Exercise Science BSSS

The exercise science program at Shawnee State is designed to prepare individuals for careers in fitness and health promotion, strength and conditioning, and wellness programs.

Students in the program learn how to assess and evaluate fitness levels for individuals and groups and design, implement, manage, and evaluate fitness programs. All students complete a mandatory threemonth internship in a local health/fitness facility.

Graduates of the program find employment opportunities in both public and private health and fitness facilities and in worksite and health care settings. The program also provides appropriate preparation for individuals desiring to pursue graduate study in fitness, health, and exercise science programs.

Degree Requirements

General Education Program	27 Hours
The BIOL sequence (1130, 1131, and 3630) in the concentration meet the GEP requirement for natural sciences. PSYC 1101 meets the GEP requirement for social sciences. Further information is listed in the General Education Program .
Exercise Science Concentration	69 Hours
University Electives	28 Hours

Total Hours Required	124 Hours

Exercise Science (69 Hours)

Bachelor Degrees

Special Notes

Students must complete—at Shawnee State— at least 12 credit hours in their majors. The 12 hours must be taken at the 3000 or 4000 level. In the case of the BS natural science, at least 8 of the 12 upper division hours must be in the first concentration.
General Electives Elective hours are not limited to any particular area of study and can be earned in science to enhance the major or to complete requirements for a minor. Courses from all departments of the University can be used to satisfy the electives requirements. Electives should include courses in the arts and humanities. Coherent groups of courses are encouraged and should be chosen with the student’s career objectives and personal interests in mind. Consultation with your faculty advisor is highly recommended so that electives can be an important component of your educational experience.