Exercise Science, B.A.

Exercise science majors have access to laboratories with scientific and technological equipment to aid in learning. Experiential learning while assessing health and skill related physical fitness assists students for real world measurement and evaluation. Students have the opportunity to rate and rank movement while using the Functional Movement Screen.

This degree is a solid foundation for graduate studies in exercise physiology, nutrition, performance enhancement, higher education, and physical or occupational therapy. Possible careers include biomechanics, cardiac rehabilitation, clinical exercise physiologist, dietitian/ sport dietitian, health promotion/ wellness coach, occupational therapist, personal trainer, physical therapist, physician assistant, and strength and conditioning coach/director.

Program Requirements

Bethel Core

BIBL 215Old Testament Literature

3

BIBL 216New Testament Literature

3

BIOL 214Human Anatomy & Physiology I

4

COMM 171Speech Communication

3

ENGL 101Written Communication II

3

ENGL 102Written Communication III

3

Art/Drama/Music

3

 

Foreign Language (two semesters)

6

OR

1 semester at 200 (Intermediate) level

3

 

HIST
History Elective

3

KINE 252Fitness/Wellness

1

 

KINE 117On the Ball Training

1

OR

KINE 124Aerobics

1

OR

KINE 128Physical Fitness

1

OR

KINE 135Weight Training

1

 

LIT
Literature

3

MATH 111Basic Probability & Statistics

3

PHIL 250Introduction to Philosophy

3

PHIL 452Senior Experience

1

PSYC 182General Psychology

3

SOC 151Principles of Sociology

3

THEO 110Exploring the Christian Faith

3

Total Credit Hours:49-52

Major Courses

BIOL 215Human Anatomy & Physiology II

4

 

CHEM 150Introduction to General, Organic & Biochemistry

4

OR

CHEM 163General Chemistry I

4

 

KINE 166Introduction to Kinesiology

3

KINE 268Introduction to Health

3

KINE 269Athletic Training

3

KINE 282Applied Nutrition

3

KINE 350Psychosocial Dimension of Kinesiology

3

KINE 349Motor Behavior

3

KINE 461Assessment in Human Performance

3

KINE 462Physiology of Exercise

3

KINE 463Kinesiology

3

KINE 465Internship in Kinesiology

1-9

KINE 355Exercise Training Techniques and Programming

3

Total Credit Hours:41
3 credit hours of KINE465 Internship in Kinesiology are required

Electives

Electives needed to complete degree

Total Credit Hours:27-30

Note: It is recommended that students who major in Exercise Science as part of a pre-professional program such as pre-medicine, pre-physical therapy and preoccupational therapy also complete the courses listed below.

Recommended Electives for Pre-Professional Programs

BIOL 126General Biology:Botany and Zoology

4

CHEM 164General Chemistry II

4

CHEM 460Biochemistry

4

PHYS 121General Physics I

4

PHYS 122General Physics II

4

PSYC 288Life Span Development

3

PSYC 481Abnormal Psychology

4

Total Credit Hours:20

Total Credit Hours: 120