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 215 | Old Testament Literature | 3 |
| BIBL 216 | New Testament Literature | 3 |
| BIOL 214 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| COMM 171 | Speech Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Written Communication II | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Written Communication III | 3 |
| Art/Drama/Music | 3 |
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| Foreign Language (two semesters) | 6 |
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| 1 semester at 200 (Intermediate) level | 3 |
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HIST
| History Elective | 3 |
| KINE 252 | Fitness/Wellness | 1 |
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| KINE 117 | On the Ball Training | 1 |
| OR | |
| KINE 124 | Aerobics | 1 |
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| KINE 128 | Physical Fitness | 1 |
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| KINE 135 | Weight Training | 1 |
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LIT
| Literature | 3 |
| MATH 111 | Basic Probability & Statistics | 3 |
| PHIL 250 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| PHIL 452 | Senior Experience | 1 |
| PSYC 182 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 151 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| THEO 110 | Exploring the Christian Faith | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 49-52 |
Major Courses
3 credit hours of KINE465 Internship in Kinesiology are required
Electives
Electives needed to complete degree
| Total Credit Hours: | 26.5-29.5 |
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
Total Credit Hours: 120