Graduates of the B.S. in Exercise Science program can pursue positions in athletic
programs, exercise/fitness centers, hospital and corporate-based wellness programs,
rehabilitation centers, and other settings. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics, careers related to the field of exercise science are growing. Some examples
of jobs from the Occupational Handbook Outlook include:
- Fitness Trainers and Instructors: Employment is projected to grow 10% through 2026, faster than the average for all
occupations. Job prospects are best for workers with professional certification or
advanced levels of formal education in health or fitness
- Exercise Physiologist: Employment in this field is expected to grow 13% through 2026, faster than most careers
in the United States. The job involves developing fitness plans that help patients
recover from chronic disease.
- Coaches and Scouts: Employment is expected to grow 13% through 2026, faster than average for all occupations.
An increasing emphasis in high school and college sports will require more knowledgeable
coaches in areas of fitness, strength, performance and nutrition. Scouts for college
or professional sports teams will need to have basic understanding of fitness and
agility.
- Recreational Therapist: Employment in this field is expected to grow 7% through 2026, which is as fast as
the average job growth. Recreational therapists help plan exercise and movement-based
therapy programs for people with disabilities, injuries, or illness.
Other Career Pathways
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Clinical Exercise Specialist
- Fitness Consultant
- Fitness Director
- Health and Wellness Coach
- Health Educator
- Physical Rehabilitation Assistant
- Rehab Technician
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Wellness Coordinator
Professional Pathway Preparation
An Exercise Science degree from Fairmont State provides the theoretical and scientific
foundation required for the successful application into the following professions:
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Chiropractor
- Physicians Assistant
- Exercise Physiologist
- Athletic Training
More information on the job market for a student graduating with an Exercise Science
degree:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Exercise Physiologists Occupational Outlook Handbook
Bureau of Labor Statistics Coaches and Scouts Occupational Outlook Handbook
Bureau of Labor Statistics Exercise Physiologists Similar Occupations
