Students will also be prepared to work as a professional in the health and fitness industry. Exercise Science professionals graduating from our program are skilled in:

• Evaluating health behaviors & risk factors

• Conducting fitness assessments

• Developing and implementing safe & effective exercise prescriptions

• Motivating individuals to modify health habits and maintain positive lifestyle behaviors

The Exercise Science program at Slippery Rock University is one of the most prestigious programs of its kind in the country. Students in this major are prepared to become leaders in the industry while developing expertise in utilizing cutting edge technology and hands on learning experiences under the careful supervision of a student-centered faculty. The curriculum provides a strong science base including anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics, and then allows application of knowledge in practical experiences working with “real” people. The Exercise Science Program became one of the first six schools in the nation to receive accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP), the largest programmatic accreditor in the health-sciences field. The program is also endorsed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. With a degree in Exercise Science from Slippery Rock University, graduates are recognized as qualified and respected professionals in the field.