical practices, data acquisition, and reporting in the exercise sciences. 3. Advocate nutrition and physically active lifestyles as a means to improve quality of life and reduce the prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases. 4. Recognize the limitations and scope of practice for the exercise science professional as it relates to typical clients and special populations. 5. Demonstrate requisite skills and abilities for maintaining professional status and meaningful employment and/or continuing education in exercise science related areas. AS Degree 60 Credits PROGRAM COSTS - estimated cost including tuition, books and supplies Exercise Science Transfer Pathway $13,674 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS By developing a thorough understanding of the human body, students in the Exercise Science program are prepared for a variety of careers in health-related fields. Program graduates can seamlessly transfer to the Athletic Training program at Winona State University. Additional transfer opportunities into other college and university programs in physical therapy, exercise physiology, public health, rehabilitative medicine, and other health-related fields. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Athletic Trainer Exercise Physiologist Personal Fitness Trainer Aerobics Instructor Physical Therapist Physical Therapy Assistant 52 2020-2022 College Catalog
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