Exercise Science
An associate degree in Exercise Science provides a strong foundation in the principles of human movement, fitness, nutrition, and health. It enhances skills in critical thinking, scientific analysis, and practical application, preparing students for careers in fitness, wellness, or further academic study. This degree fosters an understanding of how exercise impacts the body and improves overall health, making it an ideal choice for students interested in a wide variety of health and fitness fields.
Apply Now| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1610 | Biology I | 4 |
| BIOL 1615 | Biology I Lab | 1 |
| EXSC 2010 | Introduction to Exercise Science | 3 |
| GNST 1200 | Foundations | 3 |
| HFST 1020 | Foundations of Nutrition | 3 |
| EXSC 1096 or 1097 |
Fitness and Wellness or Individual Lifetime Fitness |
1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 2320 | Human Anatomy | 3 |
| BIOL 2325 | Human Anatomy Lab | 1 |
| PE 2600 | Introduction to Sports Medicine | 3 |
| MATH 1050 | College Algebra | 4 |
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Elective | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1110 | Elementary Chemistry | 4 |
| CHEM 1115 | Elementary Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Writing | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Electives | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PE 1543 | First Aid | 3 |
| BIOL 2420 | Human Physiology | 3 |
| BIOL 2425 | Human Physiology Lab | 1 |
| American Institutions | 3 | |
| Humanities | 3 | |
| Electives | 2 |
Note: the information above will make a student transfer-ready for a Exercise Science
BS program at another school. Below are the base requirements to earn the AS in Exercise
Science at Snow College:
- EXSC 2010 Introduction to Exercise Science 3 credits
- One of the following:
- EXSC 2600 Introduction to Sports Medicine 3 credits
- EXSC 1543 First Aid and CPR 3 credits
- One of the following pairs:
- BIOL 1610 Biology I 4 credits
- BIOL 1615 Biology I Lab 1 credit
- BIOL 2420 Human Physiology 3 credits
- BIOL 2425 Human Physiology Lab 1 credit
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1010/1015 | General Biology and Lab * | 3/1 |
| BIOL 1050/1055 | Human Biology and Lab * | 3/1 |
| EXSC 2000 | Introduction to Physical Education | 3 |
| EDUC 1010 | Introduction to Education | 2 |
| EDUC 1015 | Introduction to Education Lab | 1 |
| EXSC 1096 or 1097 |
Fitness and Wellness or Individual Lifetime Fitness |
1 |
* Option between BIOL 1010/1015 OR BIOL 1050/1055
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1010 | Introductory Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 1015 | Introductory Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| GNST 1200 | Foundations | 3 |
| MATH 1050 | College Algebra | 4 |
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Elective | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1010/1015 | General Biology and Lab | 3/1 |
| BIOL 1050/1055 | Human Biology and Lab | 3/1 |
| EXSC 2000 | Introduction to Physical Education | 3 |
| EDUC 1010 | Introduction to Education | 2 |
| EDUC 1015 | Introduction to Education Lab | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1010 | Introductory Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 1015 | Introductory Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| GNST 1200 | Foundations | 3 |
| MATH 1050 | College Algebra | 4 |
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Elective | 1 |
Note: the information above will make a student transfer-ready for a Physical Education
Teaching BS program at another school. Below are the base requirements to earn the
AS in Physical Education Teaching at Snow College:
- EXSC 2000 Introduction to Exercise Science 3 credits
- EDUC 1010 Introduction to Education 3 credits
- HFST 1020 Scientific Foundations of Nutrition 3 credits
