Exercise and Sport Science

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Overview

  • Delivery: Daytime and Evening Classes
  • Start: Fall or Spring Semester, Full- or Part-Time
  • Location: Rosemount Campus

Outcomes

Major Description

This program offers training and development directly related to positions in a variety of health, fitness and sports occupations. Core coursework covers exercise and sport science. Supporting courses involve academic areas such as health science and physiology. The curriculum provides ongoing practical education and experiences in conjunction with a final semester internship for the A.A.S. degree.

Work Environment

Exercise and Sport Science graduates become valuable employees in fitness centers, YMCA/YWCA facilities, corporate fitness centers, collegiate and hospital-based wellness centers, cruise lines and cardiac rehab centers.

Potential Job Titles

  • Coach
  • Fitness Specialist
  • Physical Trainer
  • Group Fitness Instructor

Salary Data

  • Fitness Trainer
    Average Wage: $14.01/hour
    Top Earners: $20.30/hour

Program Prerequisites

Students must complete HLTW/HEAL1000 First Aid/CPR or have equivalent certification before internship or completion of program.

Partnerships

American Council on ExercisThe Exercise and Sport Science program has an enducation partnership with American Council on Exercise®. ACE is a nonprofit organization committed to enriching quality of life through safe and effective exercise and physical activity. ACE protects all segments of society against ineffective fitness products, programs and trends through its ongoing public education, outreach and research. ACE further protects the public by setting certification and continuing education standards for fitness professionals.

Academic Advisor

Dean

  • Sherralyn Cox
    Dean of Design and Health/Human Services

Instructors

Sara Woodward 651-423-8430 sara.woodward@dctc.edu BIO

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