Program Description

The Exercise Science program is a scientifically based program designed to prepare competent entry-level Exercise Science professionals in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (abilities) learning domains. The Exercise Science program offers a diversified program that includes both introductory and advanced coursework, laboratory experiences and the opportunity for practical application of knowledge through community and research based experiences. The program can also be used as pre-professional preparation for post graduate study in exercise science or other health related disciplines including physical therapy, occupational therapy and medical programs. The Exercise Science program is designed to prepare students for appropriate professional organization certifications. For information regarding program admission, please contact the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services Advising Center at http://wellstarcollege.kennesaw.edu/advising.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: 

1. Administer, conduct, and interpret appropriate health and fitness assessments for cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, anthropometric, and body composition.
2. Determine, implement, modify and progress safe exercise prescription for healthy clients, those with controlled disease, and special populations based on current health status, fitness goals, and availability of time.
3. Optimize adoption and adherence of exercise and other healthy behaviors through effective communication techniques, behavioral and motivational strategies, and providing educational resources and support within the scope of practice for a health and fitness professional.
4. Develop and disseminate risk management guidelines for health/fitness facilities to ensure emergency policies and procedures are in place.

This program is a part of the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services .

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

Admission to the Exercise Science program is separate from Admissions  to Kennesaw State University. Students must meet the program requirements to pursue this degree program, outlined below.

In order to declare the Exercise Science major, students must meet the following requirements:

• Must have met Kennesaw State University admission requirements.
• Information regarding the application process can be obtained from the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services Advising Center.

Enrollment Criteria

Admitted students must earn a minimum grade of “C” or better in each required course within the Exercise Science curriculum of which only two attempts per course will be allowed to earn the degree.

Required Courses Include:

• BIOL 2251: Anatomy & Physiology I  , 
• BIOL 2251L: Anatomy & Physiology I Laboratory  , 
• BIOL 2252: Anatomy & Physiology II  , 
• BIOL 2252L: Anatomy & Physiology II Laboratory  ,
• ENGL 1101: English Composition I  ,
• ENGL 1102: English Composition II   and 
• ES 2100: Physical Activity in Health and Disease  

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policies 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION .

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Program Course Requirements