Exercise Science

Through the Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a concentration in Exercise Science, you will gain a broad understanding of the human body as it relates to exercise physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, epidemiology, and its applications to training, rehabilitation, and facilities management.

Why study Exercise Science at Coastal Georgia?

With a synergistic relationship with the Southeast Georgia Health System and more than 40 other local and regional clinical facilities, our students have many clinical sites to choose from for their internship rotation. Students in this program engage in real-world experiences to prepare themselves to excel in a variety of professional healthcare settings.

What will I learn?

Students will learn to integrate knowledge and skills from healthcare with the arts and sciences to help self, clients, families, and communities progress toward fulfillment of human potential. They will be prepared to utilize assessment findings to develop a health curriculum for a community or health facility, as well as care plans for individual clients. Graduates will be able to exhibit professional behavior and communicate professionally with the community.

What can I do when I graduate?

Upon graduation, you will be prepared for the following careers:

Personal trainer, health fitness instructor, health and wellness coordinator, group fitness instructor, exercise physiologist, sport physiologist, human performance specialist, strength and conditioning specialist, biochemist, club fitness director, or corporate wellness program director

Graduates will also be qualified to continue their education toward a number of careers, including:

Athletic trainer, clinical exercise physiologist, sport psychologist, physician assistant, physical therapist, or occupational therapist

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Required Coursework:

  • Theory/Techniques of Strength and Conditioning
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Exercise Psychology
  • Biomechanics of Human Movement
  • Chronic Disease Rehabilitation
  • Chronic Disease Epidemiology
  • Exercise and Wellness Facilities Management