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B.A. in Kinesiology and Exercise Sciences

Allied Health Track

The Allied Health Track provides education and training for students who wish to prepare for advanced study in physical therapy, medicine, or other allied health fields.

Career Options

  • Exercise Physiologist,
  • Professional School (Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Medical Doctor, Athletic Trainer),
  • Kinesiology Graduate School

Applied KES Track

The Applied KES Track provides students the opportunity to pursue basic and applied studies of the physiological, biomechanical, and social-psychological aspects of human movement and performance.

Career Options

  • Fitness Program Director,
  • Personal Trainer,
  • Fitness Instructor,
  • Strength Coach

Health Promotion Track

The Health Promotion Track gives students a deeper understanding of health issues, human behavior, and their impact on overall wellness and quality of life.

Career Options

  • Health Educator,
  • Health Coach,
  • Wellness Prevention Program Coordinator/Manager,
  • Health Researcher

Program Requirements and Curricula

Undergraduate Certificates

Fitness Trainer Preparation

15 Credits

This certificate program covers core domains assessed by major fitness certifications. It will prepare students for careers in personal training, health coaching, and fitness instruction.

Learn more about the Fitness Trainer Preparation Certificate in the Catalog

Health Care Administration

39-40 Credits

Designed for students who are interested in management and business-related careers in health care, this certificate focuses on business and communication skills needed to successfully work in health organizations.

Learn more about the Health Care Administration Certificate in the Catalog

Indigenous Public Health

18-19 Credits

This interdisciplinary certificate will provide students with an understanding of the purpose and practice of public health, indigenous communities’ practices of health and wellbeing, and/or conventional and traditional health perspectives.

Learn more about the Indigenous Public Health Certificate in the Catalog