Sport and Exercise Sciences professionals instruct clientele in the betterment of their health through and integrated approach using sound knowledge of appropriate sciences. Functional training techniques, aerobic exercise and advanced stretching modalities (such as Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and Active Isolated Stretching (AIS)) are implemented appropriately based on initial and continuous feedback and testing.
Graduates of the Sport and Exercise Sciences Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree program perform patient assessments and build customized fitness, wellness and nutrition plans for individuals. This program is designed for immediate employment after graduation or transfer to baccalaureate degree programs that have articulation agreements with the College.
Graduates of the Sport and Exercise Sciences Diploma program perform patient assessments and build customized fitness, wellness and nutrition plans for individuals.
Graduates of the Sport and Exercise Sciences Certificate program perform patient assessments and build customized fitness, wellness and nutrition plans for individuals.
The
US Bureau of Labor Statistics listed Sport, Exercise and Fitness as one of the
top overall job openings requiring postsecondary training. Employment is
expected to grow by 24 percent from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for
all occupations. As businesses and insurance organizations continue to
recognize the benefits of health and fitness programs for their employees,
corporate wellness program employment will continue to rise increasing the need
for workers in these areas.
Program Delivery Methods
Hybrid, online, traditional in-class courses and hands-on training in state-of-the-art Fitness Lab on Saint Paul College campus, St. Paul, MN
