Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science program in Exercise Physiology meets the knowledge, skill and aptitude (KSA) requirements for students to be eligible to take the American College of Sports Medicine Health Fitness Certifications and the National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Examination.
Who You Are
The undergraduate program includes courses in science, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and hands-on laboratories in exercise physiology, and exercise instruction. Select senior students can also take a hands on cadaveric dissection gross anatomy laboratory to further enhance their ability to compete for admission to Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, Medicine or other Rehabilitative Science graduate programs. Students will also complete a 134 hour clinical internship or research in their senior year.
Pathways
This degree is also an excellent preparatory program for graduate or professional school. Graduates continue their education in medicine, optometry, chiropractic, physician assistant, exercise physiology, physical therapy, dentistry, pharmacy, occupational therapy and other programs.
Amber Adair
Clinical Laboratory Science
“I fell in love with this program the day I started. The professors want you to love what you do and that makes you feel excited about the work you’re doing.”
Jacob Borror
Histotechnology Alumnus
“My degree allows me to provide excellent health care support for physicians to aid in patient diagnosis, treatment and healthy lives.”
Lindsay Pecosh
Assistant Director of Recruitment
“Everyone is so friendly and helpful. From the professors to the students – every person has an excitement and passion for what they are doing at the School of Medicine, and for WVU as a whole.”