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Health Science: Exercise Science
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a Specialization in Exercise Science is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the health/fitness/wellness field, or continue formal education in schools offering advanced degrees in health-related graduate programs.
The Exercise Science specialization articulates with the current Misericordia University mission by focusing on not only critical inquiry in a service oriented profession but in understanding and accepting all individuals to assist in providing competent and appropriate access to wellness and disease prevention care.
Full- and Part-Time Formats
Hands-On Learning with Fieldwork
Flexible Program Options
Highlights & Features
- Available in both full- and part-time formats to fit your lifestyle and work schedule
- Seamless transition and credit transfer process through exclusive articulation agreement with Luzerne County Community College
- Provides the requisite coursework and experience to take the certification in personal training from the American College of Sports Medicine
- Pre-professional education for entry into graduate level programs
- Provides additional compensation and advancement opportunities
- Access to abundant student resources and support
- Currently there is an increased need for Exercise Sciences and related professions nationally - between 13% - 21% employment increase identified through 2022
- Fieldwork in senior year offering hands-on experience and professional networking opportunity
Flexible Options
Start at Misericordia or Luzerne County Community College!
- Students can begin their studies at LCCC, and transfer to Misericordia for the degree completion program - OR -
- Students may begin their studies at Misericordia and complete the Exercise Science requirements at LCCC to earn a BS in Health Science: Exercise Science Specialization through Misericordia.*
*This arrangement is ideal for student-athletes who wish to participate in Division III athletics or change majors.
Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about MU's Exercise Science program, please contact Michael Robinson, Health Sciences Advising & Assessment Coordinator, at mrobinson@misericordia.edu.