A degree in exercise science enables a student to enter a career in sports management or physical education. The degree can also be used as a foundation for further study or entrance into sports programs. The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to exercise science majors. Some will require additional education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220.
Activities Director Activities Specialist Athletic Director Adventure TrainerCardiac Rehabilitation Specialist College Health Educator Corporate Fitness Instructor Dietitian Early Childhood Motor Skills Instructor Emergency Medical Technician Fitness Program Coordinator Health Administrator Health Advocate Health Information Specialist High School Coach Human Kinetics Specialist Nutritionist Occupational Therapy AssistantOccupational Exercise Scientist Park Manager Personal Trainer Physical Education Teacher Physical Therapist Professional Sports Coach Professional Sports Scout Professional Umpire Professor Public Health Educator Public Health Statistician Recreation Director Referee School Health Educator Sports Illustrator Youth/Sport Camp DirectorYouth/Sport Coach
Resources available in the Career Center, Lucina 220:
Career Opportunities in the Sports Industry (OCC 202)Careers for Health Nuts & Others Who Like to Stay Fit (OCC PT 30)Careers in Focus: Coaches & Fitness Professionals (OCC 198.45)Careers in Focus: Sports (OCC 200.5)College Majors Handbook (MAJ 6)Exploring Health Care Careers (OCC HEAL 8)Opportunities in Sports and Fitness Careers (OCC 201)Occupational Outlook Handbook (JS JO 20)
BSU School of Physical Education: http://www.bsu.edu/physicaleducation/ Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center) America’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org/Employment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.htmlIndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.aspInternships.comInternshipsUSA.com Vault Career InsiderO*NET: http://online.onetcenter.orgOccupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.comVolunteer Match: http://www.volunteermatch.org