At its core, Exercise Physiology is the study of physiological mechanisms underlying physical activity. In this program. students learn how to deliver treatment services focused on the improvement of health and fitness, rehabilitate heart disease and other chronic diseases and provide professional guidance to athletes and other active people who are training for their sport or activity.
Contact Information
exp@css.edu
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology at The College of St. Scholastica, the graduate will be able to:
- Analyze the principles of human movement.
- Perform clinical assessments of and exercise protocols for different human populations.
- Evaluate research articles.
- Integrate nutritional requirements with human physiology.
- Demonstrate professional behavior in academic and clinical settings.
Requirements
Students must achieve the following program requirements for all courses listed under Program Requirements and Program Required Courses for the Exercise Physiology major.
Program Requirements
Major Credits: 68-80
Major Residency Credits: 16
Minimum GPA: 2.7
Minimum Grade: C-
Program Required Courses
Doctor of Physical Therapy Intended
Students who are completing the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology with the intention of pursuing the Doctor of Physical Therapy program are advised to complete the following curriculum
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| 68 |
| CHM 1120 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| PSC 2002 | Physics II | 4 |
| PSY 3423 | Abnormal Psychology | 4 |
| Total Credits | 80 |
Degree Requirements
To graduate from the College of St. Scholastica, baccalaureate students must meet the following minimum degree requirements.
Total Credits: 128
Upper Division Credits: 42
Residency Requirement: 32
Minimum GPA: 2.0
